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Bachelor of International Relations at Durham University is a 3-year BA (Hons) degree at City Campus in Durham. Study introduction to international relations, international security and organisation, perspectives of political economy, researching politics and international relations, international theory, and an international relations dissertation.
Study at a university with International Relations ranked #79 worldwide (QS World University Rankings by Subject) and #5 in the UK (Complete University Guide), with Durham University School of Government and International Affairs recognised among the leading international relations departments in the world.
Indicative total fees are £84,000 tuition with £0 application fee, with live GBP to MYR conversion in the fee breakdown below.
Entry requirements typically include A Levels AAA including a social science or humanities subject, UEC A2, A2, A2, A2, A2, STPM GPA 3.2 (out of 4.0), International Baccalaureate 36 points including a social sciences or humanities subject, and Other Qualifications on request. IELTS 6.5 overall with no component under 6.0 is required.
Career outcomes include international relations officer, diplomat, foreign service officer, policy analyst, political analyst, and international policy analyst roles across government, diplomacy, international organisations, and public sector employers in the UK and internationally.
Study at City Campus, Durham. Plan to apply at least three months before your September course start.
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Durham University ranks #79 worldwide for Politics and International Studies in QS World University Rankings by Subject and #5 in the UK for Politics and International Relations in the Complete University Guide, with international relations training at the City Campus in Durham.
Durham University ranks 10th in the UK in the Financial Times European Business School rankings — reflecting Durham’s broader academic excellence and strong graduate employability across the UK and Europe.
Durham ranks 22nd in the world for Masters in Supply Chain Management — underlining the university’s international reputation for research excellence and graduate outcomes connected to international relations and professional career pathways.
Durham University Business School ranks 9th in the world for the Financial Times Online MBA — reflecting Durham’s standing as a world-leading research university with strong industry connections at Durham.
Study at City Campus in Durham — a historic university city in North East England, home to Durham University’s collegiate community and School of Government and International Affairs. Study international relations in a world-renowned setting with strong links to diplomacy, international organisations, government, and public sector employers across the UK.
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Core fees are shown in British pounds (GBP). Ringgit (MYR) equivalents use a live GBP/MYR rate. Figures are illustrative only. Durham University typically reviews international tuition each year; expect an estimated 5–10% annual increase — always use the latest official tuition on your offer or fee schedule.
Indicative totals above are not a quote. Tuition and related fees follow Durham University’s current published schedule for your intake year. For scholarships, contact us. MYR equivalents use the live rate shown above.
The Bachelor of International Relations is completed over 3 years of full-time study at City Campus, Durham, with September intake. Expand each year for core modules.
Year one at Durham City Campus builds core international relations through introduction to international relations, international security interdependence and organisation, perspectives of political economy, and researching politics and international relations. You develop foundational knowledge of the international system, global security, intergovernmental organisation, political economy, and qualitative and quantitative research methods while building analytical, argumentative, and writing skills for professional diplomacy careers. Teaching links theory to Durham University School of Government and International Affairs research strengths and prepares you for international theory and international organisation modules in year two.
Year two develops applied international relations study through a research project, international theory, and international organisation. You apply critical reasoning, comparative analysis, and evidence-based international relations theory to global security, diplomacy, and international governance problems while building research and professional skills for foreign service and policy roles. Teaching links theory to Durham University research in international security, political economy, and global governance and prepares you for your dissertation in year three.
Year three completes your international relations degree through a substantial dissertation on a topic of your choosing under academic supervision, alongside optional advanced international relations modules. You undertake independent research consolidating analytical, argumentative, and writing skills developed across years one and two. Graduates are prepared for international relations officer, diplomat, foreign service officer, policy analyst, political analyst, and international policy analyst roles across government, diplomacy, international organisations, and public sector employers in the UK and internationally.
Durham University offers a September intake for this degree at City Campus. Plan to apply at least 3 months before your classes start.
Exact dates vary by year; apply early to secure your place, arrange your UK student visa, and organise accommodation. Confirm with Durham University or our advisors.
Start your UK student visa once you have your offer. We guide timeline and documents.
Official source: Intake dates are set by Durham University and may change.
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