
East Asian Studies and International Relations BA (Hons)
Course Overview - East Asian Studies and International Relations BA (Hons)
In this degree, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of two disciplines, studying international relations and the culture, history, politics and economics of the East Asian region.
The region encompasses countries as diverse as Japan, China, Thailand and Indonesia, and is home to more than half the world’s population. It’s culturally, politically, and economically dynamic and vital to our understanding of the world.
You’ll choose from a range of optional modules exploring topics such as East Asian religions, modern Thai history and Japanese cinema.
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In this degree, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of two disciplines, studying international relations and the culture, history, politics and economics of the East Asian region.<br/><br/>The region encompasses countries as diverse as Japan, China, Thailand and Indonesia, and is home to more than half the world’s population. It’s culturally, politically, and economically dynamic and vital to our understanding of the world.<br/><br/>You’ll choose from a range of optional modules exploring topics such as East Asian religions, modern Thai history and Japanese cinema.<br/><br/>Alongside this, you’ll study international relations, which explores how states interact with each other, and the roles of international organisations like the UN in promoting international peace and security. You’ll gain an understanding of how the ‘society of states’ has evolved and how it may be changing today.<br/><br/>With the international skills and outlook you develop, you’ll be well prepared for a global career.<br/><br/>This course also features the chance to take an optional study abroad or work placement year between Levels 2 and 3.<br/><br/>This course also features the chance to take an optional study abroad or work placement year between Levels 2 and 3.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
23/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
TL32
Institution Code
L23
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
BB in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers, or B in Advanced Highers and AAABB in Highers, or AABBBB in Highers
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15
Pass diploma with 60 credits overall, including at least 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. An interview and a piece of written work may also be required.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34
34 points overall including 16 at Higher Level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
Other BTEC qualifications are also considered. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H2,H3,H3,H3
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
M1,M1,M2
A level
A,B,B
Other course specific tests: If you’re taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you’re taking A Levels, this would be BBB at A Level and grade A in the EPQ.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
The WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales is accepted in place of a third A-level subject at the same grade
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