BA (Hons) International Relations

... United Kingdom
... University of Essex

Course Overview

Based in the top politics department in the country, this course should interest you if you want to understand how the international system works, how decisions are made, and how lines are drawn. Taking this course gives you a foundation in politics, while the study of international relations develops your research and critical analysis skills, teaching you methods of analysis and giving you awareness of the world system.

General Eligibility

UK entry requirements

  • A-levels: ABB

  • BTEC: DDD, dependithe ng on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.

  • IB: 32 points or three Higher Level certificates with 655

  • We are also happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher aLevelsandard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher alevelsandard level, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information.

  • Access to HE Diploma:15 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 30 level 3 credits at Meritthe , depending on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.

  • We also consider T-levels.

International & EU entry requirements

We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Get in touch with any questions you may have about the qualifications we accept. Remember to tell us about the qualifications you have already completed or are currently taking.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS 6.0 overall.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Economics and International Relations


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Campus Name

Colchester Campus


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-time, 3 years


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Available Intake

October


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

Home full-time: £9,250, International full-time: £18,585,


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