Become an active agent of change in the international system with this fascinating interdisciplinary degree. Explore important topics such as development and under development, conflict and conflict resolution, war and terrorism, and globalisation and activism. Learn about political activism, social movements and crimes against humanity. Plus, enhance your employability by taking part in our volunteering programme - and take advantage of our optional 'work placement' module. Our roster of inspiring guest speakers, events, and exchange of ideas reflects our dedication to social justice and global responsibility. You’ll graduate with the skills and knowledge needed to work towards a more just and sustainable future, anywhere around the globe.
Modules are subject to change
Year 1
Semester 1
International Society: conflict, revolution and empire core
Political Ideas in Practice core
Social Science in the Contemporary World: themes, concepts and higher education skills core
Semester 2
International Relations in Theory and Practice core
State, Society and Institutions core
Social Justice in Action core
Year 2
Semester 1
Foreign Policy Analysis core
Social Research Methods core
Decolonisation and Legacies of Empire optional
Gender, Sexualities and Society optional
Contemporary Policy Making optional
Semester 2
Political Ideologies core
Working in the Social Sciences core
Environmental Justice, Sustainability and Climate Crisis optional
Contemporary Issues in International Development optional
Policing and Society optional
Year 3
Research Project (core)
Semester 1
International Security core
Politics of the Middle East optional
Visualising the World: images, technology and social change optional
Sustainability: agents for change optional
Semester 2
Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution core
Politics and Protest optional
Crimes of the Powerful optional
Sustainability: reimagining a future for everyone optional
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
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The following entry points are available for this course:
English Language Requirements for International and EU Applicants:
IELTS 6.0 (the minimum score required in each skill area is 5.5) or
TOEFL IBT 80 ( the minimum score required in each skills areas are: Reading 18, Listening 17, Writing 17, Speaking 20) or
Pearson Test of English Academic 52 (the minimum score required in each skill area is 51)
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| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
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