Senior Lecturer in International Relations & Politics
Faculty of Business and Law
Politics and International Relations BA (Hons)
Key Facts
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UCAS Code
BA: 5L9L
Foundation: LL22 -
Level
UndergraduateUG BA (Hons)
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Duration
Full Time: 3 Years
Full Time with Foundation: 4 Years
Part Time: 4 - 6 Years -
Starting
September
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BCC at A Level
DMM at BTEC
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Full Time: £9,535
Part Time: £1,585 (per 20 credits)
Foundation: £5,760 -
Full Time: £15,700
Foundation: £15,700 -
Waterside
Updated 20/12/2024
Get in touch
For questions regarding study and admissions please contact us:
UK STUDENTS ENQUIRIES
study@northampton.ac.uk
0300 303 2772
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ENQUIRIES
The Politics and International Relations degree at the University of Northampton will provide you with an exciting and varied curriculum, as well as opportunities to apply your learning in international settings.
Through this Politics and International Relations BA you will develop a critical understanding of contemporary issues such as threats to global security, the changing nature of international co-operation and power alignments, environmental politics, the future of democracy, and the politics of communication. On the Politics and International Relations degree, our academic staff have a wide range of specialist research interests and you will learn in a friendly and supportive environment.
This International Relations degree aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of the nature of contemporary politics and the international order.
Highlights
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- Study trips available for the Politics and International Relations degree.
- Research placement opportunities available abroad.
- Optional work placement year.
- Flexible part-time option available.
- HP laptop and software included with this course for eligible university students. Eligibility criteria and terms and conditions apply.
Entry Requirements
A typical offer for this Politics and International Relations degree would be:
- BCC at A Level or
- DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or
- Pass (C and above) at T Level
We welcome applications from students with a mix of A levels and BTEC/Cambridge Technical qualifications.
Course Content
Fees and Funding
2025/26 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted the Politics and International Relations BA relate to study in the Academic Year 2025/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
- UK Full Time: £9,535*
- UK Part Time: £1,585 per 20 credit module
- UK Integrated Foundation Year: £5,760 for the foundation year; thereafter standard fees apply
- International Full Time: £15,700
- International Integrated Foundation Year: £15,700 for the foundation year; thereafter standard fees apply
- Optional Work Placement Year: TBC
* The 2025/26 annual tuition fee for undergraduate courses has not yet been confirmed by the Department for Education but is expected to be £9,535 for year one. UON will adjust fees annually in line with government policy.
Staff
Careers and Employability
Graduates from Politics and International Relations degrees possess highly sought after transferable skills that enable them to pursue careers in the public, private and voluntary sectors, including government, public administration, commerce and international development.
Postgraduate Opportunities
Once you have successfully completed your politics and international relations degree, you will have the opportunity to undertake further study at postgraduate level. Benefit from our 20% alumni discount on master’s fees to give you a CV that will catch the eye of employers. Some of our industry relevant master’s degrees and research programmes include: