Politics and Social Policy Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Politics permeates every aspect of our lives – shaping our opinions, informing our decisions and helping us to understand what motivates people.

When you study Politics at the University of Stirling, you’ll increase your awareness of the different political systems, ideologies and policies that impact people’s lives regionally, nationally and globally. We’re ranked among the best universities for Politics in Scotland, and are highly regarded for our strong, research-led approach to teaching.

A Politics degree helps you develop the intellectual, communication and analytical skills employers are looking for. You’ll open the door to a wide range of career opportunities – from politics itself, to connected arenas such as commerce, civil service, journalism, law and teaching. There are also plenty of opportunities to broaden your horizons by studying abroad during your course, including through our Politics-specific partnership with the University of Gothenburg in Sweden.

Enhance your understanding of how the world works, and gain the skills you need to play your part in shaping it with a Politics degree from the University of Stirling.

From diversity and inequality to education and health, you’ll explore a vast range of topics foundational to every society. Not only will you gain an in-depth knowledge of how societies work, you’ll also learn how major social issues can be addressed through effective policies. 

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The UK Office for National Statistics (ONS) expects employment in social and welfare roles in the UK to grow by 11% between 2024 and 2030, creating around 149,000 additional jobs.

### our course will cover:

* crucial questions about diversity, discrimination and inequality in the 21st century;

* how societies around the world try to address social challenges;

* how policies can be used to bring change to vital areas like health and education;

* how to collect and analyse data – and how your research can lead to change;

* a wide range of optional topics – including disability and society, housing, or crime and justice.