International Relations and Politics with Foundation Year BA
The foundation year to this degree is carefully designed to build your confidence in your abilities, develop essential academic and study skills, and provide the subject specific knowledge essential for success.

Entry requirements
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Foundation year
The foundation year of the programme provides people with non-standard entry qualifications, with thorough and supportive academic preparation for successful degree level study in the School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations.
On successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to International Relations and Politics BA.
Programme length
Foundation Year: One year full time.
Levels 1-3: Three years full time in the School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations.
Progression to the School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations
You will progress to the School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations after completing your foundation year, subject to meeting progression thresholds, which differ across courses and departments. These will be discussed with applicants at interview.