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Course starts:

September 2027

Location:

London, Bloomsbury

International Social and Political Studies BA

Prepare for an international career through this course, which blends humanities and social sciences with language learning. Through the International Social and Political Studies BA, you will gain expertise in a social science or humanities specialism, fluency in a language and spend a year studying at one of our partner universities abroad. You will graduate from this course with skills that can be applied to careers in financial services, education, media, international development and government.

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Key information

Study mode

Full-time

Duration

4 academic years

Fees (2027/28)

UK students: £10,050 per year

International: £33,300 per year

Application deadlines

13 January 2027. Applications close at 6pm UK time.

Applications may stay open after this UCAS Equal Consideration deadline, please check UCAS for details.

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Department

European and International Social and Political Studies

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Entry requirements

A levels

IB Diploma

Other qualifications

Subjects

A humanities or social science subject (or Mathematics) preferred. Mathematics at A* required for full Economics specialism if chosen. Spanish at A grade required if it is to be studied as major language.

English Language at grade B or 6 and Mathematics at grade C or 4

Contextual offer

A*AB OR AAB

At least two A level subjects should be taken from UCL's list of preferred A level subjects.

A total of 19 points in three higher level subjects, with no higher level score below 5. Higher level subjects to include Spanish B at grade 6 if this is to be studied as a major language. A humanities or social science subject (or Mathematics) is preferred. Mathematics at grade 7 at higher level is required for the full Economics specialism, if chosen. The programme will accept either ‘Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches’ or ‘Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation’ at higher level.

A total of 17 in three higher level subjects, with no higher level score below 5. Higher level subjects to include Spanish B at grade 6 if this is to be studied as a major language. A humanities or social science subject (or Mathematics) at higher level is normally a requirement. Mathematics at grade 7 at higher level is required for the full Economics specialism, if chosen. The programme will accept either ‘Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches’ or ‘Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation’ at higher level.

UK applicants qualifications

For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, choose your qualification from the list below:

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Access to HE Diploma

BTEC National Diploma

Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects

Scottish Advanced Highers

T Levels

UAL Extended Diploma

Pass in Access to HE Diploma, with a minimum of 36 credits at Distinction and 9 credits at Merit, all from Level 3 units. Please note, where subject specific requirements are stipulated at A level we may review your Access to HE syllabus to ensure you meet the subject specific requirements prior to a final decision being communicated.

Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.

A1,A,A at Advanced Highers (or A1,A at Advanced Higher and A,A,A at Higher). Humanities, Social Science or Mathematics preferred. Mathematics at A1 required for full Economics specialism if chosen. Spanish required at grade A if one of these is to be studied as a major language. Other language requirements may apply depending on the campus chosen.

International applicants qualifications

Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website.

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Argentina

Australia

Azerbaijan

Bangladesh

Barbados

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Botswana

Bulgaria

Cambodia

Cameroon

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Colombia

Costa Rica

Cyprus (Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities)

Czech Republic

Dominican Republic

El Salvador

European Baccalaureate

Guatemala

Honduras

Hong Kong (SAR)

Indonesia

Kazakhstan

Liechtenstein

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Macau (SAR)

Madagascar

Malaysia

Mauritius

Montenegro

Mozambique

Netherlands

New Zealand

Nicaragua

North Macedonia

Pakistan

Palestine

Paraguay

Philippines

Portugal

Saudi Arabia

Singapore

Slovakia

Slovenia

South Africa

South Korea

Sri Lanka

Swaziland

Switzerland

Taiwan (Republic of China)

Tajikistan

Tanzania

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Turkey (including Turkish sector of Cyprus)

Turkmenistan

United Arab Emirates (UAE)

United States of America

Uzbekistan

Venezuela

Zimbabwe

HKDSE: Award of Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with level 5 in English Language and Mathematics (compulsory unit). Level 5* will be required in one elective subject, and 5 in 2 further elective subjects.

HKDSE (where Mathematics required at A Level): Award of Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with level 5 in English Language and 5* in Mathematics (compulsory unit). Algebra and Calculus extended element will be required along with two further elective subjects at Level 5*,5,5.

