Politics and International Relations with Foundation Year

This is a 4 year degree course. Please ensure that when you apply for this course you choose Point of entry 1 in your UCAS Hub.

The BA in Politics and International Relations at the University of Wolverhampton offers a dynamic, engaging, and career-relevant degree for students who want to understand — and influence — the political forces shaping today’s world. Our programme is built on the conviction that politics is everywhere: not only in parliaments and global summits, but in everyday life — in our communities, economies, media, and international relationships. We provide a vibrant learning environment grounded in scholarly excellence, open dialogue, and critical inquiry.

A distinctive strength of the programme lies in its global and regional expertise, giving students the opportunity to explore politics beyond the UK and Europe. The programme offers particularly strong coverage of Asian politics, with in-depth study of South Asia and East Asia, helping students develop nuanced, regionally grounded perspectives on issues such as security, governance, economic change, and international cooperation.

Throughout the degree, we place strong emphasis on connecting political ideas to real-world challenges. Students will gain the theoretical tools needed to analyse global power, conflict, diplomacy, and international institutions, while also exploring how politics affects societies and communities closer to home. Assessment is designed to prepare students for both academic success and future careers. Alongside traditional essays and exams, students complete practical and creative assessments such as policy briefs, media analysis, and research projects, helping students build professional skills in communication, analysis, and digital literacy that are highly valued in today’s workplace.

Across all four years, the programme follows a clear and supportive learning journey, allowing you to steadily build expertise and confidence. By the time students graduate, they will have developed advanced skills in critical thinking, research, communication, problem-solving, and independent judgement — abilities that are highly sought after in careers across government, international organisations, NGOs, media, and the private sector.