Among other aims, our Politics and International Studies degree provides:
A detailed knowledge and understanding of contemporary political analysis;
An excellent training in social research methods;
The ability to apply theoretical perspectives and concepts to real-life problems, and;
An appreciation of the complexity and diversity of political problems in society.
The degree equips graduates for employment in a range of careers in the statutory, voluntary and private sectors.
Our curriculum is based upon the research and scholarship of the staff te...
Among other aims, our Politics and International Studies degree provides:<br/><br/>A detailed knowledge and understanding of contemporary political analysis;<br/>An excellent training in social research methods;<br/>The ability to apply theoretical perspectives and concepts to real-life problems, and;<br/>An appreciation of the complexity and diversity of political problems in society.<br/>The degree equips graduates for employment in a range of careers in the statutory, voluntary and private sectors.<br/><br/>Our curriculum is based upon the research and scholarship of the staff team. We aim to encourage students to become research literate and have a strong understanding and appreciation of the research carried out within their discipline.<br/><br/>Students are introduced to central questions driving political change across the world today and discover how academics, including their own lecturers, are trying to address them.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Belfast
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L200
Institution Code
U20
Points of Entry
Year 1
Scottish HigherB,C,C,C,C Access to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme24 Overall International Baccalaureate profile minimum of 24 points (12 at higher level). Grade 4 in Higher or Subsidiary Level English Language is also required. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma - DMM We will also accept smaller BTEC/OCR qualifications (i.e. Diploma or Extended Certificate/Introductory Diploma / Subsidiary Diploma) in combination with A Levels or other acceptable level 3 qualifications. Note: BTEC Level 3 RQF Foundation Diploma, Diploma and Extended Diplomas in Children's Play, Learning and Development are not accepted. BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Certificate in Children's Play, Learning and Development is accepted To find out if the qualification you are applying with is a qualification we accept for entry, please check our Qualification Checker - https://www.ulster.ac.uk/study/entrance-requirements/equivalence We will also continue to accept QCF versions of these qualifications although grades asked for may differ. Check what grades you will be asked for by comparing the requirements above with the information under QCF in the Applied General and Tech Level Qualifications section of our Entry Requirements - https://www.ulster.ac.uk/study/entrance-requirements/undergraduate-entry-requirements Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)104 UCAS Tariff points to include a minimum of four subjects at Higher Level and one subject at Ordinary Level. English Grade H6 or above (HL) or Grade 04 or above (Ordinary Level) if not sitting at Higher Level. GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE Profile to include CGSE English Language grade C or above (or equivalent). Essential Skills Level 2 Communication is an acceptable alternative. Scottish Advanced HigherC,D,D A levelB,C,C Applicants can satisfy the requirement for the third A-Level Grade by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland | £4,750 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
England, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £17,010 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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