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Undergraduate Politics, International Relations and Development courses

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Take the opportunity to explore some of the world’s most pressing issues

In our increasingly globalised world, political and developmental problems are growing in complexity and significance. Our degrees are designed to provide the knowledge and skills employers value, such as critical thinking and problem-solving.

Why study at the University of Birmingham?

You will have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of exciting and forward thinking undergraduate programmes studying at the University of Birmingham, with the opportunity to examine some of the most important political issues of the 21st century.