BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations

... United Kingdom
... University of Strathclyde

Course Overview

From international terrorism to the 2014 Scottish Independence Referendum, we cover diverse and relevant issues.

As a politics student, you'll look at the work of governments and their policies and study the behaviour of those who govern - and who they are governing - both at home and abroad. You'll also gain knowledge of domestic and international institutions and issues relating to conflict and cooperation.

Our political graduates go on to work in several areas, such as government, journalism, teaching and research, in both the public and commercial sectors. Many also pursue academic research careers in the UK, Europe and North America.

General Eligibility

A Levels

Year 1 entry: ABB-BBB
Year 2 entry: AAA-ABB

(GCSE English Language 6/B or Literature 6/B, GCSE Maths 4/C)

International Baccalaureate

Year 1 entry: 32-30
Year 2 entry:  36-32

HNC

Year 1 entry

Social Sciences: A in Graded Unit; Maths National 5 B, or equivalent

HND

Social Sciences: AAB in Graded Units may enable second-year entry to Politics & International Relations with History or Psychology with six HNC/HND credits in each subject.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS 6.5 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)

Programme Information
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Course Category

Humanities and Social Sciences


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Campus Name

Glasgow


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time,4 years


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Available Intake

N/A


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IELTS Score


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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

17400, (INT)


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