Keele University

International Relations BA (Hons)

Keele UniversityStaffordshire, UK

Course overview

Are you intrigued by how world politics shapes our everyday lives? The influence of power and global affairs? International Relations at Keele covers world politics and the challenges associated with global order.

This may include topics such as human rights protection, climate change, war and peace, populism, diplomacy and foreign policy. Our wide-reaching expertise and our broad approach to the discipline will teach you how to interpret global, social, political, and economic interactions. Develop your skills and expertise and become a change maker for future generations.

A degree in International Relations from Keele prepares you for a career of your choice in politics, business and beyond.

Key highlights

  • Covers world politics and the challenges of global order
  • Topics include human rights, climate change, war and peace
  • Explore populism, diplomacy and foreign policy
  • Learn to interpret global social, political and economic interactions
  • Option of an international year or placement year

Entry requirements

  • A-level: BBB — A Level: BBB BTEC: DDM T Level: Merit
  • BTEC: DDM — A Level: BBB BTEC: DDM T Level: Merit
  • T-level: Merit — A Level: BBB BTEC: DDM T Level: Merit

Scholarships

  • Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarships

    A full tuition fee waiver for up to 4 years; A cash award of £1200 each year towards living costs.

  • International Baccalaureate Global Scholarship

    Awards of £1,000 for international students undertaking the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

    Up to £1,000
  • Placement Bursary Initiative

    The Placement Bursary Initiative could be worth up to £500 during your unpaid/paid, non-mandatory placement.

  • The Advanced Entry Scholarship (UG)

    Awards of £3,000 will be awarded towards the tuition fee for the year of entry for students who exceed published entry requirements.

    Up to £3,000
  • Undergraduate Global Scholarship (UG)

    Eligible students will be awarded £3,000 per annum for every year studied (up to 4 years, not including placement years).

    Up to £3,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Policy Analyst
  • Diplomatic Service Officer
  • Political Researcher
  • Parliamentary Assistant
  • NGO Programme Officer
  • Political Risk Analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £18,200

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 Keele University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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