BA (Hons) Politics at University of East Anglia

Study how power works while learning from experts shaping debates in Westminster and beyond. Develop analytical, communication, and practical skills to make an impact in your future career. Politics examines how power is distributed, contested, and justified, from local councils to international institutions.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities  |  Department: School of Politics, Philosophy and Area Studies  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with year abroad; 4 years full-time with placement year  |  Study mode: full-time (year abroad available) (placement year available)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In your first year, you’ll build a strong foundation in how politics works, in the UK and globally. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Rights & Wrongs: an Introduction to Social and Political Theory, Understanding Politics Today: Approaches, Issues and Case Studies, Power, (dis)order & Security: Understanding Global Politics 1, Introduction to Political Communication, Globalisation, Governance and Justice: Understanding Global Politics 2. Year 2: Introduction to Data Analysis for Politics and International Relations, States, Institutions and Citizens. Year 3: Dissertation or Research Project in Politics and International Relations.

Career pathways

With BA Politics, you could develop a career as a: Policy Officer: Develop and review policies for government departments, local councils, or public institutions Campaign Manager: Organise advocacy campaigns and strategies for charities, NGOs, or political groups Political Journalist: Report on elections, governments, and political events for media organisations Public Affairs Consultant: Advise organisations on government relations, regulation, and political developments Politics Researcher: Conduct research on political issues for universities, think tanks, or policy organisations

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