Overview
Throughout this Politics and International Relations (Hons) degree at University of Birmingham , you will gain the all-round skills needed for a modern working world, such as critical thinking, problem solving, communication, and creativity.
Politics looks at how power is exercised, how political decisions are made, and who makes these decisions. On this programme you will learn about campaigns, elections, protest movements, policy issues and political ideals. You will explore different political arguments, rival theories, and alternative explanations. You will develop your skills in analytical and critical enquiry, debate, independent study and research, and self-motivation.
International Relations looks at how politics, economics and law are interconnected throughout the world. On this programme you will learn about the foreign policies of states, and about the international systems within which they operate. Throughout this course you will gain the skills needed for a modern working world, such as critical thinking, problem solving, communication, and creativity.
Career
Throughout your time on the Politics and International Relations course, employability is a key area of focus.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Understanding Politics
- Debates in World Politics
- Understanding International Relations
- Global History
- Pathways in Research
- Research Design
- Comparative Politics
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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International Relations Political Science View 438 other Bachelors in International Relations in United KingdomExplore more key information
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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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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Number of A levels required: 3
- Typical offer: AAB
- T Levels: all subjects considered; Standard offer: Distinction overall with A in the Core Component
- BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Subsidiary Diploma are all considered.
- International Baccalaureate Diploma: 6,6,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall.
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23160 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23160 GBP per year during 36 months. -
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9535 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9535 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Birmingham
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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