Course overview
This degree will enable you to develop a knowledge of the most important theoretical and empirical elements in the study of international relations. A wide range of modules will enable you to study social, political and economic aspects of international politics and to develop a competence in the politics of specific regions.
Year one
In year one, you will take modules in international relations, as well as comparative politics and political theory. This will give you a broad knowledge across the discipline.
Year two
In year two, you will take the compulsory modules Approaches to Political Studies and Designing Political Research, as well as a range of modules in international relations and some comparative politics and political theory.
Year three
In year three, you may choose to undertake a dissertation under the supervision of a member of staff, and/or choose form a very wide range of modules in international relations.
Entry requirements
A levels: AAA, none specific but general studies and critical thinking not accepted
English language requirements
IELTS 7.0 (including 6.0 in any element)
TOEFL iBT 100 (no less than 21 in listening and writing, 22 in reading and 23 in speaking)
Alternative qualifications
For details please see alternative qualifications page
Modules
The modules we offer are inspired by the research interests of our staff and as a result, may change from year to year. The following list is therefore subject to change but should give you a flavour of the modules we offer.
Typical year-one modules
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Foundations for Politics
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Political Ideas in Revolution
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Power and the State
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Understanding Global Politics
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Problems in Global Politics
Typical year-two modules
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Approaches to Political Studies
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Designing Political Research
Typical year-three modules
These modules will typically include Politics and Drugs, the Impact of Globalisation, Afghanistan and Pakistan, and the Far Right in Europe.
Skills and careers
You will have a thorough knowledge of both theoretical and empirical components of international relations. Transferable skills you will have developed include the ability to study independently, communicate effectively, and to develop and sustain a reasoned argument.
Average starting salary
The average starting salary for 2009/2010 full-time graduates of the School of Politics and International Relations was £20,391.89.*
*Average starting salary from known destinations of first-degree leavers who studied full-time, 2009/10.