Politics & International Studies with Criminology
Ulster UniversityCourse Overview
The BSc (Hons) Politics & International Studies with Criminology at Ulster University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Our curriculum is based upon the research and scholarship of the team. In this Politics and International Studies with Criminology degree we foster your interests, ignite your passions and challenge and question the political and criminological world. We encourage students to pursue their interests, become research literate and have a strong understanding and appreciation of the research carried out in these disciplines. International tuition fees are £17,490 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a 86% continuation rate, and 74% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC Applicants can satisfy the requirement for the third A-Level Grade by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University. |
| International Baccalaureate | 24 points To include 12 points at higher level. Grade 4 in Higher or Subsidiary Level English Language is also required. |
| UCAS Points | 104 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,490
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Ulster University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £30,000 | £34,000 | £35,000 |
UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-03-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-03-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
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Overall
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