Bachelor of Science Politics

Our expertise in models of government and governance, radical political thought and political ethics informs modules which combine empirical political study and theoretical analysis. Together, we will tackle questions which have puzzled scholars from the times of the Ancient Greeks, but remain relevant to all our lives today.

In Year 1, you'll have an introduction to politics and governance and you'll study British and global politics. You'll also explore key political thinkers.

In Year 2, you'll study political theory. You'll also examine certain core methods used in political research and analysis. During Year 2 and Year 3, you'll be able to choose optional modules on subjects that most interest you.

In Year 3, you'll continue to study core and optional modules and you'll undertake a significant piece of independent research where you'll select a topic of special interest within your discipline area.

“The curriculum remains current, exciting and challenging. The scope and content of the curriculum prepares students well through its breadth and depth. Graduates are able to demonstrate knowledge and skills that will equip them well for the future. It is clear in the work that is produced that students are engaged and often excited by their studies. The efforts to go beyond teaching the curriculum to offering opportunities for students to gain social and cultural capital are commendable.”

The University has general minimum entry requirements which all students must meet before they register with us.

At the point of registration onto the first year of a degree, we require you to have achieved:

• a minimum of two A Levels or
• a BTEC National Diploma or
• a combination of BTEC and A Level qualifications equivalent to two A Levels, such as a BTEC subsidiary certificate and one A Level or
• an Access to Higher Education Diploma or
• an International or Welsh Baccalaureate or
• a Higher National Diploma/Higher National Certificate or
• a minimum of two Advanced Highers from Scotland or
• the Irish Leaving Certificate or
• the European Baccalaureate Diploma or
• an equivalent overseas qualification.

For specific course entry requirements, please check the individual course pages.

Advice for mature students

If you've taken some time out of studying you may not need to meet our general minimum entrance requirements.

If you're returning to education and are able to demonstrate your commitment to studying a degree we will consider your application and take into consideration experience and any qualifications you may have.