BA (Hons) International Relations and Modern History at University of East Anglia

Programme overview

Study how today’s global politics developed by combining historical insight with real-time analysis. Develop strong analytical and communication skills to explore global challenges and shape your future career. You'll analyse modern conflicts, diplomacy and cooperation alongside the deep historical currents that drive them.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities | Department: School of Politics, Philosophy and Area Studies | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year; 4 years full-time with year abroad | Study mode: full-time (placement year available) (year abroad available) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Your first year introduces you to the foundations of international relations and modern history, helping you understand how global systems and political ideas developed. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Power, (dis)order & Security: Understanding Global Politics 1, Understanding Politics Today: Approaches, Issues and Case Studies, The Age of Extremes: World History Since 1914, Globalisation, Governance and Justice: Understanding Global Politics 2, Worldbuilding: International Systems Throughout History. Year 2: Analysing International Relations: From Realism to Postcolonialism, Introduction to Data Analysis for Politics and International Relations. Year 3: Dissertation or Research Project in Politics and International Relations.

Career pathways

With BA International Relations and Modern History, you could develop a career as a: Diplomat: Represent your country abroad, supporting negotiations and international policy development Museum Curator: Research, preserve and present historical collections for museums or cultural institutions Foreign Correspondent: Report on international politics, conflicts and global developments for media organisations Policy Analyst: Research political issues and provide evidence-based advice for governments or think tanks International Development Officer: Manage programmes addressing global challenges such as poverty, education and sustainability

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Entry requirements

A levels ABB Contextual offer: BBC BTEC DDM Contextual offer: DMM Combinations of BTEC and A levels Diploma: DD plus B at A level. Contextual: DD plus C at A level. Extended Certificate: D plus BB at A level. Contextual: D plus BC at A level. BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers Access to HE Diploma Access to Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway. Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3. T levels Not accepted Foundation Year Options: If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of our Foundation Year... All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade C or grade 4 In place of Mathematics GCSE we can also consider Functional Skills Level 2 Mathematics We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies page. English language: IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 24,250 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year; 4 years full-time with year abroad

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