
International Relations and Politics BA (Hons)
Course Overview - International Relations and Politics BA (Hons)
In an age of globalisation, our daily lives are affected by what happens across the world. From the financial crisis to war and conflict, international relations matters. It shapes government policy, affects our job prospects and impacts the lives of people from all parts of the world. If you want to explore the role of state and organisation in an increasingly interconnected world, this international relations and politics degree is the right choice for you.
In many cases, global politics and the decisions made by those in power can have significant consequences for popula...
In an age of globalisation, our daily lives are affected by what happens across the world. From the financial crisis to war and conflict, international relations matters. It shapes government policy, affects our job prospects and impacts the lives of people from all parts of the world. If you want to explore the role of state and organisation in an increasingly interconnected world, this international relations and politics degree is the right choice for you.<br/><br/>In many cases, global politics and the decisions made by those in power can have significant consequences for populations and how they live. As part of this politics and international relations course, you’ll debate different ideologies and policies in global politics, developing your understanding of why wars occur, why states cooperate (or don’t cooperate) with each other, and how these ideas affect lives.<br/><br/>Designed with a strong international focus, you’ll also have the opportunity to spend your second year studying abroad, immersing yourself in a different culture and experiencing new ways of life. These experiences will provide you with the real-world experience needed to stand out in a competitive employment industry.<br/><br/><strong>You will</strong><br/>• Develop a thorough understanding of different ideologies and policies in global politics<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Acquire a range of transferable skills needed to launch your professional career<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Understand how lives are affected by both politics and the relations between relations<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Visit our International Relations and Politics degree CourseFinder webpage</strong> https://bit.ly/3iJt1ht<br/><strong>Explore all of our History and Politics courses and read our helpful FAQs</strong> https://bit.ly/39dvSME<br/><strong>Sign-up to an Open Day or Campus Tour</strong> https://bit.ly/3sAsT8m
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Peel Park Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L290
Institution Code
S03
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
112
To be obtained from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent. History and / or Politics desirable
Scottish Higher
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff Points. History and / or Politics desirable
Access to HE Diploma
QAA Approved - Pass with 104 - 112 UCAS Tariff Points. History and / or Politics desirable
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
31
Politics / History desirable
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
History and / or Politics desirable
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff Points History / Politics desirable
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) is required. Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) is preferred but not essential. You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements in addition to the Level 3 qualification requirements.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
D*D*
104 - 112 UCAS points. History and / or Politics desirable
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff Points. History and / or Politics desirable
A level
104 - 112 UCAS tariff points to be obtained from a minimum of 2 A-Levels or equivalent. General Studies accepted. History and / or Politics desirable
T Level
M
History and / or Politics desirable
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