
Economics, Politics and International Relations BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Economics, Politics and International Relations BSc (Hons)
Studying Economics, Politics and International Relations at Royal Holloway means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts at two of the UK’s top ten teaching and research centres. This joint degree combines the core programme of the Economics degree with foundation and option courses offered by Politics and International Relations. These disciplines have many natural affinities between them, and their synergies lend themselves well to students who are interested in pursuing careers in various policy fields as well as in the areas of politics/international relations ...
Studying Economics, Politics and International Relations at Royal Holloway means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts at two of the UK’s top ten teaching and research centres. This joint degree combines the core programme of the Economics degree with foundation and option courses offered by Politics and International Relations. These disciplines have many natural affinities between them, and their synergies lend themselves well to students who are interested in pursuing careers in various policy fields as well as in the areas of politics/international relations and economics generally, in both the public and private sectors. This combined with the broad spectrum of transferable skills gained will lead to excellent career prospects.<br/><br/>This course coves a complete education in the theories and methods of economics, with a strong focus on analytical methods. You will develop skills in mathematics and statistics and learn to tackle economic problems; cover political ideas and processes in countries throughout the world and the global system which will allow you to examine issues fundamental to our times. The curriculum is advanced and reflects the most recent research in both disciplines. <br/><br/>Our balanced approach to research and teaching guarantees high quality teaching from subject leaders, cutting edge materials and intellectually challenging debates. Our courses follow a coherent and developmental structure which we combined with an effective and flexible approach to study.<br/><br/><br/>• Cover political ideas and processes in countries throughout the world.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Strong focus on analytical methods of economics.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Study with subject leaders in two exceptional departments.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Flexibility to specialise in areas such as financial crises or new media in politics.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Excellent prospects for careers in policy.<br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
LL12
Institution Code
R72
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B,B
Including Maths.
Access to HE Diploma
D:27,M:18
In a relevant subject plus Maths GCSE grade A or 7. Please note that the Access to Higher Education Diploma will only be acceptable if the applicant has had a considerable break from education.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
6,5,5 at Higher Level subjects with either 5 SL Maths: Analysis & Approaches or 5 HL Maths: Applications & Interpretation and a minimum of 32 points overall.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
In a relevant subject plus GCSE Maths grade A or 7.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H3,H3,H3
Including Maths.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We require at least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9 - 4 including English and Mathematics. Grade A or 7 is required in GCSE Mathematics.
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
D*D
In a relevant subject plus A-level grade B and GCSE Maths grade A or 7.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DDD
In a relevant subject plus GCSE Maths grade A or 7.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
In a relevant subject plus A-level grade B and GCSE Maths grade A or 7.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B,B
B,B,B
Including Maths.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Applicants with the Cambridge Pre-U are strongly encouraged to apply to Royal Holloway. Offers will be made on the basis of equivalent A-Level grades as can be found on the Royal Holloway website.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
Plus A-level grades BB and GCSE Maths grade A or 7.
A level
A,B,B
B,B,B
Required subjects: GCSE Maths grade A or 7 to meet the Maths requirement for this course. At least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9-4 including English and Mathematics. Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Requirements are as for A-levels where one non-subject-specified A-level can be replaced by the same grade in the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £25,900 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |