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University of Leeds · Undergraduate
£10,000scholarship value
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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: L5R1
Modern Languages and International Relations
University of LeedsLeeds, England
4 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Intl)
£26,500Home Fee
85%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the BA (Hons) Modern Languages and International Relations at University of Leeds. Based in Leeds, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. You can study international relations at Leeds with one of 10 languages. On this four-year course, you’ll examine the issues facing international society today and the challenges facing some of the most important players in international relations. Optional topics range from ongoing debates and conflicts within international relations and security, decolonial approaches, social movements across cultures, and translation and interpreting. International tuition fees are £9,790 per year, home/UK fees are £26,500 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £28,500 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
International Relations Theory and Practice
Global Politics and Governance
Languages in Context and Society
Diplomatic Discourse and Communication
Regional Security and Conflict Studies
Cultural Politics and Social Movements
Intensive Language Study and Proficiency
Year Abroad: Language Immersion and Applied International Studies
UCAS Code:L5R1
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB Where a post-A level language route is taken, a B grade in the relevant language is required. Where any other beginner language route is taken, previous experience in language is not required. |
| International Baccalaureate | 34 points 34 points overall with 16 at Higher Level. Where a post-A level language route is taken, 5 points at Higher Level in the relevant language is required. Where any other beginner language route is taken, previous experience in language is not required. |
| UCAS Points | 128 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£9,790
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£39,160
Home Student Fee
£26,500
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 LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Leeds
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £23,000 | £28,500 | £35,000 |
| 5 years | £29,000 | £37,000 | £49,000 |
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▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£28,500
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 32% above UK average salary
This course
£37,000
UK average
£28,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £8,500 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
55%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
67%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
79%
Overall
Teaching on my course
85%Learning opportunities
76%Assessment and feedback
71%Academic support
85%Organisation and management
82%Learning resources
88%Student voice
69%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
92%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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