Politics and International Relations - Quantitative Methods BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Politics and International Relations - Quantitative Methods BSc (Hons)
Politics is about power – who has it and who doesn’t. This course explores these issues and asks what the consequences of these power relations may be.
Studying the core areas of comparative politics, political theory, and international relations, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of how politics shapes domestic and global issues.
Youll explore different theories and learn how they inform policy decisions, developing critical thinking, analytical, and research skills that are highly valued in various professional fields.
With optional modules, ...
Politics is about power – who has it and who doesn’t. This course explores these issues and asks what the consequences of these power relations may be. <br/><br/>Studying the core areas of comparative politics, political theory, and international relations, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of how politics shapes domestic and global issues.<br/><br/>Youll explore different theories and learn how they inform policy decisions, developing critical thinking, analytical, and research skills that are highly valued in various professional fields. <br/><br/>With optional modules, you can tailor your degree to your interests and career goals, exploring specialist areas such as social justice, global security, and secret intelligence. <br/><br/>In addition, this course will help you answer these questions with a focus on developing advanced quantitative methods skills of data collection and analysis. <br/><br/>Graduates from the School of Politics and International Relations go on to work across the private, public, and charitable sectors in a range of roles, from parliamentary assistants and councillors to civil servants, researchers, and data analysts. The additional quantitative skills you will acquire on this BSc course are very sought after on the job market.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
LX29
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B,B
Scottish Advanced Highers at AA are also required
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
or 6,6,5 in three Higher Level Certificates
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English grade 4/C required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
Considered with an A Level at grade A
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,A
Scottish Highers at AABBB are also required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M1,M2
Extended Project
A
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
Considered with two A Levels at grades AB
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
A
If you have already achieved your Core Maths qualification at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your Core Maths qualification you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your Core Maths qualification. Core Maths qualifications offered by other exam boards are also considered for an alternative offer.
A level
A,A,B
Excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A
Considered with two A Levels at grades AB
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £23,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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