Politics (with foundation year) BA (Hons)

Study the machinery of British politics while watching the cogs turning with this politics degree, featuring a Westminster placement. <br/><br/>You’ll develop critical insights by diving into the big questions of today’s society, tackling everything from wealth and power to inequalities and identity. <br/><br/>Then apply what you’ve learned in Westminster, working alongside an MP or Peer’s office so you can develop contacts and valuable real-world experience for either a year or a shorter, three-month placement. You could also spend a trimester abroad in Europe, the USA or Hong Kong. <br/><br/>The foundation year equips you with the essential knowledge and study skills you<br/>need. Upon successful completion, you can transfer seamlessly into one of our Politics degree programmes.<br/><br/>**Why study at Hull?**<br/><br/><br/>- Get a head start in Westminster: Attend our exclusive seminar series presented by senior parliamentary officials, including Black Rod and the Speaker of the House while working in the heart of British politics<br/><br/><br/>- Study abroad: Compare and contrast our political system with those in the USA, Europe or Hong Kong by spending a trimester abroad, exploring the world and expanding your horizons<br/><br/><br/>- Skills for career advantages: You’ll build your transferable skills – like research, creative problem solving and critical thinking – needed by a wide range of roles and sectors <br/><br/><br/>**Where could this take me?**<br/><br/>Affectionately known as the ‘Hull Mafia’, our graduates are well-recognised in the halls of Westminster as so many go on to careers at the heart of British politics. But that’s not your only option. <br/><br/>The skills you build on this politics degree mean you’re well-placed to head into a career in law, journalism, or activism. Previous Hull graduates have also joined the Armed Forces, the Civil Service and the intelligence services.