University of East London
Politics and International Relations
England, United Kingdom · UCAS L240
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3 years
Campus
Docklands Campus
Intl. Tuition
£16,020 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Home Tuition
£10,050 (regulated maximum, 2027-28)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
L240
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Course Overview
Politics and International Relations at University of East London 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)
London offers arguably the world's richest student experience — thousands of free museums and galleries, a world-leading theatre scene, diverse food from every corner of the globe, and a nightlife scene that never sleeps. The sheer variety is unmatched anywhere in the UK.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
26,755
Staff Ratio
21.0:1
International
49.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
66.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£23,700
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m 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
- Asian studies
- European studies
- East European studies
- African studies
- Middle Eastern studies
- Organisational studies
- Governance
- Industrial management
- International finance
- International business studies
- Social psychology
- Rural science
- International studies
- Human rights
- Gender studies
- Development policy
- Community studies
- Community relations
- Race relations
- Youth studies
- Youth development
- Third world studies
- Urban studies
- Community development
- Development studies
- Politics
- International security
- Middle Eastern politics
- British politics
- Diplomatic studies
- International relations
- European politics
- Political theory
- Democratic studies
- Strategic studies
- War studies
- Peace studies
- Parliamentary studies
- Comparative politics
- Government
- Personal development
- International law
- Public law
- Environmental law
- Applied social sciences
- Economic development
- Labour economics
- Building economics
- Educational economics
- International economics
- Development economics
- Planning economics
- Industrial economics
- European economics
- Health economics
- Social philosophy
- Critical thinking
- Ideology
- Cultural studies
- Landscape history
- International history
- Environmental protection
- Environmental management
- Environmental health
- Landscape studies
- Energy studies
- Pollution
- Disaster management
- Architectural conservation
- Research methods
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
26,755
Total students
Staff Ratio
21:1
Students per staff
International Students
49%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
6.8/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse
Student Life & City (indicative)
London offers arguably the world's richest student experience — thousands of free museums and galleries, a world-leading theatre scene, diverse food from every corner of the globe, and a nightlife scene that never sleeps. The sheer variety is unmatched anywhere in the UK.
- London offers arguably the world's richest student experience — thousands of free museums and galleries, a world-leading theatre scene, diverse food from every corner of the globe, and a nightlife scene that never sleeps.
- The sheer variety is unmatched anywhere in the UK.
What Students Love
- World-class museums & galleries
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Diverse international food scene
- Theatre & performing arts scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
66%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£23,700
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
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
- Business
- Computing
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
In the higher range for UK student costs — expect around $2,300/month (housing $1,400, food $420, transport $200). A comfortable student lifestyle at costs well below London and the South East.
- In the higher range for UK student costs — expect around $2,300/month (housing $1,400, food $420, transport $200).
- A comfortable student lifestyle at costs well below London and the South East.
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