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International Relations and Economics, BA (Hons)

University of Derby, United Kingdom

 
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Subject ranking

Economics
UK / Guardian 2025
43rd
Economics
UK / CUG 2024
54th
Overall
UK / Guardian 2025
55th

Costs

Course feesS$24.6K / year
Entertainment, books
food & rent
S$16.5K / year
Beer S$5
MacDonalds S$10
Cinema S$15
Coffee S$4
TotalS$41.1K / year

Entry requirements

A Level BBC
Diploma
International Baccalaureate

Scholarships

Derby International Excellent Scholarship
£5000 for tuition
Limited quantity
British Chevening Scholarships
100% for tuition and living expenses
Limited quantity

Information

Course
Code
L2L3
Upcoming
Intakes
Sep 2025
Pathway
Programmes
See pathways
University
Information
WHATSAPP
+65 9650 3225
HOTLINE
+65 6333 1300

Duration

3 years
Graduate
2028
About the course

Course summary

Take a transdisciplinary approach to the study of world affairs and global issues, and explore international politics to shed light on the root causes of today's political, societal, economic, and environmental issues, whilst developing strong applied skills in the application of economic analysis to business issues. KEY FEATURES OF THE COURSE

  • Combining two subjects boosts your employability and gives you the opportunity to develop knowledge and expertise in two subject areas, making you a more versatile graduate
  • Develop problem-solving skills and a 'can do' attitude that will help you go into a wide range of job roles including in politics, campaigning, think-tanks, NGOs, charities, civil or diplomatic services, or a range of Business-related roles
  • You’ll develop strong applied skills in the application of economic analysis to business issues
  • Opportunities to go on international study trips will add an extra dimension to your studies
HOW YOU’LL LEARN Real world learning is at the heart of our Economics programmes, with the focus on solving genuine business problems as well as engaging with external experts to discuss economic concepts. You’ll learn through a compelling combination of:
  • interactive lectures
  • expert speakers
  • problem-solving seminars
  • group work
  • group discussion
  • workshops
  • case study analysis
  • computer lab work
  • practical analysis
Our teaching methods on International Relations will be varied, interactive and engaging. They include:
  • Online and face-to-face lectures, sometimes involving guest speakers
  • Seminars that encourage lots of debate and discussion
  • Work experience and real projects
  • Self-directed study
YOUR CAREER When you have completed this degree, you will be well-informed about the major global issues of our time as well as Economic theory and practice, and have a range of skills that employers really value, particularly:
  • negotiation and conflict resolution
  • being able to analyse evidence objectively, including using basic data science techniques
  • communication
  • problem-solving
  • cultural awareness
You can put these skills to good use in a range of high-level careers, such as in politics, journalism, campaigning, think-tanks, NGOs (Non-Governmental Organisations), charities, the civil or diplomatic services, inter-governmental institutions, management, finance, leadership, and consultancy. STUDY OPTIONS:  On the Joint Honours programme, there are different pathways of study available. You can often study both subjects equally or choose to major in a subject. Please view the course page on our website for more information on pathways. 

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