Study Politics and International Relations - BA (Hons) at London South Bank University in the UK, Social Sciences

About this course

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What will I learn?

Become an active agent of change with this fascinating interdisciplinary degree that combines specialisation in both domestic and international politics. Delivered by experienced, expert and enthusiastic academics, you will learn to critically engage with topics such as international development, war and conflict-resolution, security and terrorism, globalisation, and political activism, to provide an in-depth study of contemporary politics from the local to the global. Be part of an academic community dedicated to social justice and global responsibility – and be taught by experts with wide-ranging research interests: US foreign policy, Middle East politics, gender, sexualities and society, peacebuilding, transitional justice, colonialism, global political economy, visual politics, global sports, sustainability and climate change. ‘Work placement’ module and volunteering programme.

Full-time 3 years September

Which department am I in?

Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£15,500.00 (US$ 20,017) per year

On Campus Accommodation (Ensuite) - Starts from £194.25 per week

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus

103 Borough Road,

London,

Southwark,

SE1 0AA, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£17,400.00 (US$ 22,471) per year

On Campus Accommodation (Ensuite) - Starts from £194.25 per week

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus

103 Borough Road,

London,

Southwark,

SE1 0AA, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

112 UCAS points Or equivalent level 3 qualifications. If you do not meet the entry criteria above we also review any previous skills, knowledge or experience you have gained outside of your education and are happy to talk through any extenuating circumstances you feel relevant. English language qualifications for international students IELTS - 6.0 (with no component below 5.5) TOEFL iBT - Overall score - 80 (Reading - 18, Listening - 17, Writing - 17, Speaking – 20)

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.