BA (Hons) International Relations and History

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. If you prefer to stay closer to home and want to enhance your student experience and career prospects, The Swansea University Work Placement Programmes offer three workplace programmes: Week of Work (WOW); Swansea paid Internship Programme (SPIN) and Santander Universities Funded Placements. You can also link up with the Swansea Employability Academy (SEA). It provides a network connecting students with employers. You can attend talks and workshops as well as student-led networking events.

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.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.