- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time
- Mode
- Online
- Subject
- Politics
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
Over the course of our International Relations BA you will explore some of the most important and interesting issues in international relations, including order and disorder in international relations, human rights in the global order, old and new security challenges, and the impact of globalisation. Our lecturers produce internationally renowned, cutting-edge research, and are keen to share their knowledge. During your time with us, we will encourage you to focus your studies on your own areas of interest. You will benefit from a wide range of exciting module choices – and as our lecturers have such diverse interests, you will receive enthusiastic support and guidance for whichever area you choose. Your core modules will cover international relations from 1945 to the present, ethics and international relations, the world economy, theories of international relations, international security and foreign policy. You will also be able to choose from a range of option modules covering issues such as gender and international relations, old and new wars, counter-terrorism and international development. Regions covered in depth on the course include the US, Europe, Africa and Latin America. Other official national and international qualifications considered from across the world. You can review some of the qualifications we accept on our countries page and English Language equivalencies. If your qualification or country is not listed, please contact us for more information, including the name and result of the qualification you have studied. Second year entry may be possible with suitable qualifications. If you don’t quite meet the above entry requirements, why not consider our Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities Foundation Year ? We welcome applications from motivated students whose predicted grades are slightly below our standard entry requirements. We understand that predicted grades are not always an accurate reflection of your final results, and we’re happy to consid
Entry requirements
| A levels | BBB |
|---|---|
| A levels | BBC · with EPQ; + EPQ at grade B |
| Access to HE Diploma | Pass · Pass diploma with 45 credits at Level 3, including 24 credits at Distinction |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 |
| BTEC | DDM |
| T Levels | Merit · Subjects: in Management and Administration |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall |
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IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Fees
International students: £20,200
UK students: £9,790; £10,050
UK/Home: £9,790; £10,050
International: £20,200
Start dates
September 2026
Application deadline
UCAS deadline (equal consideration)
Campus
- Leicester, Campus-based, United Kingdom