BA (Hons) International Relations and Politics with Foundation Year

About your course This innovative degree will provide a grounding in international relations theory while examining in-depth issues of enduring international significance. In examining the challenges the world faces today, we will encourage you to develop your own opinions and actively engage in politics The degree takes an expanded definition of what is International Relations and covers a range of subjects from economics, politics, law and culture to examining the actions of international organisations, nation-states and non-state actors. It provides you with an essential grounding in international relations theory and a range of specialist modules, which examine in-depth issues of enduring international significance, such as conflict, state-building, and the role of multilateral organisations. To develop your knowledge and interest in the varying topics and roles that people do, we will hold and attend regular events and workshops with practitioners and experts. Foundation Year The Foundation Year is ideal if you have the interest and ability to study for a degree, but do not have the qualifications to enter directly onto the International Relations and Politics honours degree programme yet. Once you pass the Foundation Year (level 3) you will progress directly onto the first year of the honours degree. If you are a full-time UK student, you will qualify for student financial support for the full duration of your course (subject to eligibility criteria). WATCH: a short video with programme leader, Dr Matthew Hill talking about the International Relations and Politics degree.

Please choose your qualifications below to view requirements Grades/points required from qualifications: DDD (72) Work out how many UCAS points your qualifications are worth by visiting the UCAS Tariff Calculator. Home International Qualification requirements Show all sections GCSEs and equivalents Grade C or Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alternative qualification below: Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English Higher Diploma in Maths/English Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths/English Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number Welsh GCSE in Maths or Numeracy Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number A levels Minimum number of A Levels required: 2 Is general studies acceptable? Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications Average A Level offer: DDD Are AS level awards acceptable? Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications Maximum AS Level points accepted: 20 BTECs National Certificate (RQF): Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications National Extended Certificate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications National Diploma (RQF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications National Diploma subjects / grades required: DM if studied on its own or to the total of 72 UCAS points if combined with other qualifications National Extended Diploma (RQF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications National Extended Diploma subjects / grades required: MMP if studied on its own or to the total of 72 UCAS Tariff points when combined with other qualifications Access awards Access to Higher Education Diploma acceptability: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Further information: At least 24 Merits and 21 Passes, or any other combination that equates to 72 UCAS Tariff points International Baccalaureate International Baccalaureate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Additional information: 72 UCAS Tariff points Irish awards Irish Leaving Certificate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Grades / subjects required: 72 UCAS Tariff points with a maximum of 20 points from Ordinary Level Welsh awards Welsh Baccalaureate: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications T levels T Level requirements: 72 UCAS Tariff points Alternative qualifications considered Mature applicants will be considered on an individual basis. These applicants may be required to submit an essay and/or attend an interview, and should demonstrate potential and motivation and/or have relevant experience. International applicants will be considered in line with UK qualifications. Any applicant whose first language is not English will be required to have IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each component) or acceptable equivalent. If a prospective student does not have the required English language scores then LJMU has 6, 12 and 20 week of English training programmes ( https://www.ljmuisc.com/programmes/presessional-english ) that students can enrol on in order to improve their language skills to a sufficient level to enable them to enrol on the BA. The programme takes place in the summer before the BA starts. Further information DBS, Occupational Health requirements Is a DBS check required? No Contextual Offers At LJMU, we are dedicated to widening participation in education. We understand that academic potential isn't always accurately represented by grades alone. Therefore, we consider additional information included in your application. If you meet certain eligibility criteria, we may make an offer lower than our typical entry requirements. International requirements IELTS 6.0 (minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English language proficiency test. Further inform

IELTS 6.0 (minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English language proficiency test

International students: £5,760 per year

UK students: £18,230 per year

UK/Home: £18,230 per year

International: £5,760 per year

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