University of Nottingham
Politics and International Relations
England, United Kingdom · UCAS L290
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3 years
Campus
University Park Campus
Intl. Tuition
£26,200 (2027-28)
Home Tuition
£10,050 (2027-28)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
L290
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Course Overview
Politics and International Relations at University of Nottingham in England, United Kingdom is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Politics graduates enter government, the civil service fast-stream, think-tanks, political consultancy, international organisations, journalism and NGOs. Many proceed to law conversion, postgraduate research or the diplomatic service.
Student life (indicative)
Nottingham offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
36,460
Staff Ratio
14.0:1
International
21.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
78.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£34,760
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
City & Location
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Politics and International Relations
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Politics and International Relations topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Politics and International Relations
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Politics
- International relations
- Political theory
Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
36,460
Total students
Staff Ratio
14:1
Students per staff
International Students
21%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
7.2/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks
Student Life & City (indicative)
Nottingham offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
- Nottingham offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events.
- A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
What Students Love
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Thriving student social scene
- Great café culture
- Parks & green spaces
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
78%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£34,760
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Politics graduates enter government, the civil service fast-stream, think-tanks, political consultancy, international organisations, journalism and NGOs. Many proceed to law conversion, postgraduate research or the diplomatic service.
- Politics graduates enter government, the civil service fast-stream, think-tanks, political consultancy, international organisations, journalism and NGOs.
- Many proceed to law conversion, postgraduate research or the diplomatic service.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Healthcare
- Finance
- Engineering
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Total Programme Cost
£78,600
For full 3 years
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
MEDIUM
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,395/month budget (housing $800, food $305, transport $90) covers everything comfortably. Nottingham consistently ranks among the UK's top cities for student affordability and quality of life.
- One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,395/month budget (housing $800, food $305, transport $90) covers everything comfortably.
- Nottingham consistently ranks among the UK's top cities for student affordability and quality of life.
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