BA (Hons) British Politics and Legislative Studies at University of Hull

Programme overview

BA British Politics and Legislative Studies examines the UK political system and includes a 12-month placement working for an MP or peer in Westminster, part of the UK's largest Westminster placement programme. Teaching is accredited by Parliament.

Department: School of Politics and International Studies | Duration: 4 years full-time (includes 12-month Westminster placement) | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Hull, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include British Political History since 1945, Introduction to Political Ideologies, British Government, Introduction to Policy-Making, Introduction to Comparative Politics, Introduction to Global Political Economy, The Contemporary House of Commons, Electoral and Voting Systems, Research Methods and Ethics and Parliament in the UK: Approaches to Reform.

Career pathways

Parliament and Westminster roles, media, the Civil Service, HM Armed Forces, intelligence services, public relations, charities and international organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 128 UCAS points (A levels ABB or BTEC DDM); at least 80 points must come from A levels, BTEC or equivalent. Alternative qualifications: IB Diploma 32 points; Access to HE Diploma overall with 128 UCAS tariff points. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard UK fee per year; the 12-month Westminster placement costs 2,010 extra Source

International applicants: GBP 18,945 a year (2027/28). Standard international fee per year; the 12-month Westminster placement costs 3,620 extra Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/8a35394d-807a-5420-795e-cf2c87acd6c0

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