A level Typical offer
AAA or A*ABAAA or A*AB in three A levels.
If you are taking a GCE A level in a science subject, you will need to pass any separate science practical endorsement.
Politics and International Relations BSc (Hons)
3 years, starting in September 2020
This course is closed to applications for September 2020 entry.
Gain a solid grounding in politics, whilst developing your understanding of global developments, ideology and international history.
On this course, you will develop your knowledge and analytical skills to understand politics at the local, domestic, regional and international levels. The integrated study of politics and international relations allows you to tailor your degree to suit your interests.
In the first year, you’ll study British politics, international political economy, comparative politics and international relations.
During the second year, you will delve into further political analysis and theory. You will learn about research design and data analysis.
In your final year, you’ll write a dissertation and select optional units relating to your interests.
Teaching
You’ll learn from academics with expertise in contemporary politics. Their international collaborations and research activities feed into undergraduate teaching and contribute to your learning experience.
Careers
Our politics graduates are found in a wide range of public, private and voluntary sector jobs. Popular destinations are jobs in the banking and finance industries, the media, public administration, and national, European and international political institutions and organisations.
Recruiters include:
- Amazon
- American Chamber of Commerce to the EU
- Civil Service
- Interel
- KPMG
- Virgin Media
Many graduates have chosen to pursue an academic career with further study.
Course structure
This course lasts 3 years. It starts in September 2020 and ends in 2023. Welcome week starts on 21 September 2020.
Occasionally we make changes to our programmes in response to, for example, feedback from students, developments in research and the field of studies, and the requirements of accrediting bodies. You will be advised of any significant changes to the advertised programme, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.
Units
At Bath, our courses are made up of units of study. Compulsory units cover core concepts that you'll need to understand as part of your degree programme. Some of our courses also offer the opportunity for you to study optional units. These allow you to specialise in particular areas of knowledge that interest you.
As an undergraduate, you will be expected to take 60 credits (ECTS) in each academic year. These are usually split into 30 credits for each semester you study. Sixty credits are the equivalent of 1200 notional hours of study; this includes contact time with staff and your own independent learning.
Compulsory course units
These compulsory units are currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.
Optional course units
You can choose from a number of optional units in years 1, 2, and 3. Here are some examples of the units currently being studied by our students.
Learning and assessment
Assessment
Typical assessment breakdown
This average assessment breakdown is based on a typical choice of optional units. Your specific unit choices will determine the actual breakdown of assessment methods that you will experience.
% written exam
% practical exam
% coursework
| Year | Written Exam | Practical Exam | Coursework |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 42% | 0% | 58% |
| Year 2 | 30% | 0% | 70% |
| Year 3 | 15% | 0% | 85% |
Typical contact time breakdown
This average contact time breakdown is based on a typical choice of optional units. Scheduled learning and teaching may include: lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Your optional unit choices will determine your actual personal contact hours.
% time in scheduled learning and teaching
% time in independent study
% time in placement/year abroad
| Year | Scheduled | Independent | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 15% | 85% | 0% |
| Year 2 | 17% | 83% | 0% |
| Year 3 | 14% | 86% | 0% |
This information shows typical student contact time based on information from the 2016/17 academic year. For new courses, this information is based on a typical choice of optional units.
Entry requirements
Your application, especially your personal statement, should demonstrate your enthusiasm for politics or international relations. This might include relevant reading, involvement in political or debating societies, voluntary work for charities, or activism for a political party or an NGO.
You do not need to have studied Politics before to be suitable for this course, and your relevant experiences and interests are more important than which subjects you have previously studied.
We are aware that the context in which you are studying can have an impact on your ability to perform your best in exams and coursework, or limit which subjects or qualifications you are able to study at your school or college. We take this into careful consideration through our contextual admissions process.
Origin of qualifications
British qualifications
A level Alternative offer
AABMost of our students will join us with three A levels, but you may have study beyond this (such as a project qualification or additional study in maths) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers.
AAB in three A levels plus one of:
- grade A in an EPQ
- grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
- grade B in a Core Mathematics qualification
- grade B in AS level Mathematics or Statistics
If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer. If you are taking a GCE A level in a science subject, you will need to pass any separate science practical endorsement.
You can find out more about our alternative offers, including a complete list of qualifications we consider on our dedicated page.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Typical offer
36 points36 points overall and 6, 6, 6 or 7, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects.
BTEC RQF Typical offer
DDDDDD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) in a relevant subject area.
If we make you an offer, we may specify particular units in which you will need to achieve Distinctions.
