International Relations with Economics

Description

This degree combines an interdisciplinary approach to the study of international affairs with a specialised knowledge of economics, particularly international economics. As well as economics, you study international and comparative politics, the theory and practice of international relations, and diplomatic history.

About the department

The Department of Political Science and International Studies, which teaches this programme, is one of the largest and best departments of its type in the UK. It came fifth in the 2009 National Student Survey in terms of overall satisfaction and 85% of the research conducted in POLSIS was evaluated as being internationally recognised in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise. The Department has an excellent record in the Guardian League Table for Politics. We are currently rated 12th and have been consistently viewed as one of the best departments in the country since the Guardian started publishing their League Tables in 2000.
The Department has a balance of expertise that covers all areas of the discipline and has long-established strengths in the fields of political theory, European politics, international relations theory, security studies, diplomatic studies, political sociology, political economy, Pacific Asian politics, environmental politics and British politics.

Key facts

UCAS code: LL21

Duration: 3 years

Start date: September 2012

Places available: 12

Applications in 2010: 114

Detailed Course Facts

• EUR 3805 Year (EEA)
• EUR 12790 Year (Non-EEA)

Home/EU £3,375; International £11,340

• English

Course Content

First year

You take introductory modules in international studies and economics, which are vital to an understanding of international issues.

Second year

In the second year you build upon this foundation, and have the opportunity to take advanced courses in areas of particular interest.

Third year

In the third year students take four modules from over 20 options and also undertake a dissertation on a subject of their own choice.

Teaching and assessment

The course is assessed via a range of methods including essays, presentations, exams and a dissertation.

Career opportunities

This programme provides a good analytical training in economics and its application in international relations. The knowledge and skills you develop will make you attractive to employers in many different fields, as demonstrated by the wide variety of rewarding careers our former students are pursuing.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 CAE score : 80(Grade A) TOEFL iBT® test : 93

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

Requirements

Number of A levels required: 3

Typical offer: AAB

Required subjects and grades: GCSE Mathematics grade A

General Studies: not accepted

Additional information:

Other qualifications are considered

International students:

International Baccalaureate Diploma: 3436 points

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

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• Academic Excellence Scholarship

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• Access Bursary

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• Alumni Bursary

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