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BA Politics and International Relations with foundation year

University of Roehampton

Investigate power, international affairs and the forces shaping public decisions. Develop research and critical argument for policy, advocacy and public-service careers.

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Choose this course
01

Is this for you?

For students who want an initial foundation year before progressing through the named degree, subject to progression requirements.

02

What you will learn

Published modules

Selected published modules. Options and availability may change between intakes.

  • Academic Skills and Communication (foundation students only)Foundation
  • Data Analysis and Research SkillsFoundation
  • Crime, Law and SocietyFoundation
  • Introduction to Social SciencesFoundation
  • Studying in Social Sciences
  • Political Concepts: Ideas in Context
  • Understanding Global Politics
  • Adventures in Research Methods
  • Comparative Politics
  • Research Project
  • Democracy and Justice
  • Multispecies Politics

Put it into practice

Illustrative examples based on these subjects; assessed activities are confirmed by the provider.

  • Illustrative example: Write a short briefing on a fictional international crisis, comparing actors, interests and possible policy responses.
Subject areas

Subject guidance. The exact curriculum for this course variant needs confirmation with the provider.

Politics and powerInternational affairsSocial research
03

Explore your career potential

Gross annual figures. Region and source are shown for each occupation.

Indicative occupational salaries, not guaranteed earnings after this course.

Civil Service executive officer

Related career

Deliver public services and support government policy and operations.

Starting out
£30,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£45,000

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Social researcher

Related career

Investigate social questions with qualitative and quantitative research.

Starting out
Not published
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
Not published

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Intelligence analyst

Additional training or accreditation required

Assess information and risks to support investigations and decisions.

Starting out
£27,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£55,000

How to get there: Pass role-specific recruitment, vetting and employer training; check nationality, residency, fitness and security-clearance conditions where applicable.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Newspaper or magazine journalist

Related career

Research and report accurate stories for print and digital audiences.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£45,000

How to get there: Build a role-specific portfolio, practical credits and relevant placement or freelance experience; recruitment is competitive and income can vary by assignment.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Broadcast journalist

Related career

Research and present news for broadcast and digital audiences.

Starting out
£27,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000

How to get there: Build a role-specific portfolio, practical credits and relevant placement or freelance experience; recruitment is competitive and income can vary by assignment.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Public relations officer

Related career

Manage communication and relationships with media and audiences.

Starting out
£22,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Charity fundraiser

Related career

Build donor relationships and raise resources for charitable work.

Starting out
£23,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£36,000

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Community development worker

Related career

Works with communities to improve services and opportunities.

Starting out
£22,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£36,000

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Housing officer

Related career

Manage tenancies and help residents resolve housing problems.

Starting out
£23,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£35,000

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Immigration officer

Additional training or accreditation required

Assess immigration cases and apply relevant entry and residence rules.

Starting out
£30,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£44,000

How to get there: Pass role-specific recruitment, vetting and employer training; check nationality, residency, fitness and security-clearance conditions where applicable.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Paralegal

Related career

Support legal research, case preparation and client documentation.

Starting out
£20,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Human resources officer

Related career

Support recruitment, employee relations and people policies.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Market research executive

Related career

Research customer behaviour and turn findings into business insight.

Starting out
£20,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£36,000

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Business analyst

Related career

Investigate business needs and recommend improvements to systems and processes.

Starting out
£23,000
UK median (2025)
£53,295
Experienced
£55,000
How to read the median

Median for SOC 2431: management consultants and business analysts. It is not exclusive to business analysts; IT business analysis has a different classification. Covers different career stages; this is not starting pay or a course outcome. The sample requires more than one year in the same job and excludes self-employment.

ONS · ASHE 2025

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Corporate responsibility and sustainability practitioner

Related career

Develop responsible business practices and sustainability initiatives.

Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000

How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Data analyst-statistician

Related career

Analyse datasets and communicate findings for evidence-based decisions.

Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000

How to get there: Demonstrate the role’s specific software, quantitative or technical skills through practical projects; additional specialist training may be needed beyond this curriculum.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Secondary school teacher

Additional training or accreditation required

Secondary school teachers teach children from 11 to 16, or up to 19 in schools with sixth forms.

Starting out
£34,000
UK median (2025)
£47,632
Experienced
£53,000
How to read the median

Median for SOC 2313: secondary education teaching professionals. It includes different experience levels. Covers different career stages; this is not starting pay or a course outcome. The sample requires more than one year in the same job and excludes self-employment.

ONS · ASHE 2025

How to get there: Complete the appropriate teacher-training/QTS route and school placements; subject and age-range requirements apply, with additional SEND expertise for specialist teaching.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Further education lecturer

Additional training or accreditation required

Teach academic or vocational subjects in further education.

Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£47,000

How to get there: Build relevant subject or industry expertise and complete appropriate further-education teacher training; employers assess teaching experience and safeguarding.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Higher education lecturer

Additional training or accreditation required

Teach university students and contribute to academic research.

Starting out
£37,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000

How to get there: Develop postgraduate subject expertise, usually a doctorate or equivalent professional standing, teaching experience and a competitive research/practice record; a taught master’s alone is not sufficient.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21

Writer

Related career

Develop original texts and work with publishers, clients or audiences.

Starting out
Not published
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
Not published

How to get there: Build a role-specific portfolio, practical credits and relevant placement or freelance experience; recruitment is competitive and income can vary by assignment.

Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21
04

Study options and entry

Availability checked: 04/11/2026, 07:31

Campus, mode and intake
London · On Campus · please enquire
Duration
To be confirmed
Published tuition fee
£9,790 / year
Awarding university
University of Roehampton
Entry requirements and routes

Level 3 64 UCAS Points

English language

ELLT test, No english test for On-site Level 3 holders.

Interview or assessment

No Interview

Classes and attendance

2-3 days a week on campus, 9 am to 3pm

05

Funding and support

FUNDING AWAITING CONFIRMATION

CalmaLink needs to check this course’s funding before confirming it to you.

Student Finance England

Tuition fees: To be confirmed

Maintenance: To be confirmed

Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you. If the course has not been confirmed as LLE-funded, check it with us.

For courses starting before 1 January 2027, the Tuition Fee Loan has no upper age limit. If you are 60 or over at the start of the first academic year, eligible full-time living-cost support is up to £4,582 in 2026/27, depending on household income.

Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you.

Previous study does not rule you out: it depends on what you studied, whether you received UK funding and the course. We review it with you.

Student Finance England makes the decision. We help you check. Official source

Course funding does not guarantee individual approval or a particular amount.

Funding source
Attendance and English

To receive a Maintenance Loan you normally need regular in-person classes during the week. A course offering only weekend attendance does not normally meet these requirements. Before enrolling, confirm the timetable and any applicable exceptions with the provider and Student Finance England.

The provider will check that you meet the English requirements for this course, whether you are a Home or international student. Declaring your level does not replace their assessment.

Read the official attendance guidance

Roehampton’s Disability and Dyslexia Service explicitly supports autistic students and other disabilities. Confidential appointments can discuss individual adjustments; evidence and eligibility may be required. Contact disabilities@roehampton.ac.uk before study or placements.

Sources and review

Academic information reviewed: 2026-10-21

Catalogue availability and curriculum/salary evidence are checked on separate dates.

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