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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Sandwich
SEP-25
5 Years
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Explore the driving forces of relationships between countries and cultures in the 21st century close to where the G7 leaders met in 2021. Unpick all aspects of international relations from law to economics, diplomacy and governance to help you build your own critical thinking skills to navigate some of the major issues facing society. Combine theory and practice so you can better understand the decision-making that drives change. Hone your skills by representing Plymouth at the model UN. -
Build your confidence:use the foundation year to become more confident, regardless of your educational background.-
Work closely with engaging and experienced stafffrom across the politics and international relations group.-
Explore the evolution of the international system.Debate contemporary worldwide issues, current affairs and major political events. Ask the difficult questions about environmental crises, war, or development in the global south.-
Travel the world through our international student exchange programme.From the Czech Republic and Poland, to Canada and the USA, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to gain insights into international relations worldwide.-
Be inspired by teaching rooted in research.Work closely with staff that are leading experts in their fields; areas of expertise include popular protest in the Middle East, NATO and security studies, the politics of China, global environmental politics and the politics of the European Union.-
Integrate innovative modulesfrom across the School of Society and Culture, focussing your degree on areas that interest you and making your degree your own.-
Build practical skillsto take into your future through varied and innovative assessments.
Exam type
A levelA level:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Scottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
UCAS Tariff:
32 - 80 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Extended Project:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
24 - 25 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
PPP - MPP Grades / Points required
T Level:
P Grades / Points required
32-80 points minimum of 2 A Levels including General Studies
32-80 points from Scottish Highers or Advanced Highers in any subject
minimum of 2 A Levels including General Studies
Pass Access Course (any subject) plus GCSE English and Maths grade C / 4 or above or equivalent
Accept in combination with other level 3 qualifications
in any subjects.
32-80 points from Irish Leaving certificate.
in any subject.
Pass (D or E on the core) 72
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