See the ‘Combinations of qualifications’ section for information about combinations of A level and BTEC qualifications that we can consider.
BTEC QCF Typical offer
D*DDD*DD in a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) in a relevant subject area.
If we make you an offer, we may specify particular units in which you will need to achieve Distinctions.
See the ‘Combinations of qualifications’ section for information about combinations of A level and BTEC qualifications that we can consider.
Cambridge Pre-U Typical offer
D3, D3, D3 or D2, D3, M1D3, D3, D3 or D2, D3, M1 in three principal subjects.
Cambridge Pre-U Alternative offer
D3, D3, M1Most of our students will join us with three principal subjects, but you may have study beyond this (such as a Global Perspectives course or additional study in maths) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers.
**D3, D3, M1 in three principal subjects plus one of:
- grade M1 in Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives
- grade A in an EPQ
- grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
- grade B in a Core Mathematics qualification
If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer.
You can find out more about our alternative offers, including a complete list of qualifications we consider on our dedicated page.
Scottish Highers Typical offer
AA in Advanced HighersAA in two Advanced Highers.
We make offers based on Advanced Highers. You will typically be expected to have completed five Scottish Highers and your grades in these will be considered as part of your application. We prefer applicants who have achieved at least AAAAB in their Highers.
Access to HE Diploma Typical offer
36 credits at DistinctionA pass in the Access to HE Diploma with at least 36 credits achieved from units achieved at Distinction and 3 credits achieved at Merit or above.
Open University credits Typical offer
Pass units worth 120 credits including a minimum of a Pass 2 with 75% in a relevant Level 2 unit.
Typically, we would be looking for you to have studied units worth at least 120 credits, including at least 30 credits at Level 2. We would generally be looking for you to have taken relevant units in essay-based subjects. This information is a guide and we consider students applying with Open University Credits on a case-by-case basis. We will consider your application carefully and take note of any previous qualifications or relevant work experience. We may be able to consider alternative units to those listed. Please contact us to discuss your profile.
Taking OU credits may be counted as degree-level study by the Student Loans Company and therefore may be counted as previous study and have an impact on your ability to access student loans/grants for the entirety of your chosen degree. We recommend that you discuss this in detail with the SLC before following this progression route to the University of Bath.
Combinations of qualifications Typical offer
Your application will be considered individually based on the particular combination of qualifications and subjects that you are taking.
We can consider combinations of accepted qualifications, of which some common examples are:
- AA at A level plus D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate (RQF) or Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate (RQF)
- A at A level plus DD in the BTEC National Diploma (RQF)
- AA at A level plus D3 in a Pre-U principal subject
- AA at A level plus 6 in an IB Higher Level (HL) Certificate. While we do not consider the IB Careers Programme for entry, we are able to consider the combinations of components that are typically offered by this route, such as BTEC and IB HL Certificate combinations
- AA at A level, excluding Accounting, plus A in the LIBF Level 3 Diploma in Financial Studies (DipFS)
We can also consider combinations that are not listed and that do not include A levels. You should read the information about essential and preferred subjects and subject combinations. We cannot consider different qualifications in the same subject area.
GCSE requirements
GCSE English grade C or 4 (or equivalent from English language category C).
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Hungarian qualifications
Érettségi Bizonyítvány (Secondary Education Graduation Certificate)
5 in all subjects with 80% in two Higher subjects.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Lithuanian qualifications
Brandos Atestatas (Secondary School Leaving Certificate)
9.0 overall with 90, 90, 90 in three state exams.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Polish qualifications
Certificate of Maturity
85, 85, 85 in three extended subjects.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Romanian qualifications
Diplomă de Bacalaureat
9.0 overall with 9.0, 9.0, 9.0 in three subjects .
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Italian qualifications
Diploma di Esame di Stato
An overall score of 90% in the classical, languages or scientific pathway with 9, 9, 9 in three subjects from your final report card.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Australian qualifications
High School Certificates and Certificates of Education
Pass the relevant certificate with an ATAR or TER of 95.
We can accept any of the following school leaver qualifications meeting these requirements:
-Australian Capital Territory Year 12 Certificate -New South Wales Higher School Certificate -Northern Territory Certificate of Education -South Australian Certificate of Education -Tasmanian Certificate of Education -Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning -Victorian Certificate of Education -Western Australian Certificate of Education
Our requirements for the Queensland Senior Certificate of Education are:
Overall Band Position of 2.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
New Zealander qualifications
National Certificate in Educational Achievement (NCEA)
Level 3 Diploma achieved with Merit including three Level 3 subjects with 14 credits at Excellence (E).
