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International Politics and Sociology

Course details
  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Clerkenwell Campus

Course summary

This degree offers a broad understanding of these two complementary subjects, with a special focus on how the local and the global relate to each other.

You will study topics such as culture, identity, class, international political theory, and the global political economy.

You will learn about how specific actors and institutions emerge, how ideas shape global politics, and how social dynamics affect us all. You will explore the organisation of contemporary societies and the structures that define our everyday lives.

You will benefit from the degree in the following ways:

  • Develop transferable skills in the analysis, interpretation and production of social data, including sought-after data literacy and quantitative skills

  • Gain knowledge and expertise for a future career in politics, policy making, the civil service or government

  • Become a critical thinker with an in-depth understanding of the complex interplay of local and global forces

  • Benefit from our central location in a global city, close to national political institutions and organisations, and with access to a wide range of internship opportunities

  • Boost your employability with an optional placement year.

Modules

You can find extensive information about the modules you can expect to study on this course on our website:
https://www.city.ac.uk/prospective-students/courses/undergraduate/international-politics-and-sociology

Assessment method

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

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

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.

Application codes

Course code:
LL23
Institution code:
C60
Campus name:
Clerkenwell Campus
Campus Code:
C

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 120 points

120 tariff points from combination of acceptable level 3 qualifications (eg. BTEC diploma and BTEC extended certificate) equivalent to three full A Levels.

A level - BBB

A Level General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies are not accepted.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM

Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits

A typical offer for an Access applicant would be: Pass 60 credits overall including at least 45 at Level 3, with no less than 24 Level 3 credits at distinction and any remaining Level 3 credits no lower than merit. A minimum of grade C / grade 4 in GCSE English Language and Mathematics.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 points

A minimum of 4 in SL mathematics and 5 in English will be required.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

A minimum of 4/C in each of GCSE English language and mathematics.

T Level - M

All pathways accepted.

English language requirements

IELTS with 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any sub-test.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

City, University of London uses contextual admissions to take into account varying individual circumstances and institutional barriers faced by applicants during the application process.

Learn more on the City St George's, University of London website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 3 other politics courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

98% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9535Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535Year 1
Scotland£9535Year 1
Wales£9535Year 1
International£21900Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

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