Course Summary

Gain a world-class education in international relations theory and modern political thought. This degree will give you a comprehensive view of the interlinking disciplines of politics and international relations. You'll achieve a firm understanding of government, political thought, empirical and theoretical approaches to international relations, and how multiple levels of political governance – national, regional and international – interact in the world. The programme offers a huge variety of module options, allowing you to specialise in particular themes, topics and areas. You can examine global ethics, US foreign policy, race and racism in world politics or the intricacies of the European Union. You may also choose modules from other schools, covering subjects such as English, history, geography and languages. You have the opportunity to study abroad in your third year, immersing yourself in the culture and politics of another country.

Course Details - Modules

Year 1 Compulsory Introduction to International Relations Political Analysis Thinking Politically: Introduction to concepts, theories and ideologies Choose from: Background to British Politics Global Histories

Course Details – Assessment Method

Students are assessed by a combination of coursework and exams. A few modules are assessed by coursework only.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: L24Y

Institution code: Q50

Campus Name: Main Site

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

Excluded subjects - General Studies and Critical Thinking.

We consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 15 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not make offers of study purely on the basis of meeting grade requirements.

6,6,5 in HL subjects.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails

All applicants to QMUL must show they meet a minimum academic English language standard for admission and to be successful on the course. Please refer to the website below for details on our English Language requirements by course and acceptable alternative qualifications. You will also find important information regarding UKVI's English requirements if you are applying as an international student who will require Tier 4 immigration permission to enter the UK.

Queen Mary University of London: English Language Requirements

http://www.qmul.ac.uk/international/englishlanguagerequirements/index.html#

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 67%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 65%

Go onto work and study: 85%

Fees and funding

England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Please visit our web site for further details on fees and funding https://www.qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/feesandfunding/tuitionfees/ By searching on our A-Z course finder, you will be able to view the amount of fee you would need to pay for your choice of programme https://www.qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/ The fee amounts listed are for the 2020/21 academic year and are provided as a guideline. Fees for 2021/22 have not yet been set.

Provider information

Admissions and Recruitment Office
Mile End Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Tower Hamlets
E1 4NS

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