International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year BA (Hons)
Course Overview - International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year BA (Hons)
Overview
Our BA International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year degree offers a powerful combination of academic understanding and professional experience in addressing todays most pressing global challenges.
Politics examines how power operates within societies—how governments function, decisions are made, and citizens shape their communities. International Relations explores interactions between nations, global institutions, and transnational movements. Together, these disciplines provide complementary perspectives on issues that cro...
<strong>Overview</strong> <br/><br/>Our BA International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year degree offers a powerful combination of academic understanding and professional experience in addressing todays most pressing global challenges. <br/><br/>Politics examines how power operates within societies—how governments function, decisions are made, and citizens shape their communities. International Relations explores interactions between nations, global institutions, and transnational movements. Together, these disciplines provide complementary perspectives on issues that cross borders, from climate change to security threats. <br/><br/>Youll study with specialists at the forefront of both fields, exploring political systems across major global powers including the United States, European Union, China and India. Youll investigate the causes of conflicts, potential resolutions, and how media influences political outcomes at all levels. Your studies will engage with profound questions about human rights, democratic participation, and global responsibilities. You’ll have a wealth of opportunities to gain first-hand experience of your subject too, whether through our regular politics visiting speaker events or the chance to experience the working of parliament first-hand. <br/><br/>What distinguishes this programme is your placement year—a nine to twelve-month immersion in a relevant organisation of your choice. Whether working in government, an NGO, think-tank, or international body, youll transform theoretical knowledge into practical skills while gaining insights no classroom can replicate. This real-world experience provides a significant advantage in todays competitive job market. Throughout your degree, both your personal adviser and our dedicated career specialists will help you secure the right placement to advance your specific interests and develop professional networks. <br/><br/>Our graduates thrive across diverse sectors, equipped with a powerful combination of analytical thinking, cross-cultural understanding, and hands-on experience that employers highly value. <br/><br/><strong>Disclaimer</strong><br/><br/>Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the providers website: <strong>www.uea.ac.uk</strong>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L20P
Institution Code
E14
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B,B
Access to HE Diploma
M:45
Access to Humanities & Social Sciences pathway Contextual offer: Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits and pass in 15 credits at Level 3.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
31
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
Contextual offer: DMM Please see UEA website for further information on accepted combinations. Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business Administration.
Scottish Advanced Higher
C,C,C
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Principal subjects and A-level combinations are considered - please contact us.
A level
B,B,B
Contextual offer: BCC
T Level
M
Any subject is acceptable.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| International | £23,100 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |











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