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BA (Hons) International Relations and Politics

LMLondon Metropolitan University · London

This International Relations and Politics degree is designed for students who are passionate about understanding the complex forces shaping our world. You will explore the relationship between historical events and conte…

Tuition
£9,790/yr
Duration
3 years
Intakes
Sep, Jan
English
IELTS 6.0

Information from londonmet.ac.uk, updated 11 July 2026About this information

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Course Overview

This International Relations and Politics degree is designed for students who are passionate about understanding the complex forces shaping our world. You will explore the relationship between historical events and contemporary social and political issues, including power, gender, race, and poverty. The course offers a blend of core modules covering essential theories and structures, alongside significant flexibility to specialise in topics that matter to you, such as political unrest, social movements, or global inequality. Available as a full-time or part-time programme, the course is taught at the institution's Holloway campus. Students benefit from practical learning opportunities, including work placements and field trips to key institutions like parliament and international embassies. By engaging with expert lecturers and participating in events like the Congress to Campus talks, you will develop the analytical and practical skills needed to thrive in a variety of professional environments. This course is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the global political landscape.

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 1

After Empire: Regions and Powers in World Politics15 Credits
Conflict and Diplomacy Since 194515 Credits
Global Wealth and Inequality: An Introduction to International Political Economy15 Credits
Perspectives from the Global South15 Credits
Political Science Concepts and Institutions15 Credits
Understanding the International System15 Credits
Violence, Peace and Progress: Issues in World Politics15 Credits
What is Politics For? Political Aims and Ideas15 Credits

Year 2

British Politics15 Credits
Paradigms and Politics: Research Methods and Models15 Credits
Political Ideas in Modernity: Choices, Rights and Challenges15 Credits
Political Ideas in Modernity: From Renaissance to Revolution15 Credits
Theories of International Relations: Discipline and Diversity15 Credits
Modern Diplomacy: Communication, Representation, Negotiation15 Credits
Peace and Conflict: Theories and Issues15 Credits
Politics of the Middle East15 Credits
Sustainability and Environmental Justice15 Credits
The New Diplomacy15 Credits
The Politics of the European Union15 Credits

Year 3

International Security Studies: Issues and Challenges15 Credits
International Security Studies: Theories and Challenges15 Credits
The Modern State: Democracy, Dictatorship and Beyond15 Credits
The Modern State: Progress, Protests and Power15 Credits
Placement 1 Year30 Credits
Project 1 Semester15 Credits
Project 1 Year30 Credits
Action and Identity: Gender and Political Participation15 Credits
Conflict Resolution: Building Sustainable Peace15 Credits
Conflict Resolution: Concepts and Strategies15 Credits
Global Populism and the Crisis of Democracy15 Credits
Human Rights and Global Justice15 Credits
Public Diplomacy and Global Influence15 Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

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Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
11 July 2026

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at londonmet.ac.uk on 11 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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