International Politics and Sociology BSc (Hons)

    International Politics and Sociology BSc (Hons)

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 29,942 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    International Politics and Sociology BSc (Hons)

    About

    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 this 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.

    This joint honours degree combines key sociological and political perspectives. You will develop an understanding of local, national and global social relations, identities and structures. You will also gain sophisticated critical thinking skills, analytical ability and data literacy that are highly valuable in a range of careers.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • Saudi Arabia

      Thanawaya (General Secondary Education Certificate) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

      Visa requirements

      International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

      • Students on courses of more than six months
      • Students on courses of less than six months

      For more information see our main Visa page.

      International foundation courses

      Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider an international foundation course as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London works in partnership with INTO City and Kaplan International College London to offer foundation courses for international students.

    English Program Requirements

    If your first language is not English, we will require evidence of English language proficiency. Minimum requirements are:

    IELTS:
    6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each component

    PTE Academic: 59 overall with a minimum of 59 in each component.

    English language programmes

    Don’t meet the English language requirements? INTO City, University of London offers English language programmes to help prepare you for study at university. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for entry to degree courses.

    Career

    You will develop analytical and critical thinking skills alongside an expert insight into the global political landscape. This expertise is transferable and highly sought-after in a range of careers.

    You will be well suited to a wide range of career options, including:

    • the Civil Service
    • NGOs
    • journalism
    • teaching and education
    • international organisations
    • the corporate sector.

    Recent employers include:

    • The Conservative Party
    • The Department for Business
    • ESA Market Research
    • The London Borough of Islington.

    Placements

    As a student on this course you can choose to undertake a work placement for one year between your second and third years. The degree awarded is a BSc (Hons) International Politics and Sociology with Integrated Professional Training.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    29,942 / year
    International Politics and Sociology BSc (Hons)
    City, University of London
    City, University of London
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, London

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