Overview

The Politics and International Relations(Hons) programme at University of Wolverhampton explores the complexity of our world, helping you grasp the causes and consequences of global events like wars, conflicts, economic crises, and climate change.

This three-year course is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of global politics and international affairs. Through a range of coursework, practical projects, and hands-on experiences, our students will develop a set of skills crucial for effective global engagement. This include critical thinking, problem-solving, cross-cultural communication, and ethical decision-making.

What's unique about this course?

The Politics and International Relations degree course helps to shape students into global citizens, exploring key topics that impact the future of our world.

All teaching will be delivered by experienced and accredited tutors in an innovative and supportive learning environment.

All of the tutors are currently active researchers in their field, with a proven research and publications record.

Potential Career Paths

Public and Private Sector

Public Administration

Government

Advocacy

Public relations

Media and Journalism

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Programme Structure

Modules include:

Britain and the World

Current Issues in International Relations

Europe and the Americas, 1776-1914

Issues in Contemporary British Politics

Thinking About War and Peace

World Politics

America and the Cold War, 1947-91

Community Engagement and Social Change

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Typical entry requirement: 96 UCAS points

A Levels - grades CCC / BCD

BTEC L3 Extended Diploma or OCR Cambridge L3 Technical Extended Diploma - grades MMM

BTEC L3 Diploma - grades DD

Access to HE Diploma (60 credits) of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3 (96 UCAS point equivalence, minimum 45 credits at merit)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15995 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

Wolverhampton

United Kingdom

550 - 900 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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Overview

What's unique about this course?

Potential Career Paths

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Funding

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