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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year
University of East Anglia
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year course at University of East Anglia.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,B
Contextual offer: BCC
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| International | £23,100 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L20P
Here's what University of East Anglia says about its International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year course.
Overview
Our BA International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year degree offers a powerful combination of academic understanding and professional experience in addressing today's most pressing global challenges.
Politics examines how power operates within societies—how governments function, decisions are made, and citizens shape their communities. International Relations explores interactions between nations, global institutions, and transnational movements. Together, these disciplines provide complementary perspectives on issues that cross borders, from climate change to security threats.
You'll study with specialists at the forefront of both fields, exploring political systems across major global powers including the United States, European Union, China and India. You'll investigate the causes of conflicts, potential resolutions, and how media influences political outcomes at all levels. Your studies will engage with profound questions about human rights, democratic participation, and global responsibilities. You’ll have a wealth of opportunities to gain first-hand experience of your subject too, whether through our regular politics visiting speaker events or the chance to experience the working of parliament first-hand.
What distinguishes this programme is your placement year—a nine to twelve-month immersion in a relevant organisation of your choice. Whether working in government, an NGO, think-tank, or international body, you'll transform theoretical knowledge into practical skills while gaining insights no classroom can replicate. This real-world experience provides a significant advantage in today's competitive job market. Throughout your degree, both your personal adviser and our dedicated career specialists will help you secure the right placement to advance your specific interests and develop professional networks.
Our graduates thrive across diverse sectors, equipped with a powerful combination of analytical thinking, cross-cultural understanding, and hands-on experience that employers highly value.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
Source: University of East Anglia
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
School of Politics, Philosophy and Area Studies
Location
Main Site | Norwich
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• International relations
• Politics
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
University of East Anglia reviews
Showing 108 reviews
Unknown year
Overall id say that the inversity is okay, the course is good however the lectuerers arent the best and often times lectures feel quite pointless. Things cost a lot here too, with the laundrette and shop being very overpriced making it hard to budget money easily. However, the camous looks quite nic...
1 year ago
Foundation year student
The student union are there all the time and are very supportive. They practically run the university and make it seem amazing. They run events almost every day and week and make the uni thrive.
1 year ago
Foundation year student
I havenu2019t had any issues but theyu2019re supportive and available when u need them
1 year ago
Foundation year student
Accommodation is definitely good and like a hotel. The library is open 24/7 and the campus kitchen has very good food. My room is amazing I opted for en suite room which is better than others. We share a kitchen which is ok as it can get dirty quickly. But other than that all is good
1 year ago
Foundation year student
My course is pretty relaxing at the moment as it contains a foundation year. Itu2019s pretty easy as it sets you into the basics of computer science. The lectures are easy to understand and follow the workload is manageable and you get support where itu2019s needed
1 year ago
Foundation year student
My university was very welcoming and my lecturers were very supportive. I am part of 3 societies. Islamic, badminton and Malayali Society. Iu2019ve really enjoyed going to university in Norwich and getting used to living here has been a challenge but interesting.
1 year ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores
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 University of East Anglia students who took the International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
84%
low
Teaching on my course
84%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
72%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
97%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
84%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
82%
low
Learning opportunities
73%
low
Learning opportunities
73%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
82%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
69%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
64%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
86%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
65%
low
Assessment and feedback
79%
med
Assessment and feedback
79%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
78%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
91%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
73%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
81%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
75%
med
Academic support
91%
med
Academic support
91%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
93%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
89%
med
Organisation and management
78%
med
Organisation and management
78%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
76%
low
How well organised is your course?
79%
med
Learning resources
84%
low
Learning resources
84%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
78%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
93%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
84%
low
Student voice
70%
low
Student voice
70%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
43%
low
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?
84%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
61%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
69%
low
Student information
The International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year course at University of East Anglia features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Government and Politics | B | |||||
| History | B | |||||
| Economics | B | |||||
| Psychology | B | |||||
| Sociology | B | |||||
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Government and Politics | B | |||||
| History | C | |||||
| Economics | B | |||||
| Sociology | B | |||||
| Psychology | C | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of East Anglia graduates who took International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
56%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
86%
In work, study or other activity
55%
Say it fits with future plans
35%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
17%
Business and public service associate professionals
16%
Administrative occupations
8%
Welfare and housing associate professionals
7%
Elementary occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of East Anglia graduates who took International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£23k
First year after graduation
£31k
Third year after graduation
£31.8k
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 International Relations and Politics with a Placement Year.
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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