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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For students who want an initial foundation year before progressing through the named degree, subject to progression requirements.
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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
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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Funding and support
FUNDING AWAITING CONFIRMATION
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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.
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.
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.