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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: VL12

International Relations and History

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
London, England
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3 yearsDuration
£27,500Per Year (Intl)
£35,000Avg. Graduate Salary
93%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the BSc (Hons) International Relations and History at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London. Based in London, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. This BSc International Relations and History allows you to study two complementary subjects. You’ll look at the nature of the changing dynamics between different countries and the impact of the uneven distribution of power, money, welfare and knowledge on foreign policies and international order. For the history elements, you’ll analyse the political, economic, social and cultural developments that have shaped states and their relationships with other countries. International tuition fees are £27,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 93% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £36,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 95% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

International Relations Theory and Practice
Modern European History and Politics
Global Power Structures and Geopolitics
Asian History and International Development
Cold War and Contemporary Conflict
Historical Methods and Evidence Analysis
Middle Eastern History and Regional Diplomacy
Dissertation and Independent Research Project
UCAS Code:VL12
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAA

International Baccalaureate

38 points

766 at Higher Level also required.

UCAS Points144

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5
PTE Academic70

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£27,500

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£82,500

Home Student Fee

£9,535

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and funding

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£30,000£35,000£40,000
3 years£29,000£36,000£50,500
5 years£36,000£51,000£66,000

UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 29% above UK average salary
This course
£36,000
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 82% above UK average salary
This course
£51,000
UK average
£28,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £15,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-03-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

85%Working
10%Studying
80%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
93%
Learning opportunities
86%
Assessment and feedback
76%
Academic support
98%
Organisation and management
84%
Learning resources
92%
Student voice
69%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London offers International Relations and History as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#56QS World
#7UK Ranking
12,950+Students
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