HKDSE (where Maths A* required at A Level): Award of Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with level 5 in English Language and 5* in Mathematics (compulsory unit). Level 5* Algebra and Calculus extended element plus two further elective subjects at Level 5.

Subject requirements

Please see A levels for subject requirements. Where A* is required at A Level, Level 5* will be required in the individual HKDSE subject; for A, Level 5 will be required in the HKDSE; and for B, Level 5 will be required in the HKDSE.

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Additional entry tests

Online Admissions Test (TST)

Applicants to this course must also take an assessment test as part of the admissions process. The TST is an online test, which means no travel to London is required. We offer test dates once per month in October, November, December, January and February. Further information about the TST is available on our website. You can register for the test and select your test date on our website. A small number of outstanding students may be eligible for admission without the test.

English language requirements

The English language level for this programme is: Level 4

Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and test providers can be found on our English language requirements page.

A variety of English language programmes are offered at the UCL Centre for Languages and International Education.

Access and Widening Participation

UCL is committed to widening access to higher education. Access UCL is our contextual offer scheme for applicants from groups that are underrepresented at UCL. We assess your eligibility for Access UCL based on the information contained within your UCAS application. We review and update our Access UCL eligibility criteria and datasets every year, so please check the requirements for the year you plan to apply.

Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates (UPC) - UCL's International Foundation Year

The Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates (UPC) - UCL's International Foundation Year - are for international students who have completed high school with a qualification UCL does not accept for undergraduate entry.

For more information see: ucl.ac.uk/upc.

About this course

Prepare for an international career through this course that blends humanities and social sciences with language learning.

First and Second Year

Introductory modules in the first year allow you to develop a foundation in your chosen area of specialism and lay the foundation for your language study.

Your modules will fall into three groupings: 1) interdisciplinary core modules and skills training 2) specialism modules in your discipline 3) language and culture modules in your chosen language.

The interdisciplinary first year core module provides insights into a range of academic disciplines and encourages you to engage critically with competing analytical perspectives and learn about the research methods and tools of those disciplines. You will typically also take modules in quantitative or qualitative research skills as appropriate for your specialism.

Specialisms

In your first and second year, you will select introductory and foundational modules in your chosen specialism:

Economics (full Economics or Element of Economics)

European Politics

Geography

International Relations

Philosophy

Political Theory

Qualitative Data Science

Languages

Alongside this, you will undertake language study, selecting and focusing on one major language. You can choose from:

Japanese

Mandarin

Portuguese

Spanish (A Level required)

Most languages can be studied ab initio, with the exception of Spanish. In some cases, we can accommodate students who have basic skills in a language already. However, you should not select a language they are already fluent in.

Year Abroad

The third year of your studies is spent abroad at one of our partner institutions in Europe, Canada, the Middle East, Latin America, China/Taiwan or Japan. We aim to send students to countries where their major language is spoken. However, this may depend on geopolitical circumstances, other circumstances and availability. This may not be possible in all cases. In some cases, students will go on exchanges to language schools or universities in other destinations that offer excellent courses in their chosen language.

Final Year Dissertation

In your final year, you return to UCL to continue with advanced modules in your language and your humanities/social science subject, and also write your dissertation under the supervision of a member of staff.

Who this course is for

We are seeking applicants who are intellectually curious, up to date on current affairs and passionate about learning about other countries with different languages and cultures. They appreciate the flexibility of our courses, and are able to work independently in a demanding, interdisciplinary academic environment.

Course structure

Year One

You will take 30–45 credits in the language department, 45–60 credits in a humanities or social science specialism and the 30-credit first year core module ESPS0001: Introduction to History, Law, Politics and Philosophy.

Year Two

You will take 45 credits in the language department, 60 credits in your humanities or social science specialism and 15 credits of additional options language or specialism.

You will take modules at your host university and complete preparatory tasks for your dissertation.

Final Year

You will take 15–30 credits in the language department depending on your choice of language , 30 credits for the dissertation and 60–75 credits in your humanities or social science specialism. The dissertation is not compulsory for those on the full Economics specialism.

In each year of your degree you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year. Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken. The balance of compulsory and optional modules varies from programme to programme and year to year. A 30-credit module is considered equivalent to 15 credits in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).

