City University London
International Politics BSc (Hons)
City University London

Course modalities offered

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.

Overall student satisfaction
50 /100
45 total respondents
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

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
Median salary £27500 £29000 £40000
25-75 percentile range £24000 - £32000 £25500 - £38000 £31000 - £50500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Economics

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £27715 £27758 £35844
25-75 percentile range £23440 - £32465 £21680 - £36020 £26019 - £47995

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.

Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations.

Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.

Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.

Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route.

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

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

Assessment is by coursework (assessed essays and assignments), and final year project.

Grading Distribution

Students of the course received the following grades

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

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)

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study International Politics, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees International Politics BSc (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
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

    • #26 
    • #151 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #39 
    • #351 
    Social Sciences
    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

undergraduates:
11620
postgraduates:
4690
Total:
16310
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