Politics (Study Abroad) BA Hons 48 months Undergraduate Program By Lancaster University |Top Universities
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Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Main Subject Area

PoliticsMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Politics

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Politics affects all our lives. In this course we explore the many ways this happens. From social injustice, culture wars and climate change, to migration, crime, and declining trust in democracy. Our expert lecturers put problem-solving at the heart of your learning as you analyse the dynamics of power in modern societies. This is your call to get informed and prepare to make your mark as a future political innovator.
Why Lancaster?
  • Benefit from expert-led teaching by academics who regularly collaborate with government bodies such as UK Parliament, on important issues such as racial injustice, voter rights, and migration
  • Explore key themes from power and the state to domestic and comparative politics and policy making
  • Network with external partners, policymakers, and guest speakers who can provide valuable insights into the key political issues of the moment
  • Engage with local issues and politicians, find out what strategies and campaigns really work
  • Join one of only 20 universities to offer a parliamentary studies module, run in conjunction with UK Parliament
  • Take advantage of our annual internship opportunities, where you can work on live research projects with NGOs, think tanks and charities
  • Be a part of the only university to offer a dedicated Politics Policy School with the HM Government Open Innovation team

Tackling real-world challenges
Does artificial intelligence and disinformation threaten democracy? Why do border controls fail? How do we combat social inequalities? And why do nation-states struggle to tackle climate change?
On this course you’ll engage in these debates and learn how you could make a positive difference in the world of politics and policymaking.
Politics shapes the societies we live in, influencing all aspects of life. It often refers to power struggles or competing interests, but its scope goes way beyond this. Our programme offers innovative perspectives on the most urgent challenges facing Britain and the world today. Increasingly politics centres on identity, culture, and values. Issues such as the environment, gender rights, immigration, and security defy traditional ideological boundaries, and there is a place for empowered individuals and communities to address these challenges.
Throughout the programme, you will dive into primary political themes, studying topics such as the politics of public policy, social change and inequalities, powers and the state, domestic and comparative politics. You will also explore the world of working in politics and how this might influence your future career.
This course goes beyond traditional politics. By exploring these critical problems in depth, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of contemporary political debates and developments from top experts in the field.
Key themes could include:
  • The crisis in democracy - Discover why trust in democracy is falling, what it means for our political system and what we can do about it.
  • Global issues - Explore the politics surrounding areas such as migration and border control, AI, and climate change and their effect on economies.
  • Voting behaviour and political movements - Find out why some people vote for extremist parties and others choose not to vote at all.
  • Power, politics and public policy - Critically engage with foundational ideas and debates in policymaking, democracy, equality and justice for real-world application of these ideas.
  • Global capitalism and economic inequality - Explore the impact of globalization on economic inequality, social justice, and labour rights.

Program overview

Main Subject

Politics

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Politics affects all our lives. In this course we explore the many ways this happens. From social injustice, culture wars and climate change, to migration, crime, and declining trust in democracy. Our expert lecturers put problem-solving at the heart of your learning as you analyse the dynamics of power in modern societies. This is your call to get informed and prepare to make your mark as a future political innovator.
Why Lancaster?
  • Benefit from expert-led teaching by academics who regularly collaborate with government bodies such as UK Parliament, on important issues such as racial injustice, voter rights, and migration
  • Explore key themes from power and the state to domestic and comparative politics and policy making
  • Network with external partners, policymakers, and guest speakers who can provide valuable insights into the key political issues of the moment
  • Engage with local issues and politicians, find out what strategies and campaigns really work
  • Join one of only 20 universities to offer a parliamentary studies module, run in conjunction with UK Parliament
  • Take advantage of our annual internship opportunities, where you can work on live research projects with NGOs, think tanks and charities
  • Be a part of the only university to offer a dedicated Politics Policy School with the HM Government Open Innovation team

Tackling real-world challenges
Does artificial intelligence and disinformation threaten democracy? Why do border controls fail? How do we combat social inequalities? And why do nation-states struggle to tackle climate change?
On this course you’ll engage in these debates and learn how you could make a positive difference in the world of politics and policymaking.
Politics shapes the societies we live in, influencing all aspects of life. It often refers to power struggles or competing interests, but its scope goes way beyond this. Our programme offers innovative perspectives on the most urgent challenges facing Britain and the world today. Increasingly politics centres on identity, culture, and values. Issues such as the environment, gender rights, immigration, and security defy traditional ideological boundaries, and there is a place for empowered individuals and communities to address these challenges.
Throughout the programme, you will dive into primary political themes, studying topics such as the politics of public policy, social change and inequalities, powers and the state, domestic and comparative politics. You will also explore the world of working in politics and how this might influence your future career.
This course goes beyond traditional politics. By exploring these critical problems in depth, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of contemporary political debates and developments from top experts in the field.
Key themes could include:
  • The crisis in democracy - Discover why trust in democracy is falling, what it means for our political system and what we can do about it.
  • Global issues - Explore the politics surrounding areas such as migration and border control, AI, and climate change and their effect on economies.
  • Voting behaviour and political movements - Find out why some people vote for extremist parties and others choose not to vote at all.
  • Power, politics and public policy - Critically engage with foundational ideas and debates in policymaking, democracy, equality and justice for real-world application of these ideas.
  • Global capitalism and economic inequality - Explore the impact of globalization on economic inequality, social justice, and labour rights.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
32+

4 Years
Sep

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