
International Development and Politics BA (Hons)
Course Overview - International Development and Politics BA (Hons)
On this International Development and Politics degree you will explore some of the world’s most pressing development challenges, from poverty and inequality, to migration, conflict and climate change.
Elevate your career with a degree providing you with skills sought after by global employers. Through hands-on projects, professional placements, and tailored careers support, you’ll graduate ready to drive change in international development. This will lead you to a rewarding career where youll have the opportunity to make a tangible difference, influence glo...
<strong>On this International Development and Politics degree you will explore some of the world’s most pressing development challenges, from poverty and inequality, to migration, conflict and climate change.</strong><br/><br/>Elevate your career with a degree providing you with skills sought after by global employers. Through hands-on projects, professional placements, and tailored careers support, you’ll graduate ready to drive change in international development. This will lead you to a rewarding career where youll have the opportunity to make a tangible difference, influence global policy, and build a fairer, more sustainable world.<br/><br/>Our BA in International Relations and Development stands out through its blend of global theory, practical experience, and flexibility. Youll gain hands-on skills with tools used in real-world development projects, engage with innovative research, and tailor their studies with a range of optional modules. The dissertation offers you an opportunity for deep, personal exploration, while a strong global network and links to development and policy institutions enhance career prospects. Youll graduate ready to make a meaningful impact in global development, governance, and more.<br/><br/><strong>Reasons to study this course?</strong><br/>On this course you will:<br/><br/><br/>• Learn from experts actively shaping global development debates, policies, and research, offering a cutting-edge perspective on contemporary challenges.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gain a deep understanding of global development challenges through immersive study visits to connect theory with practical insights.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Build essential skills for the development sector by engaging in hands-on projects, exercises, and the option to take a work placement in your second year.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for successful careers in development, through a focus on enquiry-based learning and real-world case studies. <br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L9L2
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
6,6,5 at a Higher Level with 32 points overall.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Subsidiary Diploma are all accepted but subjects are considered on a case by case basis - contact us for further guidance.
A level
A,A,B
T Level
All subjects considered; Standard offer: Distinction overall with A in the Core Component.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |