International Relations (Study Abroad) : BA Hons
Lancaster UniversityLancaster, UK
Course overview
International Relations at Lancaster equips students with a unique understanding of global dynamics and the analytical tools necessary to navigate complex international issues. You will explore global challenges, foreign policy, security threats, and international cooperation and rivalry, while developing critical thinking skills, practical expertise, and the ability to evaluate different perspectives on contemporary global events.
Key highlights
- Explores global challenges, foreign policy and international security threats
- Examines international cooperation and rivalry between states
- Develops analytical tools for navigating complex international issues
- Builds critical thinking and evaluation of perspectives on global events
- Includes a study abroad component within the four-year degree
Entry requirements
- Welsh Baccalaureate — in place of one
- BTEC: DD — combined with A levels
- A-level: BB — plus BTEC at D 32 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects We are happy to admit applicants on the basis of five Highers, but where we require a specific subject at A level, we will typically require an Advanced Higher in that subject; combined with BTEC
Scholarships
Lancaster Sanctuary Scholarship
Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship – International
The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate programmes.
Up to £3,000Undergraduate International Regional Scholarship
The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate courses.
Up to £3,000
Careers this course leads to
- Diplomatic service officer
- Policy analyst
- International development officer
- Political risk analyst
- Government research officer
- Non-governmental organisation programme officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £26,300
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 Lancaster University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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