Politics and Economics Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Course Overview - Politics and Economics Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Politics and economics shape the world we live in. From government policy to global markets, the decisions made in these fields affect societies, businesses and individuals every day. On this degree, you will explore how these two disciplines connect and influence one another.\
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You will build a strong understanding of economic theory alongside key political ideas, learning how systems operate and how decisions are made at national and international levels. Your teaching is shaped by research from our Russell Group community, giving you insight into current debates and real...

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Years

Start Date

2027-09-20

Campus

Main Site - Highfield Campus

Course Address
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ

Application Details

Course Code

A23-E90

Institution Code

S27

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

A level

Standard offer: ABB including Maths If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A-level offer: BBB including Maths and grade A in EPQ

UCAS Tariff

Scottish Higher

We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject). Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4"

Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)

DD in the BTEC Diploma plus B in A-level Maths.

Access to HE Diploma

offer-distinction: 30.0, offer-merit: 15.0

Standard offer: 60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit. Additional Mathematics requirement needed at Level 3 - Maths A Level grade B.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C).

Scottish Advanced Higher

Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4

Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)

D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AB from two A levels including Maths.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DD in the BTEC National Diploma plus B in A-level Maths.

Extended Project

The University of Southampton values the Extended Project Qualification. Applicants taking the EPQ in addition to three A levels, may also be made an alternative offer one grade below the standard offer, conditional on an A grade in the EPQ. For more information on the University of Southampton’s EPQ Admissions Policy, please see our EPQ Admissions Policy webpage.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Standard offer: Pass, with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level and grade 5 at Higher Level in 'Analysis and Approaches' or 'Applications and Interpretation'. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales

ABB from three A levels including Maths or AB from two A levels including Maths and B from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

H2 H3 H3 H3 H3 H3 including Mathematics at H3

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AB from two A levels including Maths.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

Standard offer: D3 M2 M2 in three Principal subjects including Mathematics at M2 Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer

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EU, International £0
Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Republic of Ireland £10,050

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