BA (Hons) International Relations at University of Wolverhampton

Programme overview

An interdisciplinary degree exploring diplomacy, global governance, conflict, security and international power, drawing on politics, war studies, economics, history and sociology. Every student is guaranteed a professional placement.

Faculty: School of Social Science, Humanities and Creative Industries | Department: International Relations | Study mode: sandwich placement option | Location: Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Disputes, Debates and Diplomacy in International Relations, Research in Action, World Politics, Sustainable Development and International Relations and The Rise of Asia in International Politics, with options such as America and the Cold War, International Economics, India in a Global World, International NGOs, Policymaking and Change and The Sociology of Migration.

Career pathways

Diplomacy and foreign service, peace and conflict resolution, intelligence and security analysis, and related international careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 96 UCAS points. A levels CCC or BCD; BTEC L3 Extended Diploma or OCR Cambridge L3 Technical Extended Diploma MMM; BTEC L3 Diploma DD; Access to HE Diploma (60 credits, at least 45 at Level 3, 96 UCAS points equivalent, minimum 45 credits at merit); T Levels with an overall Pass and at least grade C in the Core. Applicants should usually have studied at least two years post-GCSE; mature applicants without two years of post-16 study are considered where they have relevant work experience. Successful completion of the International Foundation Year in Social Sciences guarantees entry.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time UK home fee for undergraduate degree courses taught at the University Source

International applicants: GBP 17,600 a year (2026/27). Full-time international fee, September and January intake Source

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