Politics & International Relations BSc (Hons)
Edge Hill UniversityEdge Hill University, United Kingdom
Course overview
There has never been a more appropriate time to study politics – the UK has a skills shortage of Political Scientists at a time when this expertise is greatly needed to make sense of the rapidly changing political environment at home and abroad. Our Politics & International Relations programme is designed and delivered with input from political practitioners to ensure that you own the skills needed to secure graduate employment in politics, international relations, the civil service or the third sector. By getting involved in politics, policy making and political research, you will not just understand the political agenda, but you will also create real change.
Key highlights
- Designed and delivered with input from political practitioners
- Builds skills for careers in politics, civil service or third sector
- Hands-on involvement in politics, policy making and political research
- Addresses a UK skills shortage of political scientists
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — Typical offer 112-120 UCAS tariff points achieved through A levels, BTEC, International Baccalaureate, Access Diploma, T Level, or Irish Leaving Certificate.
Scholarships
Alumni Loyalty Scholarship
A £1,000 tuition fee discount will be automatically applied to international fee-paying students.
Up to £1,000Global Vice-Chancellor’s Award
We are delighted to offer the Global Vice-Chancellor’s Award, a scholarship worth £3,000 for international fee-paying students studying an eligible full-time undergraduate, postgraduate taught and postgraduate research degree
Up to £3,000Sports Scholarship for Applicants
Gold - up to £1,000; Silver - Up to £500; Bronze - Up to £250 per academic year.
Careers this course leads to
- Civil Servant
- Policy Officer
- Political Researcher
- Parliamentary Assistant
- Charity Campaigns Officer
- Political Scientist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 a year | International: £14,500 a year
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 Edge Hill University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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