BSc Politics and International Relations

Duration

3 year

Awarding Body

University of London

Academic Direction

LSE, UCL, Queen Mary University of London, SOAS University of London and King's College London

Delivery

Full-time/Physical

Intake

March/July/Sep

Programme Overview

The BSc Politics and International Relations programme at RIC delves into global political systems and international dynamics. You’ll study units such as International Relations Theory, Comparative Politics, Poverty and Development, Foreign Policy Analysis, and Democracy. This programme prepares you for careers as policy analysts, diplomats, international consultants, and political advisers, equipping graduates for impactful roles in government, NGOs, international organisations, and academia.

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Entry Requirements

  • Applicant must hold at least 5 A – C grades at Ordinary Level, and 3 A – E grades at Advanced Level or equivalent
  • This should include Ordinary Level Mathematics grade C or equivalent
  • Pass the internal Admission Test and interview

Programme Structure & Course Modules

First Year Course Units

  • IR1198 International Relations: Theories, Concepts, and Debates
  • PS1130 Introduction to International Political Thought OR PS1172 Introduction to Political Science
  • PS1172 Introduction to Political Science OR IR1034 World History since 1945
  • DV1171 Introduction to International Development

Second Year Course Units

  • IR2209 International Political Theory OR IR2085 International
  • IR2085 International Organisations OR IR2214 Foreign Policy Analysis
  • PS2082 Comparative Politics
  • PS3086 Democracy: Transition, Consolidation and Backsliding

Third Year Course Units

  • Any 300 level IR course from Recommended optional courses
  • Any 300 level IR course from Recommended optional courses
  • Any 200 or 300 level DV or IR course from Recommended optional courses
  • Any course from Recommended optional courses

Recommended optional courses

  • IR3140 Security in International Relations
  • IR3210 International Political Economy
  • DV2192 Poverty and Development
  • DV3165 Development Management
  • IR2209 International Political Theory
  • IR2214 Foreign Policy Analysis

Graduate entry route comprises 9 full courses (or equivalent)

Career Opportunities

  • Policy Analyst
  • Political Consultant
  • Human Rights Advocate
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • International Relations Specialist
  • Development Adviser
  • Government Relations Specialist
  • Diplomat

*This list is non-exhaustive

FAQ

What is the ranking of the University of London (UoL)?

Since the University of London is a consortium – as association of many Universities, you need to look at the rankings of individual universities if you are looking for the ranking of UoL. The rankings for each of the Universities provide a good measure of the kind of degree you are embarking upon, its recognistion, capabilities of graduates and alumni as well as the up-to-date curriculum etc.

 

If the student has a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university (acceptable to UoL), one year exemption is given, that is, 3 modules are exempted as follows: 

  • UoL encourages Graduate Entry students to pace themselves when following this route – ideally 3 years (3 modules per year = 9 modules). 
  • A two-year pathway is retained for GE students who pass all four modules in their first year of study and at the first attempt in the May/June assessments. In case a student fails at least one module in their first attempt. the degree gets extended to 3 years. 
 
No exemptions are currently provided for any other professional qualifications other than for a bachelor’s degree in any field.

Changes to the vocational stage of training for solicitors and barristers have been introduced. The following websites should be consulted for updates: The Law Society – https://www.lawsociety.org.uk/career-advice/becoming-a-solicitor/

Solicitors Regulations Authority – https://www.sra.org.uk/

You will find most of the details in the RIC website, the RIC prospectus as well as in the prospectus of the University of London as well:

You need to complete the examinations that will be held by the Sri Lanka Law College. Further information can be found in this Gazette Notification found in the Sri Lanka Law College website. If you need further clarifications, you can contact the Chief Academic Coordinator – LLB at RIC. ([email protected]) 

Sri Lanka Law College – http://www.sllc.ac.lk/