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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: LL2B

International Relations with Economics

University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England
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3 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Home)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
93%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) International Relations with Economics 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. The International Relations with Economics with Year Abroad degree at Birmingham combines an interdisciplinary approach to the study of international affairs with a specialised knowledge of economics (with a particular emphasis on international economics). Our International Relations with Economics BA offers a unique blend of political science and economics with a global perspective. With flexible module options, expert-led research opportunities, and the chance to participate in prestigious events like Model NATO in Washington DC, London, and Lisbon, you’ll gain hands-on experience in... 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

Foundations of International Relations
Microeconomics and Macroeconomics
International Political Economy
Global Trade and Finance
Comparative Politics and Governance
International Economics and Development
Foreign Policy Analysis
Research Methods in Social Sciences
UCAS Code:LL2B
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAB

3 A Levels Required

International Baccalaureate

32 points

The entry requirements are 6,6,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic67

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

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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 GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper 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

Course-level data

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

Teaching on my course
93%
Learning opportunities
82%
Assessment and feedback
85%
Academic support
100%
Organisation and management
95%
Learning resources
91%
Student voice
79%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham offers International Relations with Economics as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#68QS World
#11UK Ranking
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