Politics

Our politics degree will give you the tools to think critically about how power is exercised, how political decisions are made, and who makes these decisions, while developing your knowledge and practical skills.

Our Politics BA combines academic rigor with dynamic, hands-on learning. You’ll explore campaigns, elections, protests, and policy debates, sharpening your skills in analysis, research, and debate. Unique opportunities like Model NATO—where you’ll simulate high-level diplomacy and crisis management in Washington, London, and Lisbon—enhance your expertise. With expert teaching and diverse module options, this course prepares you for a successful career in politics, diplomacy, and beyond.

Reasons to study this course?

• Build transferable skills in critical analysis, research, and debate through a curriculum covering campaigns, elections, policy debates, and protest movements, preparing you for diverse careers in today’s competitive job market.

• Engage in real-world diplomacy at Model NATO events in Washington DC, London, and Lisbon, developing your global perspective and decision-making skills in an international setting.

• Tailor your degree by choosing from a wide selection of optional modules, allowing you to specialise in areas that align with your interests and career goals.

• Learn from renowned academics in politics, international relations, and political economy, enhancing your critical thinking and supporting your academic and professional development.

• Gain global perspectives and cross-cultural skills by studying at an overseas university, enhancing your employability and broadening your academic and personal horizons.

For a full list and descriptions of modules on offer, please visit the course page on our website.

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS