BA (Hons) Politics and International Relations at Durham University

Programme overview

Immerse yourself in the study of key global issues. Explore the history and structure of the international political order, the modern state, and the nature and purpose of politics. The study of politics and international relations combines two fascinating and complementary disciplines.

What you will study

Your studies will be structured around four main themes: political thought, political economy, and international relations. Following a general introduction, you’ll begin to tailor the course to your interests and aspirations with optional modules in areas such as interdependence, crises and conflict, comparative politics, regional politics, democratic practice and the impact of global politics on the environment.

Career pathways

In an increasingly globalised world, our courses will help equip you with the knowledge, analytical, creative and social skills to progress into many sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entry requirements: AAA including a social science or humanities subject | Contextual offer: BBB including a social science or humanities subject. | BTEC requirements: DDD from a social science or humanities subject | IB diploma score: 36 with 666 in higher level subjects, including a social sciences or humanities subject

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home/Island full-time tuition fee per year for September 2027 entry Source

International applicants: GBP 29,500 a year (2027/28). International/EU full-time tuition fee per year for September 2027 entry Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.durham.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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