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International Studies with Political Science: University of Birmingham

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Degree 
BSc
Address
International Studies with Political Science: University of Birmingham, Department of Political Science & International Studies, European Research Institute, The, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2TT, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Subject
Political Science
Duration 
3 years
Telephone 
+44(0)121 414 3910/4356
Fax 
+44(0)121 414 3496
E-mail 

pol...@bham.ac.uk

Website 
http://www.bham.ac.uk/polsis



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The fortunes of one country are now closely intertwined with those of other nations. Increasingly it is necessary to study and evaluate politics and policies at an international level. This programme allows you to combine your interest in international studies with the study of political theory and the national politics of a variety of countries.

About the department

The Department of Political Science and International Studies, which teaches this programme, is one of the largest and best departments of its type in the UK. It received a score of 5 in the 2001 Research Assessment Exercise (maximum 5*/6) and the maximum score of 24 in the 2001 Teaching Quality Assessment. The department has also enjoyed a consistently high place in the Guardian league tables (never outside the top 10) since these were first published in 2000.

The department has a balance of expertise that covers all areas of the discipline and has long-established strengths in the fields of political theory, European politics, international relations theory, security studies, diplomatic studies, political sociology, political economy, Pacific Asian politics and British politics. It contributes to a wide range of undergraduate teaching programmes ranging from Political Science Single Honours to International Studies with a Language, as well as a range of Joint Honours degree schemes.

First year

In this year you take foundation modules in international relations and diplomatic history, as well as an optional module.

Second year

You build upon this foundation in the second year. An outstanding feature of the programme is the wide range of options available, as well as the interdisciplinary nature of the course.

Third year

In addition to choosing modules from a wide range of options, you have the opportunity to specialise in areas of particular interest.

Teaching and assessment

The course is assessed via a range of methods including essays, presentations, exams and a dissertation on a subject of your own choice.

Career opportunities

Employers – to judge from the success of our graduates in the employment field – are well aware of the value of this programme in preparing you for a diversity of careers such as journalism, policy advice, consultancy, diplomacy, academia, the armed forces and work for inter-governmental and non-governmental organisations.

Entry requirements

  • Number of A levels required: 3
  • Typical offer: ABB
  • General Studies: accepted
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 34 points

Other qualifications are considered – see the entry requirement s section for full details

Contact details

For general information about open days

Main University Switchboard

  • Postal address: The University of Birmingham
    Edgbaston
    Birmingham
    B15 2TT
    United Kingdom
  • Tel: +44 (0)121 414 3344
  • Fax: +44(0)121 414 3971

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