Please note that the list of compulsory modules given here is indicative. Up to 10 optional modules per year are displayed for this course: this may not be the full range of optional modules available for selection. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability is subject to change. Modules that are in use for the current academic year are linked for further information. Where no link is present, further information is not yet available. For more detail regarding module availability, please contact the department.

Compulsory modules

Introduction to History, Law, Politics and Philosophy (ESPS0001)

Optional modules

Economics (ECON0002)

Introduction to Mathematics for Economics (ECON0006)

History of Economic Thought (ECON0008)

Basic Microeconomic Concepts (ECON0011)

Microeconomics (ECON0013)

Macroeconomic Theory and Policy (ECON0016)

An Introduction to Applied Economic Analysis (ECON0044)

Political Economy (ESPS0015)

Why Democracy? Justifications, Critiques and Contemporary Challenges (ESPS0022)

Global Politics (ESPS0032)

Children, Families and Education in Modern China, 1890-present (EDPS0250)

Law and Governance in Contemporary China (ESPS0009)

Revolution and Reform in China's Long 20th Century (ESPS0034)

Politics of Japan (ESPS0040)

Politics of East Asia (ESPS0041)

Introduction to Chinese Culture, Language and Society (ESPS0046)

An Introduction to Literary Theory (FREN0009)

The Medieval Period (FREN0010)

The Renaissance Period (FREN0011)

ESPS Year Abroad Assessment (ESPS0011)

Institutional Transcript (ESPS0012)

Dissertation (ESPS0029)

Understanding Cities and their Spatial Cultures (BASC0010)

Migration and Health (BASC0011)

Urban Inequalities and Global Development (BASC0018)

Sustainable Energy (BASC0028)

Critical Race Theory (BASC0032)

Disability, Chronic Illness and Neurodivergence in the Contemporary Society (BASC0039)

Power, Politics and Infrastructure (BASC0046)

Urban Form and Formation (BPLN0085)

At the Crossroads of Europe: Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg in the 20th and 21st Centuries (DUTC0006)

Multiculturalism and Identity (DUTC0008)

Teaching and learning methods

Your formal timetable will involve a programme of lectures, seminars and tutorials. As well as the core modules and modules designed specifically for students on this course, you will choose options in other departments according to your area of specialisation. This gives you access to a range of teaching approaches from across UCL. Some modules may include field trips.

Every student will be allocated a personal tutor who will advise them on academic matters during regular meetings.

Fieldwork and placement information

We do not have any department-organised work placements. However, the department works with alumni to communicate opportunities arising, works with UCL Careers and also has an excellent track record of placing students in the UCL European Institute internship scheme.

Some modules have a fieldwork component. These are clearly marked on the catalogue and any additional costs are communicated to student in a timely fashion.

Types of assessment

Your work will be assessed by a variety of means, which may include written and oral examinations, coursework and presentations.

Typical contact hours and hours of self-directed study

Typical weekly contact hours vary depending on the year of study and on the choice of language and specialism. As a general rule, students spend between 10–20 hours per week in class. Approximately 50% of your time is spent in lectures and 50% in seminars or tutorials. Students typically dedicate 15–20 hours per week to independent study.

Accessibility

The department will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities, including those with long-term health conditions, neurodivergence, learning differences and mental health conditions. This list is not exhaustive. If you are unsure of your eligibility for reasonable adjustments at UCL, please contact Student Support and Wellbeing Services.

Reasonable adjustments are implemented on a case-by-case basis. With the student's consent, reasonable adjustments are considered by UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services, and where required, in collaboration with the respective department.

Details of the accessibility of UCL buildings can be obtained from AccessAble. Further information about support available can be obtained from UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services.

For more information about the department and accessibility arrangements for your course, please contact the department.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees by study mode for UK and international students.

UK students

Full time

UK undergraduate fees for 2027/28 are subject to parliamentary approval and are for the first year only. Fees for subsequent years may be subject to increase: Student Terms and Conditions. UK fees are in line with the Government announcement on fee cap increases.

