**Our politics degree will give you the tools to think critically about how power is exercised, how political decisions are made, and who makes these decisions, while developing your knowledge and practical skills.**
On the BA Politics degree you will learn about campaigns, elections, protest movements, policy issues and political ideals. You will explore different political arguments, rival theories, and alternative explanations. You will develop your skills in analytical and critical enquiry, debate, independent study and research, and self-motivation.
**Why st...
**Our politics degree will give you the tools to think critically about how power is exercised, how political decisions are made, and who makes these decisions, while developing your knowledge and practical skills.**<br/><br/>On the BA Politics degree you will learn about campaigns, elections, protest movements, policy issues and political ideals. You will explore different political arguments, rival theories, and alternative explanations. You will develop your skills in analytical and critical enquiry, debate, independent study and research, and self-motivation. <br/><br/>**Why study this course?**<br/><br/>-You will have the opportunity to undertake a work placement through our integrated Professional Development Module. <br/>-You may have the opportunity to spend a year abroad.<br/>-You may have the opportunity to spend a semester abroad at one of our many international exchange partners.<br/>-You will have the chance to take part in an International Model NATO Conference in Washington DC. This experience provides you with a unique opportunity to participate in a role-play exercise of decision-making at NATO, working with delegates from universities and institutions across the globe.<br/>-We have an on-campus UN modelling event which is open to all students in POLSIS and attracts students from all around the world.<br/>-Studying at the University of Birmingham will boost your employability prospects - we are ranked the 3rd most targeted university of top UK employers (High Fliers Research 2023).
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
29/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L200
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 The entry requirements are 6,6,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Subsidiary Diploma are all accepted but subjects are considered on a case by case basis - contact us for further guidance. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalAccepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section) Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade. A levelA,A,B 3 A Levels required T LevelAll subjects considered; Standard offer: Distinction overall with A in the Core Component. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |