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Economics, Politics and International Relations with a Year in Business Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Economics, Politics and International Relations with a Year in Business Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Studying Economics, Politics and International Relations at Royal Holloway means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts at two of the UK’s top ten teaching and research centres. This joint degree combines the core programme of the Economics degree with foundation and option courses offered by Politics and International Relations. These disciplines have many natural affinities between them, and their synergies lend themselves well to students who are interested in pursuing careers in various policy fields as well as in the areas of politics/international relations ...
Studying Economics, Politics and International Relations at Royal Holloway means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts at two of the UK’s top ten teaching and research centres. This joint degree combines the core programme of the Economics degree with foundation and option courses offered by Politics and International Relations. These disciplines have many natural affinities between them, and their synergies lend themselves well to students who are interested in pursuing careers in various policy fields as well as in the areas of politics/international relations and economics generally, in both the public and private sectors. This combined with the broad spectrum of transferable skills gained will lead to excellent career prospects.
This course coves a complete education in the theories and methods of economics, with a strong focus on analytical methods. You will develop skills in mathematics and statistics and learn to tackle economic problems; cover political ideas and processes in countries throughout the world and the global system which will allow you to examine issues fundamental to our times. The curriculum is advanced and reflects the most recent research in both disciplines. By electing to spend a year in business you will also be able to integrate theory and practice.
Our balanced approach to research and teaching guarantees high quality teaching from subject leaders, cutting edge materials and intellectually challenging debates. Our courses follow a coherent and developmental structure which we combined with an effective and flexible approach to study.
• Cover political ideas and processes in countries throughout the world.
• Strong focus on analytical methods of economics.
• Study with subject leaders in two exceptional departments.
• Flexibility to specialise in areas such as financial crises or new media in politics.
• Excellent prospects for careers in policy.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-20
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A45-J95
Institution Code
R72
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
A,A,B
B,B,B
Required subjects: We require Maths GCSE with grade 7 (A) We require English Language GCSE at grade C or 4.. Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
Including Maths.
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 30.0, offer-merit: 3.0
Pass with at least 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction and the remaining level 3 credits at Merit. Plus GCSE Maths Grade A or 7.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Required subjects: We require Maths GCSE with grade 7 (A) We require English Language GCSE at grade C or 4.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Including Maths.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
plus a B at A-level Plus Mathematics GCSE grade 7 (A)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
6,6,5 at Higher level or 34 points overall. With either 4 in HL Maths, or 5 in SL Maths, or 4 in SL Maths, Analysis and Approach or Maths Application and Interpretation.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
plus Mathematics GCSE grade 7 (A).
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
including H3 Maths.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
plus A-level grades AB Plus GCSE Maths with grade 7 (A)
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Requirements are as for A-levels where one non-subject-specified A-level can be replaced by the same grade in the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Applicants with the Cambridge Pre-U are strongly encouraged to apply to Royal Holloway. Offers will be made on the basis of equivalent A-Level grades as can be found on the Royal Holloway website.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland, England, Channel Islands, Wales, Scotland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| International, EU | £26,800 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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