Politics, Sexuality and Gender BA (Hons)

This cutting-edge degree places sexuality and gender at the heart of political study, taking an inclusive and intersectional approach.

You will dive into critical issues like reproductive politics, trans* rights, and the rise of ‘anti-gender’ movements, exploring them through feminist, queer and trans* theory.

Customise your studies with option modules that align with your passions, and gain hands-on experience through practice-based projects that tackle global challenges.

Placements with local feminist and LGBTQI+ groups provide real-world experience. You will graduate equipped with the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful impact in the field.

We offer three other politics undergraduate courses.


• Politics BA(Hons)



• Politics and International Relations BA(Hons)



• Politics and Social Change BA(Hons)



TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE


• Brighton is unique in offering an undergraduate course focused on this vital field.



• You will have the opportunity to apply to spend a semester studying abroad in your second year at a partner university.



• You can work with the Centre for Transforming Sexuality and Gender, which hosts regular talks, seminars, workshops and conferences, as well as offering research internships.



• Learn in a vibrant, progressive city with a reputation for radical, environmental and LGBTQI+ activism.



• Your lecturers are internationally recognised researchers on issues including populism, gender studies, the Middle East, environmentalism, migration, housing and political theory.



• You will engage with cutting-edge academic research. The university’s Centre for Philosophy, Politics and Ethics hosts regular talks, seminars, workshops and conferences and offers an annual undergraduate research prize.



• Guest speakers have included Caroline Lucas and Sue Shanks (Green Party), Yousef Eldin (BBC documentary producer), Nancy Hawker (Amnesty International) and Prof Angie Wilson (ex-Chair of the Political Studies Association, researching sexuality and politics), as well as representatives from Make the Shift, The Free West Papua Campaign and Brighton & Hove Community Land Trust.



• Assignments don’t just mean essays, we offer you assessment methods including films, podcasts, data visualisations, political speeches, social media campaigns; the types of projects that will be valued by employers.



• You will graduate with both theoretical and practical knowledge. Our courses offer practical skills and real-world experiences, with opportunities to undertake placements, design a campaign for a political organisation and learn digital communication skills.



• The university’s commitment to addressing global challenges is the lens through which you will learn and issues such as climate change, equality and inclusivity, and sustainability are embedded in all teaching on our politics courses.



• Our decolonised approach to teaching and learning places emphasis on lived experience, recognising that knowledge is held in communities not only in academic institutions.

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. Work experience is guaranteed through placements on every course, and other opportunities like study abroad and working on real-world projects will make your CV stand out. Almost 9 out of 10 of Brighton’s UK graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes, 2025). And you'll be supported throughout, with Brighton's lifelong career support.

Brighton is a place where everyone belongs, and has been rated one of the most inclusive cities in the world (TimeOut 2025). The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round. In fact, it's the number one creative city in the UK, making it a great place to live and study.

The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university. You might also be eligible for elements of their award-winning Brighton Boost support package, including help with the cost of halls, travel, equipment and more - head to their website to see what you could get.

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