BA (Hons) International Relations at University of East Anglia

Programme overview

Study how global power, diplomacy and international systems shape world events through expert-led teaching and real-world insight. Develop analytical, communication and practical skills to engage with international challenges and launch a global career. Explore how power, diplomacy and global systems shape the world we live in.

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 builds the foundations of your International Relations degree and introduces you to the core themes shaping global politics. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Power, (dis)order & Security: Understanding Global Politics 1, Understanding Politics Today: Approaches, Issues and Case Studies, Globalisation, Governance and Justice: Understanding Global Politics 2, Introduction to Political Communication, 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, you could build a career as a: Diplomat: Represent your country abroad, negotiating agreements and contributing to international policy and diplomacy International Development Officer: Design and manage programmes that address poverty, education and sustainable development worldwide Political Risk Analyst: Assess global political events and advise businesses on risks affecting international markets and investments Foreign Correspondent: Report on international events, conflicts and global politics for news organisations Policy Analyst: Research global issues and help governments or international organisations develop effective policies

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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. Contextual offer: Access to Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway. Pass Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and Pass in 15 credits at Level 3. T... 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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