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Bachelor of Politics and International Relations and Philosophy

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

Bachelor of Arts in Politics and International Relations and Philosophy is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course in Politics and International Relations taught at the Egham campus of Royal Holloway.

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

  • Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Politics and International Relations and Philosophy. Apply relevant theories
  • Methods
  • And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Politics and International Relations and Philosophy.

Career outcomes

  • Public affairs
  • Political organisations
  • Journalism
  • International law
  • Charities
  • Ministry of Justice Fast Stream
  • Foreign Office Fast Stream
  • Political analyst
  • Graduate roles in large companies
  • House of Commons
  • MPs' offices
  • Further study

Curriculum

  • 3-Year full-time degree. First-year core modules include Classic and Contemporary Readings in Politics and International Relations
  • Problems of Knowledge and Introduction to Modern Philosophy. Later years add International Relations Theory and Contemporary Political Theory. Optional choices include Democracy in Britain and Contemporary Political Theory. A final-stage politics and/or international relations dissertation is included.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • A Levels: ABB-BBB. Required subjects: We require English Language and Mathematics 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£23,000 GBP
Application fee£75 GBP
Deposit£3,000 GBP

Program details

CampusEgham
Faculty or schoolSchool of Law and Social Sciences
DepartmentPolitics and International Relations
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

    61 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.