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Why study BA (Hons) Politics at BU?

  • Experience a dynamic and interdisciplinary course tackling the major political challenges of our time with a focus on applying knowledge and skills to real-world situations
  • Explore a variety of topicsÌýwhich have been curated by academics passionate about their areas of research,Ìýincluding populism, globalisation, citizenship, diplomacy, race, gender, identity, and social and environmental activism – you can choose units tailored to your passions

  • Gain hands-on experience as political pundits, experts, fact-checkers, journalists, campaigners,Ìýand researchers through participation in public outreach projects throughout your studies
  • EngageÌýwith industry professionals and add valuable experience to your CV in a 4-week or 30-week placement.ÌýÌý
  • Be part of a community studying politics through regular events, film screenings, discussions and debates organized and led by students’ BU Politics Society.

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What you can achieve with a BA (Hons) Politics degree

Politics at BU will provide you with a well-rounded understanding from a global to grassroots level. You’ll gain transferable skills allowing you to be reflective, critical, and solution driven.ÌýÌý

With a variety of units to choose from,Ìýyou’ll curate your own learning. We’re not just buried in books on this degree, you’ll have the option to complete either a 4-week or 30-week placement, and undertake a collaborative History Graduate ProjectÌýworking with a heritage/history-focused external organisation.ÌýÌý

Your future career path could include frontline politics, research and advisory roles for charities, parties or activist groups, diplomacy and global political affairs within governments or any organisation seeking politically literate and media-savvy employees.Ìý Ìý

To get a flavour of what it’s like to study Politics at BU, you can exploreÌýthe , featuring students’ work and news from the course.

Key information

Location:

²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ, Talbot Campus

Duration:

3 years full-time with a 4-week placement, or 4 years full-time with a 30-week placement.

Required subjects:

All subjects considered