Politics and International Relations
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Apply NowKey Facts
L248-
UCAS Tariff
120 - 96
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Course duration
3 years
Available for September start 2025
Further details on entry requirements
Apply NowThe world of Politics and International Relations is both turbulent and fascinating. The global order is being reshaped by conflicts, climate change, growing inequality and challenges to Western dominance. As the world’s first Department of International Politics, we have pioneered the study of global politics for over a hundred years and continue to tackle the world’s most pressing problems.
The degree in Politics and International Relations offers you the opportunity to study the concepts, practices, policies, histories and regions that make up politics and international as a discipline.
Course Overview
Modules September start - 2025
Please note: The modules listed below are those currently intended for delivery during the next academic year and may be subject to change. They are included here to give an indication of how the course is structured.
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Behind the Headlines * | IP12620 | 20 |
Exploring the International 1: Central Concepts and Core Skills * | IP12420 | 20 |
Politics in the 21st Century | IP12920 | 20 |
Options
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Globalization and Global Development | IP12520 | 20 |
The Making of the Modern World: War Peace and Revolution since 1789 | IP12820 | 20 |
War, Strategy and Intelligence | IP10320 | 20 |
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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International Relations: Perspectives and Debates * | IP20120 | 20 |
People and Power: Understanding Comparative Politics Today | IQ23920 | 20 |
Options
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Dissertation | IP30040 | 40 |
Options
* Also available partially or entirely through the medium of Welsh
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Typical Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff 120 - 96
A Levels BBB-CCC
GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4):
English or Welsh
BTEC National Diploma:
DDM-MMM
International Baccalaureate:
30-26
European Baccalaureate:
75%-65% overall
English Language Requirements:
See our Undergraduate English Language Requirements for this course. Pre-sessional English Programmes are also available for students who do not meet our English Language Requirements.
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
International students whose qualification is not listed on this page, can check our Country Specific Entry Requirements for further information.
The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma or T-level qualifications, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas or T-levels as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.
Our inclusive admissions policy values breadth as well as depth of study. Applicants are selected on their own individual merits and offers can vary. If you would like to check the eligibility of your qualifications before submitting an application, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for advice and guidance.