Overview

At the Economics, Politics and International Relations (Hons) programme at the Oxford Brookes University you'll gain the skills to look behind the headlines and understand the forces shaping the contemporary world.You will explore the economic factors shaping the relationships between national governments. And you’ll learn to link theory and practice at each stage as you examine the issues which are central to the lives of the world's population.

You will take part in activities such as:

problem-solving classes solving case-studies

gathering data and analysing it statistically

discussing competing theoretical frameworks.

The specialist expertise you gain will prepare you for challenging international roles. You'll graduate with knowledge of recent developments in the global economy. And how they link with political changes at both national and international levels

Career prospects

This degree prepares you for a career as an economist in the public, private or not-for-profit sectors and a range of professions including the diplomatic service, management, teaching, publishing, journalism, local government, law, trade unions, NGOs and international organisations.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Microeconomics

Macroeconomics

Mathematics for Economics and Finance

Economics and Society in Context

Politics

Politics in Comparative Perspective

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 96 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-12 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oxford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Economics International Relations Political Science View 448 other Bachelors in International Relations in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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65

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS Tariff Points: 104

A Level: BCC

IB Points: 29

BTEC: DMM

GCSE: Mathematics and English (grade C/4 or above)

General entry requirements

Acceptable passes in five subjects (exceptionally four subjects) at GCSE or GCE including:

one 12-unit vocational A-level, or
two A-levels or two 6-unit vocational A-levels, or
one A-level or 6-unit vocational A-level plus two AS-levels, or
two 3-unit vocational A-levels *(* where these are included they need to be in subjects other than those held at A-level).

A National Certificate or Diploma at a good standard.
The International Baccalaureate Diploma (minimum of 24 points) or the European Baccalaureate Diploma (minimum of 60%).
Five subjects in SCE with two at Higher level or one at Advanced Higher level.
Three subjects in Scottish Highers or two at Advanced Higher level.
Any other qualifications considered by the Academic Board to be of equivalent standard.
A recognised access course

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19700 GBP / year

≈ 19700 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Additional Details

Home (UK) part time£1,190 per single module

Living costs

Oxford

United Kingdom

939 - 1530 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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