Course Overview

The study of International Relations covers key issues of international threats, conflict, competition, cooperation, development, and globalization, provides a solid understanding of international organizations such as the UN and the European Union. IR as a discipline also covers structures of power and influence. Our IR experts specialize in a broad range of topics, including security and terrorism studies, the environment, gender, development, peace and conflict, international history, political economy, international organization, and IR and political theories. We have regional expertise in the politics of Europe, Eurasia, Africa, China, and the Middle East. Our programme develops a range of analytical skills to help you interpret and explain the processes at work in unfolding current events. In a world of complex interdependence, such skills are of increasing relevance to many areas of business, industry, and government.

General Eligibility

A LEVEL REQUIREMENTS

• A Level requirement - BBC

GCSE REQUIREMENTS

• English Language / Literature at C (or 4)

BTEC

• BTEC requirements DMM

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

• 29 points 

ACCESS TO HE DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS

• Obtain Access to Higher Education Diploma with 112 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.0 or equivalent with no subtest score below 5.5.