Overview

University of Bradford's International Relations, Politics and Security Studies (Hons) programme combines in-depth academic training in key concepts, theories and case-studies, alongside a structured process of engagement with contemporary debates and experience by policy-makers, diplomats and practitioners. You will have opportunities to learn beyond the classroom through political simulation exercises, field trips and specialist workshops creating new bridges between academic and practical dimensions of the field.

Career prospects

On graduation you’ll have the professional competencies you need to launch a career in:

national and local government

global governance institutions

research institutes

international, national and local development agencies

environmental advocacy and policy work

private sector strategy and governance for sustainability

NGOs

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Analysing Contemporary Conflict

Contemporary International Relations

The Politics and Processes of Foreign Policy

Security: Concepts, Constructions and Analyses

Peacebuilding, Conflict and Security

Power Shifts: Regional and Global Challenges

Globalisation and Global Governance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bradford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Relations International Law Terrorism & Security 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

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Typical offer - 112 UCAS tariff points, to include GCSE English at grade C/grade 4 or above.

We take into consideration a number of factors when assessing your application. It's not just about your grades; we take the time to understand your personal circumstances and make decisions based on your potential to thrive at university and beyond.

GCSE English at grade C or 4 (equivalents accepted).

The standard University requirement is IELTS 6.0 with no sub-test less than 5.0 (or equivalent).

Pass each module and achieve a programme average of at least 40%.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20538 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

Bradford

United Kingdom

713 - 1353 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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