Politics and International Studies BA (Hons)
University of Warwick
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Does democracy bring greater stability to societies? Why do states use violence? If these questions fascinate you, this degree could be the right fit for you. Learn about politics at a national and international level. Gain valuable skills in theoretical analysis, qualitative and quantitative research, and written and verbal communication.In this degree, there is an emphasis on the international dimensions of politics. While political theory provides the core of the degree, you can tailor your ...Read more

Does democracy bring greater stability to societies? Why do states use violence? If these questions fascinate you, this degree could be the right fit for you. Learn about politics at a national and international level. Gain valuable skills in theoretical analysis, qualitative and quantitative research, and written and verbal communication.In this degree, there is an emphasis on the international dimensions of politics. While political theory provides the core of the degree, you can tailor your course to focus on your main interests within International Studies.You will engage with core questions in political theory and how they apply to situations across the globe. You will confront how power is distributed internationally and evaluate the different ways in which societies organise their political systems. You will explore the ideological roots and gendered and racialised effects of world problems and interrogate the ways in which economic imperatives affect foreign policy.Your studies will investigate how theoretical assumptions underpin political decisions and explore the concrete issues that are faced by individuals, governments and organisations around the world.

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Politics
WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
64/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
6th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
10th
Politics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 88 = 12% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
12%
Employment rate
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The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Politics graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Politics graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
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Phoebe
24 Nov 24

The University of Warwick is in a great location, to start with, and public transport is fantastic. It is easy to get to both Coventry and Leamington whether that be for social..Read more

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Suzan
21 Nov 24

Everyone is very helpful, I love the community feel to it and I love how everyone is together in one campus, nearby student cities. it can be improved by having more social things..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

AAA Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

36 Grades / Points required

Offers exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Popular A-level subjects

Politics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

History
56%
Government & Politics
46%
Economics
42%
Mathematics
40%
English Literature
27%
HESA

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

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Latest reviews

Latest International Studies reviews

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Phoebe
24 Nov 24
Politics and International Studies BA (Hons)
The University of Warwick is in a great location, to start with, and public transport is fantastic. It is easy to get to both Coventry and Leamington whether that be for social...
Read more
S
Suzan
21 Nov 24
Politics and International Studies BA (Hons)
Everyone is very helpful, I love the community feel to it and I love how everyone is together in one campus, nearby student cities. it can be improved by having more social things...
Read more
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University of Warwick
Academic Office University Road Coventry CV4 7AL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Canley  0.8 miles away

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