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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: L250
International Relations
University of LeicesterLeicester, England
0 yearsDuration
£20,200Per Year (Intl)
£26,500Avg. Graduate Salary
92%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BA (Hons) International Relations at University of Leicester is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Leicester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. The world is built on relationships. But how are these shaped and tested by global issues like terrorism, human rights and the distribution of power? You’ll learn about the key concepts of international relations, as well as how to work out in the field. 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 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Ing issues such as gender and international relations
Old and new wars
Counter-terrorism and international development
UCAS Code:L250
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBB All subjects accepted. Two AS-levels considered in place of one A-level. |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points Pass Diploma with 28 points overall. |
| UCAS Points | 120 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£20,200
per year
Total Course Cost (12 months)£20,200
Home Student Fee
£9,790
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 Leicester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £26,500 | £29,500 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £26,500 | £32,000 |
| 5 years | £28,000 | £34,500 | £44,000 |
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
£26,500
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 23% above UK average salary
This course
£34,500
UK average
£28,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £8,000 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: CAH15-03-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
70%Working
10%Studying
10%Seeking Work
60%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 dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
92%
Overall
Teaching on my course
92%Learning opportunities
85%Assessment and feedback
90%Academic support
100%Organisation and management
100%Learning resources
100%Student voice
74%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
100%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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