The Sporting Excellence Scholarship
University of Reading · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
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The BA (Hons) War, Peace and International Relations with Placement Year at University of Reading is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Reading, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Specialise in warfare and strategy within international politics, drawing on the research strengths of strategic specialists with our BA War, Peace and International Relations with a Placement Year. Learn about the role of military force and defence policy, study war in a historical context and consider challenging questions such as whether the use of military force can ever be justified or whether peace should be maintained at all costs. As a student at the University of Reading’s Department of Politics and International Relations you will benefit from a learning environment driven by high... International tuition fees are £25,850 per year, 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 88% student satisfaction rating, a 86% continuation rate, and 90% of graduates in employment or further study.
| A-Level | BBB |
| International Baccalaureate | 30 points |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 69 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£25,850
per year
Home Student Fee
£10,050
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,000 | £26,500 | £33,000 |
| 3 years | £21,000 | £27,500 | £33,000 |
| 5 years | £27,500 | £34,500 | £47,500 |
UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,000 from year 3 to year 5
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.
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National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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University of Reading · Undergraduate

University of Reading offers War, Peace and International Relations with Placement Year as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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