Overview

Over the course of the International Relations BA degree from University of Leicester you will explore some of the most important and interesting issues in international relations, including order and disorder in international relations, human rights in the global order, old and new security challenges, and the impact of globalisation.

Key facts

Your core modules will cover international relations from 1945 to the present, ethics and international relations, the world economy, theories of international relations, international security and foreign policy.

You will also be able to choose from a range of option modules covering issues such as gender and international relations, old and new wars, counter-terrorism and international development.

Regions covered in depth on the course include the US, Europe, Africa and Latin America.

Careers and employability

The degrees provide you with the transferable skills to equip you for a wide range of careers, including government, the media, education, administration, and management in industry and commerce.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Power in the World Economy

The Global Cold War: International Relations 1945-1989

Key Concepts in International Relations

Order and Disorder: International Relations from 1989 to the Present

International Theory

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leicester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Relations View 447 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

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120

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90

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61

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A/AS Levels: BBB. All subjects accepted. Two AS-levels considered in place of one A-level.

EPQ with A-levels: BBC + EPQ at grade B.

Access to HE Diploma: Pass diploma with 45 credits at Level 3, including 24 credits at Distinction.

International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 28 points overall.

BTEC Nationals: Full Diploma with DDM.

T Levels: Merit in Management and Administration. Other subjects may be considered.

Other official national and international qualifications considered from across the world.

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Tuition Fees

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20200 GBP / year

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9790 GBP / year

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Living costs

Leicester

United Kingdom

751 - 1426 GBP / month

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