BA (Hons) Politics (Placement Year) at Lancaster University

Programme overview

Politics affects all our lives. In this course we explore the many ways this happens. From social injustice, culture wars and climate change, to migration, crime, and declining trust in democracy.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences | Department: School of Global Affairs | Duration: Full time 4 years | Study mode: full-time (includes a year in industry/placement) | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Global Challenges in World Politics, Parties, Populism and Protest, Policy Lab, Political Theory in a Troubled World, British Politics: Political Ideas in Action. Year 2 core modules: Theories of Power and the State, Understanding Political Research. Year 3 core modules: Work Based Learning Year. Year 4 core modules: Politics and International Relations Dissertation.

Career pathways

This course will equip you with a versatile skill set that prepares you for a wide range of exciting careers. Throughout your studies, you'll develop strong analytical, research and communication skills, as well as a deep understanding of politics across the globe.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: ABB. Access to HE Diploma: 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus 15 Level 3 credits at Merit. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM. BTEC in combination with A levels: A level at grade B plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade BB plus BTEC at D. International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects. T levels: Distinction overall. GCSE requirements: English Language grade 4/C. English language requirements: If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component for this programme.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

International applicants: GBP 26,300 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

Duration: Full time 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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