Politics and International Relations

Study political institutions, theories, and developments with our London-based Politics and International Relations degree. You will advance your understanding of key contemporary challenges like:

migration
climate change
global developments
war and conflict
human rights.
We will help you become a fully engaged citizen, equipped for a career that makes a difference.

Tackle real-world issues with experts
You will engage with current practitioners in politics and explore solutions to pressing real world issues. Learning from staff who have worked in government and politics, you will develop both theoretical and practical knowledge.

Study in London – an international political hub
We are only 30 minutes from central London – an international political hub. During your Politics and International Relations course, you’ll access the capital’s extensive resources, culture, and networks. We will also explore key institutions like:

The Houses of Parliament
The British Museum
The International Maritime Organization
The Bank of England
The Migration Museum.

Work placements: build professional experience
You can complete a work placement as part of your Politics and International Relations BA. This could be in sectors as varied as:

public administration
business
education
culture
the Arts.
Previous students have also completed placements in:

cultural heritage sites
charities
publishing companies
schools.

The course assessment strategy is designed to promote the development of skills and abilities that will be useful to you in pursuing your goals after university.

In addition to completing academic essays, research reports and presentations, you will also complete assessments involving digital content. Classroom contributions, oral examinations and team presentations will also be used to assess modules.