Program Overview

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Global Affairs, Politics and International Relations with Economics BSc (Hons)

Overview

Embark on a transformative educational journey with our degree in Global Affairs, Politics, and International Relations with Economics. This multidisciplinary course, offered at our Exton Park site, is designed to equip you with an in-depth understanding of the complex interplay between global politics, international relations, and economic principles.

Study Options

• Full-Time, Part-Time (BA) at Exton Park, Chester
• Full-Time with Foundation Year (BSc) at Exton Park, Chester

Level

• Undergraduate

UCAS Code

• L2L1

UCAS Points

• 112

Start Date

• Oct 2025, Oct 2026

Duration

• 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time

Location

• Exton Park, Chester

UK Fees

• £9,535 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)

International Fees

• £14,450 per year for a full-time course* (2025/26)

Course Leader

• Dr Suzanne Francis

Level

• Undergraduate

UCAS Code

• L2LF

UCAS Points

• 72

Start Date

• Oct 2025, Oct 2026

Duration

• 4 years

Location

• Exton Park, Chester

UK Fees

• £5,760 for the first foundation year, then £9,535 per annum for the following years (2025/26)

International Fees

• £10,750 for the first foundation year, then £14,450 per annum for the following years (2025/26)

Course Leader

• Dr Suzanne Francis

Course Summary

This course is designed to equip you with an in-depth understanding of the complex interplay between global politics, international relations, and economic principles. You will explore key topics such as international trade, global financial systems, economic development, and the impact of economic policies on global affairs.

Modules

Year 1

• Discovering Global Affairs: The World Past and Present (40 Credits) Core
• The Big Questions (20 Credits) Core
• Governance, Media and State (20 Credits) Core
• Global Economic Thought (20 Credits) Core
• Making Sense of Political Ideas (20 Credits) Option
• Language options (20 Credits) Option

Year 2

• International Trade, Power and Diplomacy (20 Credits) Core
• Fundamental Economics: Micro and Macro (20 Credits) Core
• Introductory Econometrics (20 Credits) Core
• Beyond the West: Geo-Politics in Context (20 Credits) Core
• Experiential Learning: Researcher, Practitioner and Professional Development (40 Credits) Option
• Work Placement (40 Credits) Option
• Language options (40 Credits) Option

Year 3

• Deconstructing the International Political Economy (20 Credits) Core
• Environmental Economics (20 Credits) Core
• Development Economics (20 Credits) Core
• Global Political Communication (20 Credits) Core
• Major Independent Project in Global Affairs (40 Credits) Core

How You'll Learn

• This course is designed around in-person study
• There may be some online learning activities
• You will be assessed in a variety of ways
• Curriculum developed to match workforce priorities

Study A Common First Year

This course shares a common first year with students on the Global Affairs, Politics & International Relations pathway.

Entry Requirements

• Home Students: UCAS points - 112 points
• International Students: UCAS points - 72 points
• Foundation Year: UCAS points - 72 points

Fees and Funding

• Home Students: £9,535 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)
• International Students: £14,450 per year for a full-time course* (2025/26)
• Foundation Year: £5,760 for the first foundation year, then £9,535 per annum for the following years (2025/26)

Who You'll Learn From

• Dr Michael Francis
• Dr Rachel Massey
• Dr Wasiu Are
• Dr Meng Tong
• Dr Suzanne Francis
• Dr Mark Bendall

Where You'll Study

• Exton Park, Chester

Your Future

• Job Prospects: International Development, Economic Policy Analysis, Diplomacy and Foreign Service, Global Finance, International Trade and Commerce, Consulting, Research and Academia, Non-Profit Sector, International Journalism, Public Sector
• Careers Service: The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences.