International Relations and Modern Language

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Politics, Philosophy and Area StudiesBA (Hons) International Relations and Modern Language

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AwardDegree of Bachelor of Arts

UCAS Course CodeLT29

Typical OfferABB

Contextual OfferBBC

Course Length4 years

Course Start DateSeptember 2027

Other Start DatesSelect a start dateSeptember 2025September 2026View Course

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Other Start DatesSelect a start dateSeptember 2025September 2026View CourseStatutory Information

UEA is ranked 5th overall for research quality in Area StudiesTimes Higher Education REF 2021 Analysis

In the UK for International RelationsGuardian University Guide 2025

Of graduates go on to work and/or study within 15 months after the courseGraduate Outcome Survey 2020

Course Overview

Why BA International Relations and Modern Language at UEA?

Gain deep insight into global politics while achieving advanced fluency in French, Spanish, or Japanese. Learn through research-led, small-group teaching that builds strong analytical and communication skills. Combine this with a transformative year abroad and a welcoming international campus community.

Why choose us

Expert teachers: Learn from internationally recognised scholars in security, nuclear politics, and the Indo-Pacific

International experience: Study or work at selected partner institutions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas

Language Portfolio: Build high-level skills in French, Spanish, or Japanese, from beginner to advanced study

What is BA International Relations and Modern Language?

Gain a deeper understanding of global politics through rigorous analysis and advanced linguistic fluency. Explore power, conflict, and cooperation while developing strong skills in language, culture, and communication.

Your third year abroad will deepen your language fluency and cultural understanding through study or approved work placements. You’ll study at carefully selected partner institutions with dedicated academic and pastoral support.

You’ll graduate with strong analytical skills and professional multilingual communication skills. These abilities will prepare you for careers in diplomacy, journalism, NGOs, and global business.

At UEA, our international outlook ensures your studies engage directly with today’s global challenges.

Politics and International Relations at UEA

Find out more about studying Politics and International Relations at UEA, and browse our other courses.Find out more

Year Abroad

If your chosen language is French and Spanish, you’ll spend your third year abroad at a partner university, or in a work placement, or both. If your chosen language is Japanese, you’ll study at a partner university in Japan. This will be an excellent opportunity to develop your knowledge of a particular country and culture.

For further details, check out study abroad.

Career Pathways

With a BA International Relations and Modern Language degree, you could develop a career as a:

Diplomat: Represent your country abroad, negotiating agreements and managing international relationships

Foreign Correspondent: Report on global politics and international events for news organisations

International Development Officer: Manage humanitarian or development projects for NGOs and global charities

Civil Service Policy Advisor: Advise government departments on foreign affairs, trade, or international policy

International Business Consultant: Help companies navigate global markets using regional knowledge and language skills

Career Support

From day one, Career Central provides personalised guidance through one-to-one appointments with professional careers advisers. Targeted networking events connect you directly with alumni in your sector. A dedicated employability director within the school helps you secure internships, placements, and graduate-level roles. You retain full access to Career Central's services for three years after graduation, including mentoring and job listings.

After the Course

Recent graduates have joined the UN, EU, NATO, and UK Civil Service, and leading NGOs and media organisations. Your combination of analytical expertise and professional multilingual skills sets you apart in a competitive global job market. Many graduates choose to deepen their specialisation through postgraduate study, including UEA's own MA International Relations.

Study and Modules

Year 1Year 2Year AbroadYear 4

Structure

In your first year, you’re introduced to the big questions and debates that define International Relations, from why wars happen to how global cooperation is possible. You’ll explore different ways of thinking about world politics - such as liberal, critical, and feminist approaches - and begin to analyse contemporary issues like security, global inequality, migration, and the rise of new powers. Alongside this, you’ll build your chosen language through small-group classes focused on speaking, listening, reading, and writing, so that using the language becomes part of your everyday academic life.

Compulsory Modules

UNDERSTANDING POLITICS TODAY: APPROACHES, ISSUES AND CASE STUDIES

POWER, (DIS)ORDER & SECURITY: UNDERSTANDING GLOBAL POLITICS 1

GLOBALISATION, GOVERNANCE AND JUSTICE: UNDERSTANDING GLOBAL POLITICS 2

WORLDBUILDING: INTERNATIONAL SYSTEMS THROUGHOUT HISTORY

FRENCH YEAR 1 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

SPANISH YEAR 1 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

JAPANESE YEAR 1 (SPRING SEMESTER)

FRENCH YEAR 1 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

SPANISH YEAR 1 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

JAPANESE YEAR 1 (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.

In your second year, you’ll deepen your grasp of International Relations theory and methods, learning how to compare arguments, evaluate evidence, and design your own research questions. You’ll start to tailor the degree to your interests by studying issues or regions that excite you most, such as Latin America, the United States, Europe, or the Asia-Pacific. At the same time, you’ll move into more advanced language work, engaging with authentic texts, films, and media that sharpen both your linguistic skills and your cultural understanding. This combination prepares you to make the most of your upcoming year abroad.

ANALYSING INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS: FROM REALISM TO POSTCOLONIALISM

SPANISH YEAR 2 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

JAPANESE YEAR 2 (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

JAPANESE YEAR 2 (SPRING SEMESTER)

FRENCH YEAR 2 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

FRENCH YEAR 2 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

SPANISH YEAR 2 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

Optional A Modules (Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 20)

LATIN AMERICA AND THE WORLD

INTRODUCTION TO DATA ANALYSIS FOR POLITICS AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

GENDER AND POWER

COOPERATION AND CRISIS: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE EUROPEAN UNION

DIGITAL MEDIA AND SOCIETY

WESTERN POLITICAL THOUGHT

Optional B Modules (Min Credits: 20, Max Credits: 40)

MEDIA, GLOBALISATION AND CULTURE

POLITICAL VIOLENCE & CONFLICT: THEORETICAL PERSPECTIVES

PIR SEMESTER ABROAD MODULE

POWER, WEALTH AND NATIONS: GLOBAL POLITICAL ECONOMY

POST-APARTHEID: SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS TODAY

STATES, INSTITUTIONS AND CITIZENS

INTERNATIONAL SECURITY

THE POWER PARADOX: AUTHORITY, FREEDOM, AND CONFLICT IN MODERN SOCIETY

ENVIRONMENTAL THINKING FOR SECOND YEARS

THE MEDIA AND IDENTITY

Optional C Modules (Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 20)

SLAVERY IN THE USA, 1619-1865

POLITICS IN THE USA

U.S. EMPIRE

LGBT AND BEYOND: SEXUAL CULTURES, QUEER IDENTITIES, AND THE POLITICS OF DESIRE

Optional D Modules (Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 20)

VISIONARIES: LOCAL THINKERS, GLOBAL CHANGEMAKERS

SOUTH ASIAN DEVELOPMENT

PUBLIC INTERNATIONAL LAW

AMERICA IN THE WORLD: THE HISTORY OF U.S. FOREIGN RELATIONS

ARTS AND HUMANITIES PLACEMENT MODULE

Your third year is spent living, studying, or working in one or two countries where your degree language or languages are spoken. Depending on your language combination and entry level, you may divide the year between two countries or focus on the country of your weaker language, with tailored academic guidance to help you maintain and strengthen both. You must normally spend at least seven months on approved activities abroad, gaining fluency, confidence, and genuine intercultural experience that transform your final year and your CV.

LCS YEAR ABROAD MODULE

In your final year back at UEA, you’ll bring everything together. You’ll work much more independently, writing an individual dissertation or group research project on a topic you choose, under close supervision from an academic specialist. You’ll also take advanced options in politics, international relations, and language that align with your emerging interests and career plans. There are opportunities to integrate internships or work-related learning, and you’ll benefit from targeted employability support and events as you prepare for graduate roles or postgraduate study.

DISSERTATION OR RESEARCH PROJECT IN POLITICS AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

JAPANESE YEAR 3 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

JAPANESE YEAR 3 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

FRENCH YEAR 3 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

SPANISH YEAR 3 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

FRENCH YEAR 3 HONOURS (SPRING SEMESTER)

SPANISH YEAR 3 HONOURS (AUTUMN SEMESTER)

Optional A Modules (Min Credits: 20, Max Credits: 50)

DISTRIBUTIVE JUSTICE

POLITICS AND POPULAR CULTURE

BETTER WORLDS? UTOPIAS AND DYSTOPIAS

DATA, POLITICS AND SOCIETY

PARLIAMENTARY STUDIES

POLITICS AND FOREIGN POLICY OF THE INDO-PACIFIC

Optional B Modules (Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 20)

MULTICULTURALISM

WEAPONS OF WAR

RHETORIC: DEMOCRACY AND THE POLITICS OF PERSUASION

GREENING THE WORLD: THE POLITICS OF ENERGY AND CLIMATE CHANGE

CAPITALISM AND ITS CRITICS

POLITICAL JOURNALISM

ACTIVIST CAMPAIGNING

Optional C Modules (Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 30)

BLACK INTERNATIONALISM

WE'RE HERE, WE'RE QUEER: GLOBAL SEXUALITIES AND CONTEMPORARY QUEER CULTURES

THE FIRST WORLD WAR: A NEW HISTORY

CAMPS IN HISTORY AND MEMORY: THE 20TH CENTURY IN DETENTIONS, MIGRATIONS, AND EXPLOITATION

GRAND STRATEGY

US INTERVENTIONISM, THE CIA AND COVERT ACTION

CRIME AND PUNISHMENT: A HISTORY OF AMERICAN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Teaching and Learning, and Assessment

Teaching and Learning

Teaching combines interactive lectures, small-group seminars, and practical learning designed to develop your confidence and critical thinking. You’ll learn from research‑active academics who bring contemporary global issues into your classes. We support your learning through discussion‑based teaching, problem‑solving tasks, and opportunities to apply theory to real cases. Our approach ensures you build analytical and professional skills throughout your degree.

In year one, you’ll be introduced to core concepts through structured teaching that supports your transition to university study. Seminars help you develop discussion skills and apply theories to real political issues.

Year two teaching develops your analytical independence through theory-led classes and research methods training. Workshops strengthen your ability to evaluate evidence and design academic projects.

In year three, if you’re studying French or Spanish, you’ll have the option of taking up a teaching assistantship in Europe, or a work placement, or doing voluntary work in an NGO, or studying at one of our many partner universities. If you’re studying French, you’ll also have the opportunity to apply to attend the prestigious Faculté de Traduction et d’Interprétation in Geneva or the Institut de Management et de Communication Interculturels (ISIT) in Paris. If you’re studying Japanese, you’ll spend your time abroad studying at one of our Japanese partner universities.

Back at UEA for year four, you’ll work more independently while receiving close supervision on your research project. Advanced modules use specialist teaching that connects academic research with contemporary global challenges.

Assessment

Assessment is varied to help you develop strong academic and professional skills. You’ll complete essays, policy briefs, case studies, and presentations across the degree. Assessments are designed to test your analytical ability, communication skills, and understanding of global issues. Support is available through feedback, academic skills workshops, and supervisor guidance.

Year one assessments introduce academic writing and evidence‑based arguments. Tasks help you build confidence in presenting ideas clearly.

In year two, you’ll complete more analytical assessments, including research methods tasks and thematic essays. Assignments strengthen your ability to interpret data and evaluate complex global issues.

In year three, you'll spend a year abroad. You must pass your year abroad, but your final degree classification depends on your marks from your second and final years.

In year four, you’ll produce an independent research project with specialist guidance. Advanced modules include applied assessments that reflect real-world professional tasks.

Entry Requirements

UKInternational

This course is open to

UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.

We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.

You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.

Language Entry Levels

You can start this course from beginner's level, from post-GCSE level or equivalent, as well as from A-Level or equivalent - the course is tailored to meet your level.

Native and Near-native Speakers

Native or near-native speakers can also apply for the French and/or Spanish degree programmes, but please note that the programme followed will be different from the one advertised. It is not possible to undertake a Japanese degree if you are a native or near-native speaker of Japanese.

English and Mathematics

All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C.

In place of Mathematics GCSE we can also consider Functional Skills Level 2 Mathematics.

We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies(opens in a new window) page.

Additional GCSE Requirements

We also require GCSE grade 5 or B in any Modern Language, or equivalent qualification.

Contextual Offers

UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes(opens in a new window).

Typical UK Entry Requirements

A levels

Contextual offer: BBC

Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM

Contextual offer: DMM

Combinations of BTEC and A levels

Access to HE Diploma

Access to Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway. Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3

Contextual Offer: Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and pass in 15 credits at Level 3.

T levels

Obtain an overall Merit. We accept: Any subject is acceptable.

Foundation Year options:

If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of our Foundation Year programmes such as - BA Modern Language with a Foundation Year(opens in a new window)

Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements

International Baccalaureate

32 points overall

Irish Leaving Certificate

3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3

Scottish Highers

Scottish Advanced Highers

BCC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable

Deferred Entry

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.

Admissions Policy

Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.

Progression

Once enrolled onto a course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.

Typical International Entry Requirements

We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students(opens in a new window).

UEA International Study Centre

If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, UEA International Study Centre(opens in a new window) offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree.

English Foreign Language

Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):

IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)

We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies(opens in a new window) for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.

Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.

If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, UEA International Study Centre offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:

English language at UEA International Study Centre(opens in a new window)

Book a visit to discover more

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2027/28 are:

UK Students: £10,050

International Students: £24,250

We estimate living expenses at £1,171 per month.

Further Information on tuition fees can be found here(opens in a new window).

Scholarships and Bursaries

We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships(opens in a new window) for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.

Course Related Costs

Please see additional course fees for details of course-related costs.

How to Apply

Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.

UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.

Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started. (opens in a new window)

Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.

The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.

View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information:

How to apply through UCAS(opens in a new window)

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