BA (Hons) Politics and International Relations
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
Why did Russia choose to invade the Ukraine? Why do countries struggle to cooperate over climate change? On our BA Politics and International Relations degree, you will study the impact of political concepts and decisions to understand the challenges that national and international politics faces in the 21st century.
This course will appeal to anyone with an interest and educational background in politics, sociology and history looking to deepen their understanding of the global political landscape of today and turn this into a successful career in the world of local and international politics, the media or business. The course will provide you with a thorough grounding in political science, international relations, political sociology and research methods, with analysis of how national an
Key highlights
- Explores political concepts and decisions shaping 21st-century national and international politics
- Thorough grounding in political science and international relations
- Covers political sociology and research methods
- Examines contemporary issues such as the Russia–Ukraine war and climate cooperation
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — Text: Typical offer (UCAS points)112-120
- A-level: BBC-BBB — A Level: BBC-BBB
- International Baccalaureate — 112−120 from a minimum of two higher level (HL) subjects at H4 or above
- BTEC: DMM — −DDM
- T-level — Design Survey and Planning for Construction; Design Production, Design and Development; Education and Childcare; Healthcare Science; Health; Science; Digital Support Services; Digital Business Services; Onsite Construction; Building Servic…
Scholarships
Dannenberg Scholarship (BEng)
£1,000 (or share of)
Jarvis Centenary Scholarship
£5,000 (over three years of study: £1,000 in the first year, £2,000 each in the second and third years) with at least one site visit or period of work experience with Jarvis Homes
Up to £5,000Kurt Dannenberg Bursary
£1,000 (or share of)
Up to £1,000Professor Peter Lines Scholarship
Value: £1,000
Up to £1,000The Janice Ann McNaughton Bursary
£3,000 (paid in the first year of study)
Up to £3,000The Judges' and High Sheriffs' Scholarship
two students will be awarded £1,500 each
Up to £1,500
Careers this course leads to
- Political researcher
- Policy officer
- Local government officer
- Journalist
- Public affairs consultant
- Parliamentary assistant
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £17,450
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 University of Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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