International Relations and Development

Course Overview

Offered by University of Birmingham, the BA (Hons) International Relations and Development provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Our BA International Development and Politics uniquely integrates global development with political analysis, preparing you to tackle pressing global issues. You’ll gain practical experience through placements and study tours, deepen your research and critical thinking skills, and finish by completing a dissertation on a topic of personal interest. This interdisciplinary approach equips you with the knowledge and tools for a career in international development, policy-making, or beyond. On this course you will gain the all-round skills needed for a modern working world, such as critica... 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

Tuition Fees & Funding

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. The University will charge the maximum approved tuition fee per year. If your offer is for 2025 year of entry, we expect that the tuition fee for your first year of study will be £9,535 for UK students. If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

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

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