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Canadian qualifications
Secondary School Diploma
an average of 88% in the Diploma with 88%, 88%, 88% in three Year 12 subjects.
We also accept the Canadian International Matriculation Programme. Our requirements are the same as for the Secondary School Diploma.
Advanced Placement Tests
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept the IB Diploma and our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section. If you are studying a mixture of IB courses and College Board qualifications please contact us for advice.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Bulgarian qualifications
Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie (DIPZO)
5.6 overall with 5.8 in a state matriculation exam (excluding Bulgarian).
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Japanese qualifications
Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Russian qualifications
Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat o (Polnom) Srednem Obshchem Obrazovanii)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Jordanian qualifications
General Secondary Education Certificate (Tawjihi)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Advanced Placement Tests
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Emirati qualifications
Secondary School Certificate (Tawjihiyya)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Advanced Placement Tests
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
Indian Higher Secondary School Certificate (12th Standard)
We accept the Indian 12th Standard and our entry requirements are listed under the 'India' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Thai qualifications
Higher Secondary School Certificate (Mathayom Suksa 6)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Chinese qualifications
Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate or Chinese University Entrance Exam (Gaokao)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of these qualifications alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Canadian International Matriculation Programme
We accept this programme for direct entry and our requirements are the same as for a Canadian Secondary School Diploma. These are listed in the 'Canada' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Malaysian qualifications
Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)
AAA in three subjects.
We do not accept General Studies as one of these three subjects. We do not accept grade A- in place of grade A.
Satu Tahun Matrikulasi (PST)
CGPA of 3.4.
Diplomas are accepted case-by-case depending on your profile. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Canadian International Matriculation Programme
We accept this programme for direct entry and our requirements are the same as for a Canadian Secondary School Diploma. These are listed in the 'Canada' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
South Korean qualifications
Ilbankye Kodung Hakkyo (General High School Diploma)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Danish qualifications
Studenterexamen (STX)
A weighted average mark of 10.
We may be able to consider your application if you are taking the Højere Handelseksamen (HHX), Højere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX), Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF). Please contact us to discuss our requirements.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Swedish qualifications
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola (Upper secondary school leaving certificate)
Pass with A in 1000 credits and B in a further 1000 credits.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Norwegian qualifications
Vitnemål for videregående opplæring (Leaving certificate from upper secondary school)
An average of 4.2 in the common core subjects and an average of 4.8 across six optional programme courses. These requirements are for the Specialisation in General Studies programme. Please contact us if you are taking a different programme
We consider your grades in final assessment for each subject, or in examinations where you do not have a final assessment for that subject.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Cypriot qualifications
18.5 in the Apolytirion plus AA in two A levels.
If you are studying the new Apolytirion Lyceum Pathway system (since 2019) provided by the majority of public schools, and you are studying any of the 4 subjects at an Advanced Level (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology), we may be able to consider you without the further GCE/PIA/CIE A level requirements. Please contact admissions@bath.ac.uk for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Croatian qualifications
Maturalna Svjedodzba
An overall grade of 5 with 5 in three subjects including one Advanced Level subject.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Portuguese qualifications
Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários.
An overall average of 18 with 18, 18, 18 in three subjects.
Your subjects grades will be taken as an average of your school results and external exams where relevant.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Belgian qualifications
Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur / Diploma van Hoger Secundair Onderwijs / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts
Due to the variety, structure and grading of these qualifications, applications are welcomed from students with these qualifications but we consider them on on a case-by-case basis. If you are interested in applying, please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk for further advice. Please provide copies of your school reports within your email for our consideration.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
South African qualifications
National Senior Certificate
77766 in five subjects.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Irish qualifications
Irish Leaving Certificate
H1, H1, H2, H2, H3, H3 in 6 Irish Leaving Certificates.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Hong Kongese qualifications
Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education
5, 5, 5 in three elective subjects or 5, 5 in two elective subjects plus 5 in core English or Mathematics.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Advanced Placement Tests
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
French qualifications
French Baccalaureate
15 overall with 15 in either Economics and Social Sciences or History and Geography.
Option Internationale du Baccalaureat (OIB)
14 overall with 15 in either Economics and Social Sciences or History and Geography.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
European qualifications
European Baccalaureate
82% overall with 8.5 in one subject.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Indian qualifications
Higher Secondary School Certificate (12th Standard)
An average of 80% across 4 subjects with 85% in one subject.
