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BA (Hons) International Relations

The College, Swansea University ( Navitas ), United Kingdom
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Course Overview

International Relations and History explore globalization, human rights, international and regional politics, peace and conflict, political economy, security studies, and strategic studies. You will also cover history through subjects including women's history and gender, the memory of war and conflict, and British social history. Studying this three-year degree course opens up a range of exciting career opportunities by helping you develop skills, which are highly valued by employers.

General Eligibility

Our standard entry requirement is BBB (UCAS tariff points 120) or equivalent. All offers are made following a review of the application form, predicted/achieved grades and subjects, the reference and personal statement. We also accept a range of advanced level qualifications including International Baccalaureate 32; Welsh Baccalaureate - grade equivalent to A-level; Access to Higher Education and Open University qualifications, and Extended Project.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Compulsory Modules:

  • Introduction to International Relations

  • Introduction to Politics

  • War and Peace in the Nuclear Age

Optional Modules:

  • Europe of Extremes, 1789–1989

  • Living Well and Doing Good - An Introduction to Ethics

  • Critical Reasoning

  • Fundamental Issues in Philosophy

  • Politics and the People

  • American Politics and Society

  • Introduction to Ancient Philosophy and Rhetoric

  • Statws y Gymraeg

2 Year 2

Compulsory Modules:

  • Anarchy and Order: Theories in International Relations

  • Globalisation

Optional Modules:

  • Global Justice and Human Rights

  • International Security

3 Year 3

Compulsory Modules:

  • Researching Politics 1

  • Researching Politics 2

Optional Modules:

  • Dissertation

  • Senedd Cymru/The Welsh Parliament

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

For applicants whose first language is not English, we require an IELTS 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or an equivalent English test.

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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