English language requirements are one of the following: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
Are you looking for a unique insight into the way the world works? This exciting, modern degree in politics can provide you with exactly that. Delivered by experienced, expert and enthusiastic academics, it combines political theory, political science, political economy, area studies and international relations to provide an in-depth study of contemporary politics.
Your learning experience needn’t stop at observing and studying, however. Our voluntary placement scheme offers opportunities that have seen former students working in Parliament and the MPs’ constituency offices – seeing politics from the inside, and providing a great basis for a potential future.
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Modules:
Year 1
Semester 1
Introduction to Political Theory
Power and Inequality in Contemporary Society
Revolutions, Wars and the Making of the Modern World
Semester 2
Social justice in action
Politics Decision Making and Democracy
War and Social Change in the Twentieth Century
Year 2
Semester 1
European Politics in Transition
Exploring British Attitudes: Quantitative Methods in Social Research
One optional module:
Gender, Sexualities and Society
Global Governance, Regionalism and the Nation-State
Foreign Policy Analysis
Semester 2
Globalisation and Development
The Environment, Sustainability and Climate Change
One optional module:
Making Identities: Citizenship, Race and Nation
Twentieth Century British History
Work Placement
International Security
Year 3
Semester 1
Contemporary Dynamics of the World System
One optional module:
Black History
Life and Times in Nazi Germany
Modern Ireland: From Independence to the Celtic Tiger
Race, Culture and Identity
Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution
Semester 2
American Politics: Ideology and Power
One optional module:
Crimes of the Powerful: States, Corporations and Human Rights
Genocide and Crimes against Humanity
Suffrage to Citizenship: Female Activism in Twentieth Century Britain
Politics and Protest
Both semesters:
Politics Research Project (both semesters)
Employability
You’ll be studying in the heart of London, surrounded by the politicians, policy-makers and legislative bodies that define British politics. The work placements available can help you to build your own network of contacts if you’re looking to work at various levels of government, including opportunities within foreign ministries and national UN delegations.
The skills and knowledge you’ll gain on the degree are also highly transferrable and can help you move into such as teaching, the media, social work, administration, youth and community work, business, education, and psychology.
Employability Service
We are University of the Year for Graduate Employment for the second year in a row - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018, 2019.
At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:
An online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
Our Careers Gym offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and finding work experience, as well as regular presentations from employers across a range of sectors.
Insurance – Single: 300 GBP per year
