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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: L201

Global Affairs, Politics and International Relations

University of Chester
Chester, England
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3 yearsDuration
£14,950Per Year (Intl)
£26,000Avg. Graduate Salary
86%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the BA (Hons) Global Affairs, Politics and International Relations at University of Chester. Based in Chester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Embark on a Transformative Journey with a Bachelor's Degree in Global Affairs, Politics, and International Relations. In today's rapidly evolving world, the need for passionate, informed, and dedicated individuals in the fields of global affairs, politics, and international relations has never been greater. Our Bachelor's degree is meticulously designed for the next generation of leaders, diplomats, policy analysts, and global citizens who are prepared to face the complexities of the international stage. International tuition fees are £14,950 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 a median graduate salary of £21,000 within three years, a 80% continuation rate, and 81% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Introduction to International Relations
Comparative Political Systems
Global Governance and International Institutions
Political Economy and Development
International Conflict and Security Studies
Diplomacy and Negotiation
Research Methods in Politics and International Studies
Contemporary Global Issues and Policy Analysis
UCAS Code:L201
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BCC - BBC

International Baccalaureate

28 points

UCAS Points104

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic61

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£14,950

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£44,850

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.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Chester

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£21,000£26,000£31,000
3 years£17,500£21,000£25,500
5 years£21,000£25,000£31,000

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 25% below UK average salary
This course
£21,000
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 11% below UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£28,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 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). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

79%Working
2%Studying
6%Work & Study
2%Seeking Work
92%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 average

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

Teaching on my course
86%
Learning opportunities
87%
Assessment and feedback
70%
Academic support
83%
Organisation and management
80%
Learning resources
94%
Student voice
66%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
70%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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