36 monthsProgramme duration
16,840 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Politics
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Politics shapes every aspect of our lives, from climate action and migration to human rights, global conflict, the crisis of capitalism, and the future of democracy. On this course, you’ll explore the ideas, power struggles, and political movements influencing societies around the world while developing the critical thinking and practical skills employers value.
You’ll question assumptions, challenge dominant narratives, and debate some of the most pressing and divisive issues facing society today. Through interactive learning, live projects, and industry exposure, you’ll examine topics including inequality, populism, global justice, environmental change, and the rise of political extremism.
You’ll choose from one of four pathways*:
As part of this course, you’ll:
You’ll question assumptions, challenge dominant narratives, and debate some of the most pressing and divisive issues facing society today. Through interactive learning, live projects, and industry exposure, you’ll examine topics including inequality, populism, global justice, environmental change, and the rise of political extremism.
You’ll choose from one of four pathways*:
- BA (Hons) Politics (UCAS code L200)
- BA (Hons) Politics with Global Development (UCAS code L208)
- BA (Hons) Politics with International Relations (UCAS code L201)
- BA (Hons) Politics with Human Rights (UCAS code L203)
As part of this course, you’ll:
- Explore politics from local, national, and international perspectives
- Examine political ideas, ideologies, institutions, and systems of governance
- Evaluate the nature and distribution of power, governance systems, processes, and institutions
- Analyse political events using evidence, critical judgement, and reasoned argument
- Consider how political movements and ideologies, from liberalism to Marxism, influence societies
- Develop practical research, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Build professional experience through volunteering, live projects, and placement opportunities
Programme overview
Main Subject
Politics
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Politics shapes every aspect of our lives, from climate action and migration to human rights, global conflict, the crisis of capitalism, and the future of democracy. On this course, you’ll explore the ideas, power struggles, and political movements influencing societies around the world while developing the critical thinking and practical skills employers value.
You’ll question assumptions, challenge dominant narratives, and debate some of the most pressing and divisive issues facing society today. Through interactive learning, live projects, and industry exposure, you’ll examine topics including inequality, populism, global justice, environmental change, and the rise of political extremism.
You’ll choose from one of four pathways*:
As part of this course, you’ll:
You’ll question assumptions, challenge dominant narratives, and debate some of the most pressing and divisive issues facing society today. Through interactive learning, live projects, and industry exposure, you’ll examine topics including inequality, populism, global justice, environmental change, and the rise of political extremism.
You’ll choose from one of four pathways*:
- BA (Hons) Politics (UCAS code L200)
- BA (Hons) Politics with Global Development (UCAS code L208)
- BA (Hons) Politics with International Relations (UCAS code L201)
- BA (Hons) Politics with Human Rights (UCAS code L203)
As part of this course, you’ll:
- Explore politics from local, national, and international perspectives
- Examine political ideas, ideologies, institutions, and systems of governance
- Evaluate the nature and distribution of power, governance systems, processes, and institutions
- Analyse political events using evidence, critical judgement, and reasoned argument
- Consider how political movements and ideologies, from liberalism to Marxism, influence societies
- Develop practical research, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Build professional experience through volunteering, live projects, and placement opportunities
Admission Requirements
104+
28+
54+
4+
6+
GCSE English Language at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy are accepted in place of GCSEs.
Access to HE Diploma Pass overall with a minimum of 104-112 UCAS tariff points.
T Levels Pass overall with a minimum of 104-112 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core.
Scottish Awards 104-112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 4 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above.
Irish Leaving Certificate 104-112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above.
International baccalaureate 104-112 UCAS tariff points or a score of 28 from the IB diploma. This should include a minimum of 3 Highers with 2 at grade H5 or above
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
Access to HE Diploma Pass overall with a minimum of 104-112 UCAS tariff points.
T Levels Pass overall with a minimum of 104-112 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core.
Scottish Awards 104-112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 4 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above.
Irish Leaving Certificate 104-112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above.
International baccalaureate 104-112 UCAS tariff points or a score of 28 from the IB diploma. This should include a minimum of 3 Highers with 2 at grade H5 or above
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
3 Years
Sep
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
16,840 GBP
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