Overview
Throughout this International Relations and Languages (Hons) course from University of Portsmouth , you’ll study a foreign language and spend a year abroad in a country and culture where your chosen language is spoken – and set yourself up for careers in international diplomacy, business, journalism, research and translation.
Career opportunities:
The British Council has stated that "an understanding of other cultures and languages will continue to be important for successful international relationships at all levels" (Languages for the Future, 2017). The language skills you’ll gain can open up a world of opportunities: they’ll help you to work globally, and open up job opportunities across borders and cultures.
With technology continuing to develop at a frantic pace, there’s also an ever-increasing demand for graduates with the knowledge required to ensure new developments are ethical.
The analytical skills you’ll develop are in demand, too – your ability to understand complex issues and find solutions to them means that roles across government agencies, NGOs, charities, think tanks and international organisations are all within your reach.
When you finish the course, our Careers and Employability service can help you find a job that puts your skills and cultural experience to work.
What can you do with an International Relations and Languages degree?
Graduates from this degree have gone on to careers in the following sectors:
local and central government
embassies
non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
security services
international organisations, like the United Nations (UN)
international charities like Amnesty International or the Red Cross
policy research and think tanks
media and international business consultancy
political risk analysis
public relations
voluntary organisations
management
banking and financial services
tourism
What jobs can you do with an International Relations and Languages degree?
Recent graduates have gone on to roles including:
bilingual consultant
multilingual project coordinator
translator
political researcher, Houses of Parliament
assistant to Member of Parliament
civil servant, the Cabinet Office
senior policy advisor, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
communications officer, House of Commons
local government administrator, Government of Jersey
public affairs consultant
social researcher
information officer
conference producer
Placement year (optional)
After your second year, you'll do a year abroad based in one or more countries where your chosen language is spoken.
This enables you to build linguistic and cultural fluency, and also provides an opportunity to study abroad and/or gain valuable longer-term work experience in international development.
We'll give you all the support you need to find a work or study abroad placement that prepares you for your career, and we'll continue to mentor you throughout your placement.
We have links with universities and employers in countries and regions including:
China
France
Germany
Italy
Latin America
Spain
We also have partnerships with the British Senegalese Institute and development organisations in Dakar, which provides opportunities for work placements in Senegal on your year abroad.
We’ll help you secure a study or work placement that fits your aspirations, and you’ll get mentoring and support throughout the year.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
Critical Thinking and Professional Identity
Key Themes in International Relations
Political Thought
International Thought
Translation Theory and Practice
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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You can apply through the normal UCAS process if you have not yet submitted any applications at all through UCAS. This option remains open until 30 June.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Language Studies International Relations View 448 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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Other requirements
General requirements
A levels - BBC-CCC
UCAS points - 96-112 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels, or equivalent
T-levels - Merit
BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DMM-MMM
International Baccalaureate - 24
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Applies to youNon-residents17900 GBP / year≈ 17900 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents9790 GBP / year≈ 9790 GBP / year
Additional Details
EU students – £10,300 a year (including EU Scholarship – may be subject to annual increase)
Living costs
Portsmouth
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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