International Politics BSc (Hons)
City University London
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 45 graduates of International Politics BSc (Hons) at City University London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Economics.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Economics
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Economics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £27500 | £29000 | £40000 |
25-75 percentile range | £24000 - £32000 | £25500 - £38000 | £31000 - £50500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Economics
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £27715 | £27758 | £35844 |
25-75 percentile range | £23440 - £32465 | £21680 - £36020 | £26019 - £47995 |
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Course Description
This degree is for students who want to explore contemporary global issues and politics. You will deepen your understanding of the rapid social and political changes affecting the world. You will also develop strong analytical skills through our thought-provoking, forward-thinking curriculum. This degree enables you to understand global issues and actors in a time of fast-moving political and social change.
You will engage with important theoretical debates, exploring global political systems and how they are engaged in policy-making on issues like security, migration and social justice.
You will study diplomatic international relations between governments, as well as learning how intergovernmental organisations, transnational movements, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) international and multinationals influence global politics.
You will benefit from this degree in the following ways:
- Become a critical thinker with an in-depth understanding of the complex interplay of local and global forces
- Develop your analytical skills to examine and critically assess information
- Enjoy access to a wide range of internship opportunities thanks to our proximity and connections with national and international political organisations
- Boost your employability with an optional integrated professional training year or study abroad
- Study in a department with a strong international focus, approachable staff and close connections with practitioners in the policy world
- Gain knowledge and expertise for a career in politics, policy making, the Civil Service or government
- Lay the foundations for postgraduate study or research in international politics.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of International Politics BSc (Hons) at City University London
35% | Teaching Professionals |
35% | Protective service occupations |
10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Elementary occupations |
5% | |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Access to HE Diploma
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Costs
Tuition Fees International Politics BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £20860 | year 1 |
International | £20860 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in London
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of City University London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of City University London in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #26
- #151
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 26 October, 2022]
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- #39
- #351
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- Social Sciences
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 11 July, 2023]
See all 27 university rankings of City University London
About City University London
Founded in 1894, City University London (a.k.a. City) is located in Central London. Due to its location, City attracts students from around the world, and as a result offers a diverse campus culture. The facilities on-site have been developed with each student’s future work environment in mind. So Law students have access to simulation courts of law, and future Nurses can expect to make use of mock medical wards. Academics aside, being located in Central London means learners can get around quickly thanks to the numerous public transport options in the area.
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Student composition of City University London
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Total number of students enrolled at City University London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 11620
- postgraduates:
- 4690
- Total:
- 16310
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “International Politics”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Security and Intelligence (with a Placement Year) BSc (Hons) | Staffordshire University | - | - | - | £9250 | £16750 | - | Stoke-on-Trent | On campus Full-time | |
International Politics with Placement BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | 69% | 6% | 0% | £9250 | £17665 £19430 | 121 | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time | |
Global Politics (Including Year Abroad) BA (Hons) | University of Essex | - | - | - | £9250 | £20500 | - | Colchester | On campus Full-time | |
Security and Intelligence BSc (Hons) | Staffordshire University | - | - | - | £9250 | £16750 | - | Stoke-on-Trent | On campus Full-time | |
Security and Intelligence (with a Foundation Year) BA (Hons) | Staffordshire University | - | - | - | £9250 | £16750 | - | Stoke-on-Trent | On campus Full-time | |
Global Politics BA (Hons) | University of Exeter | - | - | - | £9250 | £23700 | - | Exeter | On campus Full-time | |
International Politics BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | 77% | 6% | 5% | £9250 | £17665 £19430 | 116 | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time | |
Counter Terrorism, Intelligence and Cybercrime (Dual Degree) BSc (Hons) | University of Portsmouth | - | - | - | £9250 | £18100 | - | Portsmouth | On campus Full-time | |
International Politics with French BA (Hons) | University of London | 62% | - | 10% | £9250 | £12000 | 142 | London | On campus Full-time | |
International Politics BA (Hons) | University of London | 62% | - | 15% | £9250 | £12000 | 131 | London | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 26 October, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 11 July, 2023