- Explore the nature of power and those who govern in history, theory and practice.
- Delve into the history of political philosophy and become familiar with key concepts including justice, quality, democracy, the state and rights.
- Gain a firm grounding in the study of global politics, the interaction between states and the concepts underpinning world affairs.
- Choose between modules in international development, international security, green politics, feminism, data science and politics in Scotland, Britain, the USA and China.
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<br/>- Explore the nature of power and those who govern in history, theory and practice.<br/><br/><br/>- Delve into the history of political philosophy and become familiar with key concepts including justice, quality, democracy, the state and rights.<br/><br/><br/>- Gain a firm grounding in the study of global politics, the interaction between states and the concepts underpinning world affairs.<br/><br/><br/>- Choose between modules in international development, international security, green politics, feminism, data science and politics in Scotland, Britain, the USA and China.<br/><br/><br/>- Work with a group internationally-renowned academic experts with a strong reputation for innovative research in government and policy <br/><br/><br/>- Get practical experience via a work placement.<br/><br/><br/>Ranked 2nd in Scotland for Politics (The Times/Sunday Times University Ranking 2024).
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
University of Strathclyde
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L200
Institution Code
S78
Points of Entry
Year 1
Not Accepted
A,A,A,A
1st sitting: AAAA 2nd sitting: AAAAB (including English plus at least one other social science subject from those listed under preferred subjects below; plus National 5 Maths or Application of Maths at B-C).
32
30
Year 1 entry: 32-30 Year 2 entry: 36-32 Maths SL5
H2,H2,H3,H3,H3
Must include English
Pass
HNC Social Sciences: A in Graded Unit; Maths National 5 C, or equivalent
A,B,B
B,B,B
Year 2 entry: AAA-ABB
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