Politics and International Relations @ a glance

What?

Undergraduate Pathway in Politics and International Relations

Do you want to ask the big questions about the world we live in? Asking why governments make certain decisions? Do you have ideas about how the world should be run? Then this could be the course for you!

Why?

  • 2 Possible start dates for foundation (January and September).
  • Extra contact time with your tutors.

How?

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Politics is not just about studying government institutions and international relationships; it is a discipline that has explored different visions for a more just society for thousands of years, and continues to address some of today's most pressing challenges.

Politics and International Relations students at Swansea University investigate issues such as genocide, financial crises, the role of the United States and the United Nations, and the future of political devolution. The course also asks where threats to our society come from, and whether we can prevent them. Law regulates how we buy and sell goods and services, and how we govern ourselves. It defines how we prosecute and defend, and how we secure the rights of people who may not be able to protect themselves. All of Swansea's Bachelor of Laws (LLB) courses are qualifying law degrees.

 

Stage 1

Stage 2

Stage 3

University Foundation

First Year Degree in Politics and International Relations

Second Year Degree

Location: ICWS at Swansea University

Intakes: September and January

Duration: Two semesters

Modules

  • Business Studies
  • Composition and Style
  • Constitutional Law
  • Critical Thinking
  • Economics
  • Globalisation
  • Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
  • Mass Communication
  • Principles of ICT

Course fee: £9,500

Location: ICWS at Swansea University

Intakes: September

Duration: Two semesters

Course fee: £9,800

Location: Swansea University

Course fee: £10,100

Popular Careers

Swansea University degree pathways

Stage 4
  • Education
  • Government policy
  • International development
  • Journalism
  • Local or international politics
  • BA (Hons) American Studies
  • BA (Hons) War and Society
  • BA (Hons) International Relations
  • BA (Hons) International Relations and American Studies
  • BA (Hons) International Relations and Modern History
  • BA (Hons) Political Communication
  • BA (Hons) Politics
  • BA (Hons) Politics and American Studies
  • BA (Hons) Politics and Ancient History
  • BA (Hons) Politics and English
  • BA (Hons) Politics and History
  • BA (Hons) Politics and Social History
  • BA (Hons) Politics and Social Policy

Final Year Degree

Location: Swansea University

Course fee: £10,100

 

*Stated Swansea University fees are a guide only and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date fee listings, please visit www.swan.ac.uk