BA International Relations and Modern History

Why study International Relations and Modern History at University?

Looking at the contemporary world, two things are apparent. The first is that our world is increasingly one shaped, not by domestic politics, but by international politics and by the global connections between nations. The second is that the current state of our world and our societies is the product not of the moment, but of events and processes that have occurred over time. Studying International Relations and Modern History enables you to make sense of the new global order.

Why study International Relations and Modern History at UEA?

This is a new degree programme designed by academics in the Schools of History and Political, Social and International Studies at UEA. These two Schools which are known for the quality of their teaching and research have devised a programme in which you are able to trace both trends in, and theories of, international relations, while setting them in the context of modern history.

Your first year will consist of such units as Introduction to Modern History, Introduction to International Relations, Themes in Modern History, and Introduction to Contemporary Politics. These will provide the foundation to your degree.

In your second year you take International Politics since 1945 and choose from a range of options which may include: The Rise and Fall of British Power, The British Empire 1857-1956, Germany: From Nazism to New Nation, Politics in the USA. And in your final year, as well as selecting from units in history and politics and international relations, you write a dissertation which enables you to bring together the various aspects of your studies.

Studying at UEA is built around the idea of flexibility and student choice, and around an emphasis on teaching led by research. The degree in International Relations and Modern History is part of this tradition.

Course Organiser:Dr. Johan Franzen

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Entry Requirements A Level: ABB including Grade B in History International Baccalaureate: 32 including a score of 5 in Higher Level History Scottish Advanced Highers: ABB including Grade B in History Irish Leaving Certificate: AABBBB including Grade B in History Access Course: Please contact the university for further information. HND: Please contact the university for further information. European Baccalaureate: 75% including History Students for whom English is a Foreign language

We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading). Recognised English Language qualifications include:

• IELTS: 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in Reading and Writing with no less than 5.5 in any component)
• TOEFL: Internet-based score of 88 overall (minimum 20 in Reading and Speaking components, 19 in Writing component and 17 in Listening components.
• PTE: 62 overall (minimum 55 in Reading and Writing components with no less than 51 in any component).

If you do not meet the University's entry requirements, our INTO Language Learning Centre offers a range of university preparation courses to help you develop the high level of academic and English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study.

Interviews

The majority of candidates will not be called for an interview. However, for some students an interview will be requested. These are normally quite informal and generally cover topics such as your current studies, reasons for choosing the course and your personal interests and extra-curricular activities.

Gap Year

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year.

Deferred Entry

We welcome applications for deferred entry, believing that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry and may wish to contact the appropriate Admissions Office directly to discuss this further.

Intakes

The School's annual intake is in September of each year.

Alternative Qualifications

If you have alternative qualifications that have not been mentioned above, then please contact university directly for further information.

GCSE Offer

Students are required to have GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English Language at Grade C or above.

Assessment

For the majority of candidates the most important factors in assessing the application will be past and future achievement in examinations, academic interest in the subject being applied for, personal interest and extra-curricular activities and the confidential reference.

We consider applicants as individuals and accept students from a very wide range of educational backgrounds and spend time considering your application in order to reach an informed decision relating to your application. Typical offers are indicated above. Please note, there may be additional subject entry requirements specific to individual degree courses.

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The School of Political Social and International Studies (PSI) specialises in teaching and research in politics, international relations, media and culture.

We offer a wide range of courses that allow you to explore the politics of different countries and regions – for example, Russia, South-east Asia, the United States, Europe and Australia and, of course, the United Kingdom. You can learn about the key power-holders, about how parties compete to influence the public and how policies are made. Some of our students experience life in the lobby at first hand through the parliamentary internship scheme.

In the international arena there are modules dealing with security, terrorism, American foreign policy, fundamentalism, environmental issues and international players such as the United Nations. A module on the history of world politics since 1945 helps you understand how we arrived at 21st-century global patterns of power.

We offer a distinctive range of degrees specialising in media, culture and politics where topics covered may include mass media, political blogs, popular culture, new media, political marketing and 'practical media’, which enables students to make their own news documentary.

All our degrees give you opportunities to take modules from other UEA Schools which are selected to fit in with our degree programmes. Each degree includes the option of a 'free choice’ module taken from another School.

UniStats Information Fees and Funding University Fees and Financial Support: UK/EU Students

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University Fees and Financial Support: International Students

The University will be charging International students £11,700.00 for all full time School of Political, Social and International Studies undergraduate programmes which start in 2012.

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