Politics & International Relations - BA (Hons) Degree

Key highlights

• Examines whether political systems and institutions are fit for purpose
• Explores democracy, war between states and prospects for world peace
• Considers global challenges including climate change cooperation and poverty

Entry requirements

Scholarships

• Alumni Discount

  The Alumni Discount offers a 20% discount on Cardiff Met courses for previous graduates who are enrolling onto postgraduate programmes from September 2026.

  Up to 20% of fees

• Full Fee Discount

  Award: Up to £1,000

• Sport Scholarships

  Undergraduate – Home student (UK): £7,000; Undergraduate – International student: £11,000; Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £2,000 + alumni discount Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £4,200.

• Undergraduate Scholarship

  Award: £2,500

  Up to £2,500

Careers this course leads to

• Policy Officer
• Political Researcher
• Public Affairs Officer
• Civil Service Officer
• Parliamentary Assistant
• NGO Programme Officer

Cost of study

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Cardiff Metropolitan University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.