Overview

In the French Studies and International Relations (Hons) at Lancaster University you will explore global challenges, foreign policy, security threats, and international cooperation and rivalry, while gaining valuable insights into the French-speaking world and beyond. You’ll be taught by top experts in the field and graduate with critical thinking skills, practical expertise, and the ability to evaluate different perspectives on the most pressing contemporary affairs.

Careers

What careers can I pursue with a degree in French Studies and International Relations?

On our French Studies and International Relations course, you will acquire a versatile skill set that will prepares you for a wide range of exciting careers. Driven by cutting-edge research and current global developments, hands-on projects and collaborative experiences, this course will equip you with the problem-solving, data analysis, language and critical thinking skills to tackle global issues.

You will have the opportunity to boost your prospects further by applying for one of the annual internships offered by Lancaster’s Richardson Institute for Peace Studies. This competitive programme allows you to work alongside leading policy and research organisations.

As a graduate of this course you may go into any of the following roles:

Intelligence analyst linguist
Language teacher
Translator or interpreter
Policy maker
Political Advisor
International aid worker
Relief worker in a humanitarian organisation
Political risk and security analyst
Journalist
Lawyer
Global supply chain manager
Marketing professional
Book editor

Many of our graduates also choose to progress to postgraduate study, taking a master’s degree or PhD.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Beginners Languages (CEFR A1/A2) 1
Becoming Independent in Languages (CEFR B1/B2) 1
Global Challenges in World Politics
Origins and Foundations of International Relations
Critical Perspectives on Global Politics
Global Governance and International Institutions

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

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87

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lancaster, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Relations French studies View 432 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

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

87

OR

4.5

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A levels: ABB. This should include grade B in French, or if this is to be studied from beginners' level, you should have AS grade B or A level grade B in another foreign language, or GCSE grade 7/A in a foreign language.
Access to HE Diploma: Our typical entry requirement would be 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus 15 Level 3 credits at Merit, but you would need to have appropriate evidence of language ability.
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD accepted alongside appropriate evidence of language ability.
International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects. This should include 6 in HL French or other appropriate evidence of language learning ability.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

26300 GBP / year

≈ 26300 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10050 GBP / year

≈ 10050 GBP / year

Living costs

Lancaster

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 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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