BA International Relations at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Explore global challenges and navigate complex diplomacy to influence the future. Our International Relations BA empowers you with interdisciplinary insights, hands-on experiences such as our Model NATO, and career-ready skills—preparing you to lead in an interconnected world. Understand the world, how critical decisions are made, and stand out in a competitive job market.

Department: Politics, International Relations and Development | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Discover Your Future in Politics and International Relations, Global History, Understanding Politics, Debates in World Politics I, Debates in World Politics II, Understanding International Relations, Introduction to Political Theory.

Career pathways

Our International Relations BA equips you with critical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills that are highly valued by employers. Upon graduation, you'll be able to pursue diverse career paths in government, international organisations, NGOs, diplomacy, the armed forces, business or even academia and take on rewarding, leadership roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Level: AAB. IB: 6,6,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall. BTEC: BTEC options considered. Number of A levels required: 3. General Studies: not accepted. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). per year for domestic (UK) students for 2027/28 Source

International applicants: GBP 24,840 a year (2027/28). per year for international students for 2027/28 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/7b6a75a5-6244-f359-0255-69e24ad9195a

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