We do not accept Physical Education as one of these 4 subjects.
These requirements are for the CBSE and CISCE boards. Please contact us if you are taking this qualification with a different board.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
American qualifications
Advanced Placement Tests
5, 5, 5 in 3 APs.
We accept no more than one Calculus AP as one of these 3 subjects.
You will also need to pass your High School Diploma and achieve an ACT score of 29 or a SATR score of 720 in Evidence based Reading and Writing.
SAT Subject Tests
We do not accept SAT Subject Tests for direct entry to our degrees.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept the IB Diploma and our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section. If you are studying a mixture of IB courses and College Board qualifications please contact us for advice.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Singaporean qualifications
Singapore A levels
AAA in 3 H2 level subjects.
Polytechnic Diploma (3 years)
3.4 overall.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept GCE and International A levels and the IB Diploma whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Advanced Placement Tests
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Turkish qualifications
Lise Bitirme Diplomasi
CGPA of 80% with 85% in an essay based subject from the final year.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Greek qualifications
Apolytirion
19 in the Apolytirion plus AA in two A levels.
We cannot accept the Apolytirion unless it is studied alongside A levels. We do not accept Pan Hellenic examinations in place of an A level.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Spanish qualifications
Titulo de Bachiller
A score of 9 overall.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
German qualifications
Abitur
1.4 overall.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- IELTS Indicator: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- TOEFL IBT and IBT Special Home Edition: 90 overall with 21 in each component
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with 59 in each component
- Duolingo – 110 overall
- LanguageCert SELT – B2 Communicator High Pass
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with 169 in each component
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 176 with 169 in each component
We are also in the process of setting up our own online English language test on Password. Please register for updates on our Password test.
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Fees and funding
Fees and funding information for Politics and International Relations BSc (Hons)
Fees
Your tuition fees and how you pay them will depend on whether you are a Home, EU, Island or Overseas student.
Learn how we decide fee statusThese fees are for the academic year 2020/21 only. Tuition fees are liable to increase annually for all University of Bath students.
Home, Island and EU students
Tuition fee for the academic year 2020/21
£9,250
Legal information
UK undergraduate fees are regulated by the government. These fees are subject to parliamentary approval.
If you are an EU undergraduate student starting your studies in or before 2020/21, your fees will be the same as the UK undergraduate fee for the length of your course.
Overseas students
Tuition fee for the academic year 2020/21
£18,000
Legal information
You should budget for an increase of up to 5% each year for every further year of study; we will not increase your fees each year by more than this percentage and the amount will be set out on our fee page in December for the following academic year.
If you aren't paying your fees in British pounds, you should also budget for possible fluctuations in your own currency.
How to pay
Tuition fee loans
If you are studying an undergraduate course, you may be able to take out a loan for your tuition fees and living costs.
Read more about tuition fee loansScholarships and bursaries
You could be considered for a bursary or scholarship to help you study at Bath. This is in addition to your student loan and you do not have to pay it back.
Read more about bursaries and scholarshipsOther payment options
You can pay your tuition fees by Direct Debit, debit card, credit card, cheque, bank transfer or cash. You may also be eligible for a student loan to help you pay your fees.
Read more about your payment optionsBudgeting
You will need to budget at least £100 for the cost of photocopying, printing and binding. You will also need to budget for the cost of textbooks.
Some courses involve visits away from campus and you may be required to pay some or all of the costs of travel, accommodation and food and drink.
If you’re on a placement, you’re responsible for your own travel, accommodation and living costs. You should also consider the financial implications if you go on an unpaid or overseas placement.
Application information
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Course titlePolitics and International Relations
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Final awardBSc (Hons)
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Mode of studyFull-time
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Course codeL291
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Institution codeB16
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Department
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LocationUniversity of Bath
Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7AY -
UK/EU application deadline15 January 2020
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Overseas deadline15 January 2020
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Application eligibilityUK and Overseas students are eligible to apply
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Regulator
Selection process
We will usually assess you based on your UCAS application. If you are studying certain qualifications, such as an Access to HE Diploma or a Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma, you may be invited to attend an interview as part of our selection process so we can better assess your studies and experiences. If you are studying an Access to HE Diploma or a Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma, please make sure that your UCAS application is submitted by 15 January: if you apply after this deadline, then it may be too late for us to include you in our interview process.
Very exceptionally we may invite you to an interview if you have circumstances we cannot assess from an application alone.
Our interview page gives more information on what you should expect from an interview.
Course enquiries
Undergraduate Selection
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