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Bachelor of Economics, Politics and International Relations

Royal Holloway, University of London

  • Egham, United Kingdom
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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Royal Holloway, University of London campus

About the program

A four-year route to the degree in Economics, Politics and International Relations that begins with an integrated foundation year.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Apply concepts and methods in Economics
  • Politics and International Relations in with Foundation Year to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in building data handling skills
  • With an optional placement after year two.. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Management
  • Journalism
  • Financial crime advisory
  • World Bank
  • IMF
  • NGOs
  • The third sector
  • Postgraduate study

Curriculum

  • A foundation year builds academic skills and an introduction to the subject before the degree years. Year 1 gives a foundation in economics
  • Politics and international relations plus tools and skills for later study. Students then choose whether to focus more on economics or on politics and international relations
  • Building data handling skills
  • With an optional placement after year two.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • A Levels: AAB-BBB. Required subjects: We require Maths GCSE at grade 7 (A) We require English Language GCSE at grade 4 (C) International qualification or degree equivalents by country are listed on the course page.

Accepted academic background

A levels or equivalent (IB, European Baccalaureate, Country-specific qualifications), Some countries require an International Foundation Year before entry, GCSE/equivalent English and maths on some courses.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 88
  • Duolingo 120
  • PTE Academic 67
  • IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

  • Completed application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Graduation certificate when applicable
  • Passport copy
  • English proficiency evidence
  • Financial documentation
  • Program-specific supporting materials when required.

How to apply

  1. Check the course entry requirements and the UCAS equal-consideration deadline of 13 January 2027 (international applications are considered until 30 June 2027 if places remain) at official website 2. Apply through UCAS with Royal Holloway's institution code R72 and the course's UCAS code. Send a transcript or certificate if the Admissions Office asks (A level
  2. BTEC and IB results are verified through UCAS). No portfolio is required as standard. Reply to your offers by the UCAS deadline and apply for halls when accommodation applications open.

Other costs

Tuition per year£24,600 GBP
Application fee£75 GBP
Deposit£3,000 GBP

Program details

CampusEgham
Faculty or schoolSchool of Law and Social Sciences
DepartmentEconomics
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value360
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2 years
Scholarship noteRoyal Holloway, University of London may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    13 Jan 2027

    60 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.