Politics

It feels as if we’re at a crucial point in time, facing big issues like terrorism, immigration and economic inequality. Rising discontent with democracy also sets to challenge the foundations of politics in states around the world. There’s never been a more important time to study these subjects.

You'll explore government, political thought, and empirical and theoretical approaches to international relations. You can even immerse yourself in the world of politics by studying abroad, completing work placements and taking part in simulation activities.

Our regional expertise encompasses North and South America, Europe, Africa, Russia, South Asia and Southeast Asia. You’ll be taught by academics specialising in everything from feminist, postcolonial and sociological theoretical approaches to applied topics like foreign policy.

Pick from optional modules

Enjoy the freedom to shape your study. Perhaps you want to take a closer look at race and racism in world politics. Or maybe you want to examine the intricacies of the European Union, You can also pick modules from other schools, covering subjects such as English, history, geography and languages.

The world desperately needs not only answers but new ways of analysing the most important global questions. And this applies not only to the government but also employers in the private and non-profit sectors.

Compulsory Modules
Year 1:
Thinking Politically: Introduction to concepts, theories and ideologies
Introduction to International Relations
Political Analysis
Politics in Action

Choose from:
Background to British Politics
Global Histories
15 credits from another School

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Students are assessed by a combination of coursework and exams. A few modules are assessed by coursework only.