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Politics and International Relations (with Integrated Foundation Year) - BA (Hons)

Goldsmiths, University of London

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Goldsmiths, University of London
UCAS CODE: L2L6

Course options

  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Why study BA Politics and International Relations (with Integrated Foundation Year) at Goldsmiths


This degree offers a distinctive approach that combines the study of politics and international relations, giving you a broad knowledge and experience of both disciplines.

- Our BA in Politics and International Relations (with Integrated Foundation Year) offers an alternative entry route for students without the qualifications required for degree-level study- Before progressing onto one of our Politics and International Relations undergraduate programmes, you will have the chance to develop your academic skills and knowledge of the subject. At the point of application, you will select the undergraduate degree you wish to study but are able to change as you progress through the foundation pathway if your interests change- You will receive an introduction to the study of politics and gain a better understanding of democracy, political parties, ideologies and movements- Develop an understanding of the political background of contemporary issues such as Brexit, global governance, everyday conflicts around identity and culture, climate change and more- View politics from a range of different perspectives, such as those of feminism, post-colonial thinking, or economics- Learn to write about politics in useful ways, such as essays, political speeches and manifestos- Develop your academic skills including how to present ideas effectively in writing read, analyse and critically respond to a range of texts participate effectively in academic discussion identify how research is conducted in higher education and compare different research methodologies- You'll be given a grounding in some of the major aspects of politics and international relations. You'll learn about international systems and global governance political theory, UK, European and US politics, international political economy and undertake area-based studies of Asia, Africa and the Middle East- History, Politics and International Relations at Goldsmiths provides a lively interdisciplinary environment, specialising in the study of institutions and conflicts in a way that crosses boundaries between traditional understandings of political phenomena.- On successful completion of your Foundation Year you'll progress onto Year 1 of the degree and be able to choose from a wide range of module options that explore the aesthetics of terrorism, critical approaches to security, the politics of development, US politics and foreign policy, the geopolitics of the Middle East, and contemporary movements from the Arab Spring to ISIS. We offer a range of area-based modules covering the Middle East, China and East Asia, Africa and Latin America- We have a lively events programme that attracts renowned speakers, meaning that you'll have the opportunity to hear the latest political arguments, theories and ideas- Our unique Work Placement module gives you the opportunity to gain work experience relevant to the degree and we also give you the opportunity to study abroad

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

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University information

Goldsmiths, University of London

Goldsmiths, University of London

  • University League Table

    61st

  • Campus address

    Goldsmiths Campus, New Cross, London, London, Greater London, SE14 6NW, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    71st out of 77 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    104 53%

    53rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    54th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.87 72%

    74th

    4

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