The University of Nottingham
International Relations and Asian Studies BA (Hons)
The University of Nottingham

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 235 graduates of International Relations and Asian Studies BA (Hons) and other courses in Politics & International Relations at The University of Nottingham for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Politics & International Relations.

Overall student satisfaction
74 /100
235 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Politics & International Relations

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Politics & International Relations 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 £26000 £29500 £37500
25-75 percentile range £24000 - £31500 £24000 - £36500 £30500 - £50500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Politics & International Relations

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25569 £24512 £30227
25-75 percentile range £21916 - £30222 £18948 - £31085 £22793 - £40479

Course Description

How will the West adapt to the growth of Asia’s economic and political influence on global affairs? How might this shift in power affect the world order? How will relationships between Asia and the West evolve?

Our BA International Relations and Asian Studies will give you insights into the latest political and international relations developments within Asia and between Asia and the rest of the world. You will study key themes such as the evolution of the Asian continent and the complex challenges of global politics. Teaching is underpinned by the work of our Asia Research Institute, which addresses the major political, social and economic challenges of the region.

You’ll be fully immersed in the culture of the region when you spend your second year studying at either our China or Malaysia campus. Through a range of optional modules, you can tailor your degree to your interests and career goals in areas such as environmental governance, security, the media, and social and global justice.

You will graduate with specialist knowledge and the transferable skills and confidence you need to stand out to employers as you start your career.

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 Relations and Asian Studies BA (Hons) at The University of Nottingham

26% Managers, directors and senior officials
13% Teaching Professionals
10% Administrative occupations
8% Information Technology Professionals
7% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
5% Finance Professionals
3% Business and public service associate professionals
3% Elementary occupations
3% Managers, directors and senior officials
2% Skilled trades occupations

Grading Distribution

Students of the course received the following grades

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Qualification requirements

BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: DD plus A Level English at grade B. Preferred:- Performing Arts, Art & Design, Digital Film and Video Production,Business IT, Applied Science,Sport, Sport and Exercise Science

The Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the A Level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.

European Baccalaureate - 80% Overall

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 6.5

6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any element

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

Costs

Tuition Fees International Relations and Asian Studies BA (Hons)

Channel Islands £9250 year 1
EU £20500 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
International £20500 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

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 The University of Nottingham in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of The University of Nottingham in related subject specific rankings.

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #12 
    • #83 
    Social Sciences
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #21 
    • #126 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]

See all 29 university rankings of The University of Nottingham

About The University of Nottingham

The University of Nottingham is a government funded research university based in Nottingham, England. Their aim is to become global leaders in education and research, cultivating a culture of curiosity and ambition. The university’s main campus is located approximately half an hour’s bus ride away from Nottingham city centre, which gives students the peace and quiet they need to study while not removing them completely from metropolitan comforts.

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Student composition of The University of Nottingham

undergraduates:
27810
postgraduates:
7620
Total:
35430
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Where is this programme taught

University Park Campus
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