Course Details

Studying Economics and International Relations with us gives you the opportunity to learn from some of the foremost academics in the field.   We place strong emphasis on research and use it in the teaching of this course. Your degree is based on the politics that have shaped the modern world and you will learn issues such as war and governance and their impact on the global economy as well as the economics that inform the policies in the country.  If you are interested in economies, how they are run and how they relate to other economies then this is the perfect course for you! The study of economics and the study of politics and international relations are closely related.  Within the international system, political and economic factors interact in many ways, and there are also important methodological links between the two disciplines.

Career Path

Graduates from this course secures various career positions as Diplomat or Foreign Service Officer, Policy Analyst, International Development Officer, Economic Analyst, NGO Program Manager, Political Risk Analyst, Trade and Investment Officer, Public Affairs Consultant, Intelligence Analyst, International Business Consultant, Researcher (Think Tanks or Academia), Journalist (International or Economic Affairs), Humanitarian Aid Coordinator, Lobbyist or Advocacy Specialist.

Eligibility

Admission Requirement

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Lancaster University Ghana below;

1. A level, IB, First Year University Student, Foundation year, College Certificate 

2. School Transcript

3. Passport or National ID

4. Recommendation Letter/ Testimonial Letter

English Language Requirement

Lancaster University Ghana, will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit 

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

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October, 2025 -

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January, 2027 -

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October, 2027 -

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