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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Politics and International Relations
Bristol, UWE
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Politics and International Relations course at Bristol, UWE.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
No specific subjects required. Points from A-Level General Studies and AS-Level subjects (not taken onto full A-Level) can be included towards overall tariff. You must have a minimum of two A-Levels.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Bristol, UWE. These students are taking Politics and International Relations or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Government and Politics | B |
| History | C |
| Sociology | C |
| Geography | C |
| Psychology | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L290
Here's what Bristol, UWE says about its Politics and International Relations course.
BA(Hons) Politics and International Relations at UWE Bristol is an applied, future-focused course, which emphasises the importance of theory, policy, and practice in political and global affairs.
Why study politics and international relations? Politics and International Relations at UWE Bristol doesn't just prepare you for the world as it is; it empowers you to imagine what it could be. You'll have space for critical thinking, reflection, and real-world problem-solving, helping you engage with the changes you want to see and how you can help make them happen.
You'll gain a unique set of skills on this course, which can lead you to confidently pursue exciting career opportunities, both inside and outside the political world.
Why UWE Bristol? Our teaching is inclusive by design, creating a welcoming and supportive community where everyone feels safe and respected. Our team of active researchers and experts provides a dynamic curriculum that covers various perspectives, helping us become informed and active citizens ready to tackle future political and social challenges.
You'll study a variety of modules which cover important subject areas such as human rights, gender and sexuality, ethics, race, religion, global governance, foreign policy, international security, and public policy. The modules emphasise applying theoretical knowledge to practical solutions for local, national, and global challenges. One module is accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM).
Our passionate teaching team uses lectures, workshops, and hands-on activities like role plays, debates, and policy analysis, supported by modern technology. Classes are designed to enhance your academic, writing, and presentation skills, fostering independent and critical thinking.
We're proud to offer the prestigious Parliamentary Studies optional module, approved by the Houses of Parliament and co-taught by university tutors and Parliament officials. This module provides detailed knowledge of Parliament's workings and includes visits to Westminster.
Where can it take me? Politics and International Relations graduates are in demand across a wide range of professions and many of our graduates have secured employment in government, the civil service, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), accountancy, human resources, media and journalism.
Many of our graduates also choose to deepen their skills and knowledge and get involved in research or education, or specialise further with postgraduate study.
Source: Bristol, UWE
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Politics and International Relations at Bristol, UWE.
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2 course options available.
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
School of Social Sciences
Location
Frenchay Campus | Bristol
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Sandwich
Subjects
• Politics
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Bristol, UWE student reviews
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Anything is useless indeed in this university!
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Awful, step away from this university and choose any other university.
3rd year
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8 months ago
They took my money for nothing, they don’t help or support students by any means! They help you poorly as if you’re begging from them!!!! As if you’re not paying for studying!!
3rd year
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8 months ago
It’s a shame to call this an educational institution for students.
3rd year
Architecture
8 months ago
This university is a disgrace. Instead of dealing with it properly, UWE turned on me. They accused me of making up the story during Stage One of the complaint process, and Stage Two has been dragged out endlessly without any resolution. Worse, I was treated badly after speaking up. I faced retalia...
3rd year
Architecture
8 months ago
This university is a disgrace. Instead of dealing with it properly, UWE turned on me. They accused me of making up the story during Stage One of the complaint process, and Stage Two has been dragged out endlessly without any resolution. Worse, I was treated badly after speaking up. I faced retalia...
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Bristol, UWE
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Bristol, UWE students who took the Politics and International Relations course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
89%
med
Teaching on my course
89%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
80%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
98%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
89%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
91%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
86%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
93%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
77%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
91%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
80%
med
Assessment and feedback
85%
high
Assessment and feedback
85%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
82%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
93%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
77%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
84%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
89%
high
Academic support
86%
low
Academic support
86%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
91%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
82%
low
Organisation and management
90%
high
Organisation and management
90%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
90%
high
How well organised is your course?
91%
high
Learning resources
92%
med
Learning resources
92%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
92%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
91%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
90%
med
Student voice
83%
high
Student voice
83%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
70%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
84%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
93%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
58%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
89%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
76%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Bristol, UWE. These students are taking Politics and International Relations or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Bristol, UWE graduates who took Politics and International Relations - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
40%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
65%
Say it fits with future plans
55%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
30%
Administrative occupations
15%
Business and public service associate professionals
15%
Elementary occupations
5%
Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Bristol, UWE graduates who took Politics and International Relations - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£22.3k
First year after graduation
£27k
Third year after graduation
£30.3k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Politics and International Relations.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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