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Politics, International Studies and Global Sustainable Development

  • BASc (Hon)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 28/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
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2026-2027
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Course summary

Studying BASc Politics, International Studies (PAIS) and Global Sustainable Development (GSD) enables you to take part in the critical analysis of political ideas in an international context. This degree will equip you with the theoretical foundations upon which you can build analysis of issue-based problems.

Global sustainable development requires a global political dialogue.

Understanding key political concepts, ideologies, and practices of national and international governments is essential for providing solutions for sustainable development. This course considers testing questions such as:

  • Why do states marginalise human rights in place of geopolitical aims?

  • Why has water and food security become a critical foreign policy concern for governments?

  • Why does political gridlock frequently emerge in discussions on climate change?

You will seek to answer these questions, combining theoretical and analytical approaches from Politics with the transdisciplinary approach of GSD.

By studying GSD, you will confront issues from a diverse array of perspectives. You will need to be ready to think creatively and embrace new opinions from your peers from across the world. We will challenge you to become an active participant in your own learning.

You can enhance your skills and studies through optional work placements, study abroad, and certificates.

Ways to study this course

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Study options

  • BASc (Hon) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 28/09/2026

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14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
L2L8
Institution code:
W20
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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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:
L2L8
Institution code:
W20
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAA

You will also need to achieve grade C/4 in English Language and C/4 in Mathematics at GCSE.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 36 points

You will also need to achieve grade C/4 in English Language and C/4 in Mathematics at GCSE or equivalent.

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We are committed to making a high-quality and challenging university education available to all students who are capable of benefiting from it. Our contextual offer approach considers educational and individual context to provide a rounded understanding of academic potential and achievement, ensuring we fully consider talented applicants from all backgrounds. We may make differential ‘contextual’ offers to applicants based in the UK if they meet certain eligibility criteria.

Learn more on the University of Warwick website

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9535*Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535*Year 1
Scotland£9535*Year 1
Wales£9535*Year 1
Channel Islands£9535*Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9535*Year 1

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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

Home fees are provisional pending government confirmation of fee levels for 2026/27.

Islands fees are set at the level of Home fees so are also provisional pending government confirmation of fee levels for 2026/27.

International (including EU) fees vary depending on course. Fee levels have not yet been set for 2026/27 but will be published on our website once confirmed:
https://warwick.ac.uk/services/finance/studentfinance/fees/overseasfees/

Students commencing with Warwick Business School on a Foundation Year or undertaking a Graduate Entry Medicine degree (MBChB) should refer to the following webpage for confirmation of their fees, which may differ from the rates listed above: https://warwick.ac.uk/services/finance/studentfinance/fees/

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