International Politics BSc (Hons) at Brunel University of London

You only have to turn on the news or open a newspaper to see how differently the nations of the world are governed. Politics is an exciting and dynamic subject, simulating debate and offering insight in how the ever-changing world around us works. It’s also a degree that can demonstrate your intellectual acumen and understanding of world affairs, which will be an asset in so many fields of work.

Faculty: College of Arts, Law and Social Sciences  |  Department: Department of Social and Political Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement  |  Study mode: full-time; placement year option  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

American Politics: The United States is hugely influential both as a global power and as a political beacon. Compulsory modules by year include Year 1: Contemporary Challenges, Fundamentals of the Social Sciences, Special Subjects A, Special Subjects B; Year 2: From Student to Scholar: Successful Research in the Modern World, Theories of International Relations; Year 3: Advanced Research Skills for Social and Political Sciences, Dissertation.

Career pathways

Our students pursue a wide variety of jobs after graduating. Some Brunel graduates such as John McDonnell MP, or former Labour party general secretary Baroness McDonagh, opt for careers in politics.

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