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Politics degrees

At 91¶¶Òõ we offer three distinct but interconnected politics degrees – you can choose to specialise in gender politics or international relations, or study one degree encompassing all of these elements.

As a politics student, you’ll be part of our School of Humanities and Social Science, which has a reputation for its research in radical politics, applied philosophy and ethics, critical theory and social movements and global politics.

We're in the UK top 20% for graduate earnings in Politics, three years after graduating - Longitudinal Educational Outcomes 2024

Undergraduate degrees

  • Politics BA(Hons)
  • Politics and International Relations BA(Hons)
  • Politics, Sexuality and Gender BA(Hons)

Postgraduate degrees

  • Environmental Politics MRes
  • Globalisation: Politics, Conflict and Human Rights MA (PGCert PGDip)
  • Humanities MRes
  • Social Science MRes

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Through our Radical Futures research centre we harness disruptive ideas, open debate and progressive thinking to redress the inequalities and social injustices of the twenty-first century.

“Politics courses at 91¶¶Òõ are about engaging with urgent global challenges and learning how to make positive change for a more sustainable future – environmentally, economically, socially and culturally. All the courses benefit from real-world engagement with organisations and groups in 91¶¶Òõ which is one of the most dynamic and diverse cities in Europe. All the courses are taught by a staff team with world-leading expertise across a range of specialisms.”

Professor Stephen Maddison, Head of the School of Humanities and Social Science

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What jobs can I do with a politics degree?

If you have a degree in politics, you may be attracted to occupations in central or local government, the Civil Service, or charitable organisations. Still, there are numerous other possible career paths available to you, such as law and business. Here's 10 jobs you could get with a politics degree.

  • Lobbyist
  • Campaign manager or strategist
  • Political consultant
  • Public policy analyst
  • Government affairs director
  • Political reporter or journalist
  • Political scientist
  • Foreign service officer
  • Political campaign fundraiser
  • Non-profit advocacy organisation director.

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Centre for Applied Philosophy, Politics and Ethics

Take a look at our research centre which explores the links between philosophy, critical theory, global ethics, other disciplines and the wider public.

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School of Humanities and Social Science

Find out about our School of Humanities and Social Science, which also covers history of art, English and social sciences

Read the latest news from across all subjects in the school and hear about upcoming events.

Politics-related degrees

Related courses

  • Contemporary History BA(Hons)
  • Globalisation: History, Politics, Culture BA(Hons)
  • Philosophy, Politics, Ethics BA(Hons)
  • Sociology BA(Hons)
  • Social Science BA(Hons)

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  • Humanities
  • History of art and design
  • English literature and creative writing
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