**Why choose this course**
International relations is about the distribution of power in the international political system.
Our innovative BSc (Hons) International Relations course focuses on the ways that the international political system is organised. We will introduce you to elements of conflict and peacebuilding, discussions around globalisation, international cooperation and foreign policymaking.
Our course has a truly international outlook, and will introduce you to a variety of social and political issues behind the biggest current debates in international affairs.
**What you will study**
On our BSc (Hons) International Relations course, you’ll receive a full grounding in the discipline as a whole. You’ll also explore national, regional and transnational trends through international relations theories, and the analysis of a wide range of case studies.
You’ll be able to examine questions of great significance on the global political stage. These include international security, foreign policy, globalisation, environmental policy and international governance.
You will have the opportunity to engage in primary research on a topic of your choice, if you opt to write a dissertation in your final year. This will give you rich insights into aspects of international politics and public affairs, in addition to enhanced research and presentation skills.
Course Details - Modules
To see the full range of modules for this course please visit our website – the link is under the Course contact details. You will also find full details of the programme, including programme structure, assessment methods, contact hours and Graduate prospects.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
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:
L290
Institution code:
S85
Campus Name:
Stag Hill
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
Overall:
BBC
GCSE or Equivalent:
English Language: Scottish National 5 - C
Maths: Scottish National 5 - C
Overall:
BBC
Applicants taking an A level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass the practical element.
We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking.
Overall:
BBBBB
GCSE or Equivalent:
English Language: Scottish National 5 - C
Maths: Scottish National 5 - C
Overall:
QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits overall including 21 at Distinction and 24 at Merit.
Overall:
Pass overall with BBC from a combination of the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A levels. Applicants taking an A level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass the practical element.
We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers.
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
IELTS (Academic)
6.5
6.5 overall with 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in each other element.
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