International Relations with Foundation Year BA (Hons)

If you want to kickstart your career in international relations but arent yet ready to embark on a full undergraduate degree, this foundation year course is for you.<br/><br/>During this foundation year degree, youll get all the background knowledge and skills youll need to move on to our full Bachelors degree in international relations. So, its ideal if you dont yet meet the entry requirements, if youve taken a break from study, or if you need a bit of extra support to get uni-ready.<br/><br/>Youll spend a year studying with us on campus, through ICP. Youll get the knowledge and academic skills needed to take on a bachelors degree, learning how to analyse information, do research, and improve your academic writing.<br/><br/>The skills youll learn will help you work in teams as well as on your own in culturally diverse workplaces. Youll develop your understanding of new workplaces and environments, and how to adapt to new environments.<br/><br/>After your foundation year, youll be ready to move onto the first year of BA (Hons) International Relations.<br/><br/>**Course highlights**<br/>- ICP is based on the University of Portsmouth campus so youll have access to all facilities, support and societies<br/><br/><br/>- When you finish your foundation year successfully, you get a guaranteed place on BA (Hons) International Relations<br/><br/><br/>- Get used to how lectures, seminars and tutorials work, so you can move onto your degree ready for success<br/><br/><br/>- Learn how to meet the demands of taking on a bachelors at university<br/><br/><br/>**Careers and opportunities**<br/>When you study international relations, youll explore topics like conflict between nations, global migration and populist politics, gaining the skills youll need to play your part in improving equality and creating positive change.<br/><br/>After this foundation year course, youll move straight on to our BA (Hons) International Relations degree, which will help you develop the kind of analytical expertise needed for careers within government agencies, NGOs, charities, think tanks and international organisations.<br/><br/>Your understanding of complex international issues will help you stand out to employers in local and national government, security, tech, intelligence, and with global charities and institutions like the UN.<br/><br/>**Placement year opportunities**<br/>Once youve completed your foundation year and moved on to your full Bachelors degree, you can do an optional work placement year to get valuable longer-term work experience in the industry.<br/><br/>Taking an optional placement year will give you the experience you need to increase your chances of landing your perfect role. Well give you all the support you need to find a placement that prepares you for your career, and well continue to mentor you throughout your placement.<br/><br/>Previous students have been on placements to organisations such as:<br/><br/><br/>- The Ministry of Defence<br/><br/><br/>- The House of Commons<br/><br/><br/>- National Museum of the Royal Navy<br/><br/><br/>- Otra Cosa (Peru)<br/><br/><br/>- SEK International<br/><br/><br/>- Freedom from Torture<br/><br/><br/>- Victim Support London<br/><br/><br/>- Tools for Self Reliance <br/>

Portsmouth offers guaranteed accommodation to all Clearing applicants who accept an offer within 48 hours and enrol by 23rd August.<br/><br/>All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls, T&C's apply, visit Portsmouth's website to learn more.<br/><br/>Sign up for Priority Clearing to get accommodation information straight to your inbox as well as access to Portsmouth's VIP Clearing days on Saturday 19th August and Monday 21st August. Priority Clearing applicants will also get exclusive Clearing updates, a priority call back on Results Day, an invitation to a dedicated Clearing webinar on Tuesday 1st August, and one-to-one application support.<br/><br/>Through the webinar and open days, students can get a feel for Portsmouth's welcoming campus and community before joining the university. With guaranteed accommodation, they can rest easy and ensure they are in the heart of the student community.