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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: L92A
International Development and Politics
University of BirminghamBirmingham, England
3 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Home)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
86%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BA (Hons) International Development and Politics at University of Birmingham is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. On this International Development and Politics degree you will explore some of the world’s most pressing development challenges, from poverty and inequality, to migration, conflict and climate change. Elevate your career with a degree providing you with skills sought after by global employers. Through hands-on projects, professional placements, and tailored careers support, you’ll graduate ready to drive change in international development. This will lead you to a rewarding career where you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible difference, influence global policy, and build a fair... Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Some of the world’s most pressing development challenges
From poverty and inequality
To migration
Conflict and climate change
UCAS Code:L92A
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAB 3 A-levels required. General Studies not accepted. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall. |
| UCAS Points | 136 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 67 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
English language requirements If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course. £9,790 per year for domestic (UK) students for 2026/27 If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees, the University will increase fees for each year of s
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Birmingham
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £26,000 | £28,000 | £33,000 |
| 3 years | £23,500 | £28,000 | £34,500 |
| 5 years | £29,000 | £36,000 | £47,500 |
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≈ Close to UK average salary
This course
£28,000
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 29% above UK average salary
This course
£36,000
UK average
£28,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £8,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
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
70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%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
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
84%
Overall
Teaching on my course
86%Learning opportunities
82%Assessment and feedback
80%Academic support
89%Organisation and management
86%Learning resources
90%Student voice
74%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
93%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About University of Birmingham
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