BSc International Relations
London School of Economics and Political Science
About this course
BSc in International Relations, a politics and international relations degree centred on the critical role played by international relations in politics, economics and society. The first year introduces foundational study through International Relations: Theories, Concepts and Debates, Contemporary Issues in International Relations, The LSE Course, and Thinking Globally: Studying International Relations. The second year proceeds with further courses to the value of one unit, while the third year expands specialisation through approved international relations course options to the value of three units alongside further courses to the value of one unit.
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Entry requirements
A-levels: AAA IB Diploma: 38 points overall, including 766 at higher level
What students say
Based on about 41 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 97%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 89%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 25%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 20%
- Finance Professionals: 10%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 95 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 71%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 50 students who started
- A levels: 75%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- International Relations: Theories, Concepts and Debates
- Contemporary Issues in International Relations
- The LSE Course
- Thinking Globally: Studying International Relations
- One approved outside option
- Further courses to the value of one unit
- Approved international relations course options to the value of three units
- Further courses to the value of one unit
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc International Relations at London School of Economics and Political Science earn?
The median salary is £35,500 after 15 months, £36,000 after 3 years, £51,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £36,000 and £66,000. The £51,000 median after five years is £17,000 more than the UK median for Politics.
What do graduates of BSc International Relations at London School of Economics and Political Science do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc International Relations at London School of Economics and Political Science?
97% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc International Relations at London School of Economics and Political Science?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The average entrant had 195 UCAS points.
Does BSc International Relations at London School of Economics and Political Science include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc International Relations at London School of Economics and Political Science?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.