BA (Hons) International Relations and Politics

Our BA International Relations and Politics degree explores how power operates both within nations and across global systems. This dynamic intersection is crucial because today's biggest challenges—from climate change to technological disruption, from economic crises to security threats—require solutions that bridge domestic policies and international cooperation. Politics examines how governments function, how decisions are made within societies, and how citizens influence these processes. International Relations explores how nations interact, how global institutions shape world affairs, and how power flows across borders. Together, these disciplines provide a comprehensive toolkit for understanding our complex world. Throughout your International Relations and Politics degree, both your personal adviser and our dedicated career specialists will help you convert your passion for politics and international affairs into meaningful professional pathways. You'll study with academics at the forefront of both fields, examining political systems of major global players while investigating what causes conflicts and how they might be resolved. You'll explore thought-provoking questions: How do values like human rights influence politics at home and abroad? What motivates political participation? How do media shape both domestic politics and foreign policy?

IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)

International students: £23,100 per year

UK students: £9,790 per year

UK/Home: £9,790 per year

International: £23,100 per year

September 2026

UCAS deadline (equal consideration)

• Norwich Research Park, Norwich, United Kingdom