Politics & International Relations BA

Our BA Politics and International Relations course looks at how countries are governed and decisions are made, what shapes foreign policies, and how national and international political events impact people locally. <br/><br/>Coventry University offers you an exciting and innovative Politics and International Relations degree. You will learn about national and international affairs in depth by: <br/><br/><br/>* Having the opportunity to study a range of modules on African, American, European, Middle Eastern politics, and (South) East Asian Politics. <br/><br/><br/>* Gaining a deeper understanding of the rationale and value of peaceful and cooperative relations between nations and people. <br/><br/><br/>* Learning how the world is becoming increasingly more connected and how this impacts on governments and their agencies, multinational companies, international organizations, non-governmental organisations, and you.<br/><br/><br/>**Key Course Benefits**<br/><br/><br/>* Academic staff who are actively engaged in high-quality research that informs their teaching and who are qualified lecturers with members of staff being fellows and senior fellows of AdvanceHE (staff subject to change).<br/><br/><br/>* Multidisciplinary teaching with experts from national and international politics, history, global security and social theory.<br/><br/><br/>* An intellectually stimulating course that encourages you to sharpen your analytical skills and engage with issues of vital concern for today’s world.<br/><br/><br/>* The opportunity to focus on specific themes such as North American, European, East Asian, and Middle Eastern politics, social movements or global security as you progress through your course. <br/><br/><br/>* The opportunity to develop advanced professional skills such as the ability to think independently and creatively, to advance sophisticated arguments and to communicate ideas confidently as enquired by potential employers.<br/>

Coventry University are rated overall Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, recognising the high quality of their teaching and student experience. They also offer strong academic and well-being support, including their Phoenix+ programme and dedicated Success Coaches. Coventry is ranked a Top 5 Student City in England (QS Best Student Cities Index 2025), and they guarantee accommodation if you apply through Clearing.<br/> <br/>Coventry University is a modern, globally connected university with a mission to create better futures. Founded in 1843 through innovation and enterprise, they've built strong industry links to equip you with the real-world skills and creative thinking, and the confidence to make a meaningful impact.

<br/><br/>With campuses in Coventry, London, Scarborough, Dagenham, and Greenwich, you can choose to study in the best location for you.