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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Politics and International Relations

University of Greenwich

(3.8)
134 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Politics and International Relations course at University of Greenwich.

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Most popular A-levels studied

The Politics and International Relations course at University of Greenwich 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.

International relations
Politics
SubjectGrade
Government and PoliticsC
SociologyC
English LiteratureC
HistoryC
Religious StudiesC
SubjectGrade
Government and PoliticsC
HistoryC
SociologyC
English LiteratureC
Religious StudiesC
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: L293

Here's what University of Greenwich says about its Politics and International Relations course.

With so much going on in the world of politics, this is the ideal time to study our politics and international relations degree. The course will prepare you for roles in government and public service.

If you've ever wondered why people vote the way they do or why political systems differ, this degree in politics and international relations gives you the answers. You'll study international and comparative politics, government, and political theory. You'll also get the chance to study a language. In your final year, you may be offered a work placement in regional or local politics.

Popular careers for our politics and international relations graduates include public service, information and communications, teaching, and roles in central and local government.

What you should know about this course

  • You can specialise in Politics and International Relations and take options in other subjects

  • Our modules provide a suitable introduction to politics and the practical implementation of political activity

  • Explore development and political economy, liberalism and political thought, political conspiracies, and international relations and security

  • You can undertake a work placement in regional or local politics, such as at a London-based interest and pressure group, or even at the House of Commons

Source: University of Greenwich

Course details

There are a few options in how you might study Politics and International Relations at University of Greenwich.

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3 course options available.

Qualification

Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Department

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Location

University of Greenwich (Greenwich Campus) | London

Duration

6 Years

Study mode

Part-time

Subjects

• International relations

• Politics

Start date

September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,790 per year
Scotland£9,790 per year
Wales£9,790 per year
Northern Ireland£9,790 per year
Channel Islands£9,790 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,790 per year
EU£17,975 per year
International£17,975 per year

The modules you will study

All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.

How you will be assessed

Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.

University of Greenwich student reviews

(3.8)
Based on 134 reviews from University of Greenwich's students and alumni
5 star
31%
4 star
37%
3 star
17%
2 star
11%
1 star
4%
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GSU aren't very diverse. In the GSU elections, there were only 5 women out of 25 candidates. This is a huge issue

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OK. Greenwich has a Spoons so thats cool but Avery Hill is a little bit farther and the greenwich bus service is free which is good but yeah

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University life

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The course did not feel like it was worth the money. Neither did the accommodation really.

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It was okay. Not the best, maybe the worst? The course definitely needs to improve. I regret studying here. Should've chose a better uni for speech therapy for sure.

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Accommodation is okay -- can be noisy, unclean and campus isn't always safe. There have been a few incidents that have happened at this campus. (Avery Hill Campus)

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This course is based at the Avery Hill Campus. Unfortunately I have had a very bad experience so far. Unfortunately, the course is consistently performing below expected student expectations.

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Greenwich

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 Greenwich students who took the Politics and International Relations course - or another course in the same subject area.

Politics

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

88%

high

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

100%

high

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

98%

high

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

95%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

90%

high

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

100%

high

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

91%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

97%

high

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

93%

high

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

95%

high

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

90%

high

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

84%

high

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

86%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

95%

high

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

90%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

98%

high

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

95%

high

How well organised is your course?

95%

high

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

84%

med

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?

92%

high

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

87%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

95%

high

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

95%

high

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

92%

high

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

84%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

94%

high

Student information

The Politics and International Relations course at University of Greenwich 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.

International relations
Politics
Mode of study
Full-time93%Part-time7%
Gender ratio
Female62%Male38%
Where students come from
International26%UK74%
Student performance
2:1 or above68%
Number of students180
Mode of study
Full-time92%Part-time8%
Gender ratio
Female57%Male42%Other1%
Where students come from
International23%UK77%
Student performance
2:1 or above54%
Number of students170
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of Greenwich graduates who took Politics and International Relations - or another course in the same subject area.

Social sciences

Graduate statistics

61%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

86%

In work, study or other activity

65%

Say it fits with future plans

41%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

11%

Welfare and housing associate professionals

10%

Administrative occupations

10%

Business and public service associate professionals

9%

Sales occupations

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Greenwich graduates who took Politics and International Relations - or another course in the same subject area.

Politics

Earnings

£23.7k

First year after graduation

£24.5k

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.

Source: LEO

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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