International undergraduate students benefit from a cohort guarantee unless indicated below, meaning that their tuition fees will not increase during the course of the programme, but UCL reserves the right to increase tuition fees to reflect any sums (including levies, taxes, or similar financial charges) that UCL is required to pay any governmental authority in connection with tuition fees.

International fees shown are the fees that will be charged to 2027/28 entrants.

Full details of UCL's tuition fees, tuition fee policy and potential increases to fees can be found on the UCL Students website.

Additional costs

The department strives to keep additional costs low. Books and journal articles are usually available via the UCL library (hard copies or via e-journal subscriptions).

There are no course-specific costs for this course apart from those associated with study abroad (i.e. flights, accommodation and maintenance costs). The cost of studying abroad can be difficult to predict as it will depend on your priorities and choices. There is more information available on the UCL Study Abroad website.

Some optional modules, such as those with a fieldwork component, may include additional costs. The department will endeavour to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds by covering some of these costs.

For in-person teaching, UCL's main teaching locations are in zones 1 (Bloomsbury) and zones 2/3 (UCL East). The cost of a monthly 18+ Oyster travel card for zones 1–2 is £119.90. This price was published by TfL in 2026. For more information on additional costs for prospective students and the cost of living in London, please view our estimated cost of essential expenditure at UCL's cost of living guide. If you are concerned by potential additional costs for books, equipment, etc., please get in touch with the relevant departmental contact (details given on this page).

Further funding

Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships and bursaries. UK students whose household income falls below a certain level may also be eligible for a non-repayable bursary or for certain scholarships. Please see the Fees and funding pages for more details.

Why study this course at UCL?

Prepare for an international career through this course that blends humanities and social sciences with language learning. Through the International Social and Political Studies BA, you’ll gain fluency in a language and spend a year studying at one of our partner universities abroad. You will graduate from this course with skills that can be applied to careers in financial services, education, media, international development and government.

Our courses provide the wide-ranging employability of graduates from PPE or international relations courses, but with the added maturity and resilience from a year abroad, and the advantage of fluency in a foreign language, essential for anyone seeking a career in an international context, and increasingly valuable for the financial sector or media posts.

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What this course will give you

Graduate destinations

According to the Graduate Outcomes surveys, graduates from UCL’s European and International Social and Political Studies department have gone on to work in a range of industry sectors including: Charities, NGOs and international development (10.9%), Teaching or other educational activities (10.9%), Policy and Government (8.6%) and Banking and investment (7%). Employers of recent graduates from the course include: Deloitte LLP, European Parliament, French Embassy, PwC and the UK Government. Some continue to postgraduate study.*

*Graduate Outcomes Survey carried out by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), looking at the destinations of UK and EU graduates in the 2017–2023 cohorts.

Graduate attributes

Our graduates have wide-ranging employability. Graduates of the International Social and Political Studies BA course will gain the following skills: Strong analytical skills and the ability to critically evaluate global political and social issues from interdisciplinary perspectives. Advanced research abilities, including independent project design and execution. Proficiency in academic writing, argumentation, and public speaking. High-level competence in a major foreign language and cross-cultural communication. Effective project management, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

What our alumni say

Studying such a diverse course has allowed me to discover what I felt truly passionate about and gave me an insight into the various ways I could incorporate this into my career.

Csenge Lipovits

European Social and Political Studies BA 2023

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How to apply

Application for admission should be made through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). Applicants currently at school or college will be provided with advice on the process; however, applicants who have left school or who are based outside the United Kingdom may obtain information directly from UCAS.

There are approximately 50 places on the BA International Social and Political Studies course.

You should state clearly on your UCAS application which language you wish to study as your major language. Further information about the languages offered and their specific requirements can be found on our website.

There is a two-stage selection process for this course. The first is based on your UCAS application, which we use to select candidates for the second stage, our online admissions test.

Applicants to this course must take an assessment test as part of the admissions process. The TST is an online test, which means no travel to London is required.

We offer test dates once per month in October, November, December, January and February. Further information about the TST is available on our website. You can register for the test and select your test date on our website. A small number of outstanding students may be eligible for admission without the test.

Selection

For further information on UCL's selection process see: How we assess your application.

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Course starts: September 2027

UCAS applications open for 2027 entry on 12 May 2026.

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