International Baccalaureate (IB) Global Politics Diploma

Applications Open: 3rd November 2025

Applications Close: 27th February 2026

Application Details: At Hartsdown Academy we run the International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme https://www.ibo.org/programmes/career-related-programme/ . Prospective students need to choose 1 Vocational Course (BTEC or OCR) and 2 IB Diploma Courses.

Entry Requirements: 5 x Grade 4-9 including Maths & English. A good attendance and behaviour record is also essential.

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices

It allows students to develop an understanding of the local, national, international and global dimensions of political activity, as well as allowing them the opportunity to explore political issues affecting their own lives.

Global politics draws on a variety of disciplines in the social sciences and humanities. It helps students to understand abstract political concepts by grounding them in real world examples and case studies, and also invites comparison between such examples and case studies to ensure a transnational perspective.

Developing international mindedness and an awareness of multiple perspectives is at the heart of this course. It encourages dialogue and debate, nurturing the capacity to interpret competing and contestable claims.

This IB course is available at both Standard Level and Higher Level.

Power, sovereignty and international relations

Human rights

Development

Peace and conflict

There are a range of coursework and externally assessed units.

5+ English and Maths and 3 subjects at Grade 4+

Career opportunities include Journalism, Politician Assistant, Member of Parliament, Detective work, police force, Public Affairs, Foreign Office, Government Researcher, Civil Servant, Marketing Executive, Local Government Officer, Lawyer and much more.