Politics and Sociology BA (Hons)

**8th in the UK for Sociology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)**<br/><br/>**9th in the UK for Social Sciences (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2024)**<br/><br/>**=9th in the UK for Politics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)**<br/><br/>**About the course**<br/><br/>Study in Brighton - one of UKs most politically diverse cities - and explore power, inequality, globalisation and the role of politics in society.<br/><br/>You learn from experts influencing global debates from political corruption to gender inequality. Youll enjoy regular political debates featuring guest speakers. Through sociology projects youll and develop practical research skills.<br/><br/>We also organise trips to Germany and France. On these trips, you can learn more about the current political scene and meet with politicians and academics.<br/><br/>**Internship**<br/><br/>As a final-year student, you can apply for a competitive internship with a Westminster MP.<br/><br/>**About Sussex**<br/><br/>Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, youll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.<br/><br/>**Location**<br/><br/>Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.