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BSc - Bachelor of Science
University of London Worldwide
Full Time
SEP-25
3 years
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BSc - Bachelor of Science
University of London Worldwide
Full Time
SEP-25
3 years
Select a subject
Developed by academics at LSE, this degree will help you understand key issues facing the international community, such as the causes of war and globalisation.
You will gain knowledge and understanding of how political power is distributed and organised within the state and between states.
By studying this programme you will:
combine a study of politics and international relations, or go on to postgraduate study in this area.
understand how political power is distributed and organised within and between states.
consider some of the key issues facing the international community such as the causes of war and globalisation.
Assessment
Each module is assessed by an unseen written exam, which is usually held in May or June. You can sit your exams at any approved centre around the world. These centres charge a fee for hosting the exams.
Your exam is set and assessed by academics at LSE, ensuring that your degree is of the same standard as those studying on-campus in London.
If you study the following courses from the Information System selection group, you will also need to undertake a project or coursework.
Career opportunities
This degree will help to prepare you for careers in politics, research, management and consultancy. You could also gain entry to a master’s programme in this field.
The course will help you to question and analyse information, develop arguments, and boost your analytical and communication skills – all of which are valued by employers.
In some countries, qualifications earned by distance and flexible learning may not be recognised by certain authorities or regulators for the purposes of public sector employment or further study. We advise you to explore the local recognition status before you register, even if you plan to receive support from a local teaching institution.
Exam type
A levelA level:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
AS:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
GCSE/National 4/National 5:
C Grades / Points required
For access to the BSc Politics and International Relations degree, you will usually meet the following criteria: Age 17+ by 30 November in the year of registration. Satisfy our General Entrance Requirements. Mathematics to UK GCSE Level (Grade C) or equivalent. Equivalent to GCSE/GCE O level (or AS) is equivalent to GCE A/AS level. Satisfies the specific requirements for a named course or the specific and the General Entrance Requirements for a named course. Satisfies General Entrance Requirements as a whole. You may still require course-specific requirements (e.g. Mathematics) plus English language proficiency. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests (International English Language Testing System: 6 overall, with 5.5 in each sub-test) and they are listed on our International Entry Requirements page.
For access to the BSc Politics and International Relations degree, you will usually meet the following criteria: Age 17+ by 30 November in the year of registration. Satisfy our General Entrance Requirements. Mathematics to UK GCSE Level (Grade C) or equivalent. Equivalent to GCSE/GCE O level (or AS) is equivalent to GCE A/AS level. Satisfies the specific requirements for a named course or the specific and the General Entrance Requirements for a named course. Satisfies General Entrance Requirements as a whole. You may still require course-specific requirements (e.g. Mathematics) plus English language proficiency. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests (International English Language Testing System: 6 overall, with 5.5 in each sub-test) and they are listed on our International Entry Requirements page.
For access to the BSc Politics and International Relations degree, you will usually meet the following criteria: Age 17+ by 30 November in the year of registration. Satisfy our General Entrance Requirements. Mathematics to UK GCSE Level (Grade C) or equivalent. Equivalent to GCSE/GCE O level (or AS) is equivalent to GCE A/AS level. Satisfies the specific requirements for a named course or the specific and the General Entrance Requirements for a named course. Satisfies General Entrance Requirements as a whole. You may still require course-specific requirements (e.g. Mathematics) plus English language proficiency. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests (International English Language Testing System: 6 overall, with 5.5 in each sub-test) and they are listed on our International Entry Requirements page.
Students living in
England
Students from England
The fee for 2023/24 Indicative total: standard BSc: £7600; Indicative total: graduate BSc: £5638. There might be slight increase in fee for 2024/25 entry.
Students from EU
The fee for 2023/24 Indicative total: standard BSc: £7600; Indicative total: graduate BSc: £5638. There might be slight increase in fee for 2024/25 entry.
Students from International
The fee for 2023/24 Indicative total: standard BSc: £7600; Indicative total: graduate BSc: £5638. There might be slight increase in fee for 2024/25 entry.
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