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Politics and Social Policy - BA (Hons)

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Our Politics and Social Policy BA combines two impactful disciplines, equipping you with the skills to drive societal change locally and globally.Benefit from global opportunities, professional placements, and a range of optional modules. With a focus on research and real-world impact, this course prepares you for careers in government, policy, or international organisations. You’ll also have the chance to participate in Model NATO, gaining invaluable experience in diplomacy and decision-making, with events in Washington DC, London, and Lisbon.Politics looks at how power is exercised, how political decisions are made, and who these decisions are made by. On this programme you will learn about campaigns, elections, protest movements, policy issues and political ideals. You will explore different political arguments, rival theories and alternative explanations, whilst developing your skills in analytical and critical enquiry, debating and self-motivation.Social Policy is an interdisciplinary degree, drawing on subjects such as sociology, politics, psychology, history, media studies, and philosophy hence the degree is suitable for students currently studying a range of A level subjects. Social Policy joint honours degree programmes enable students to blend the interdisciplinary approach to Social Policy with the study of a complementary discipline.


Reasons to study this course

- Study a combination theory with practical learning, offering critical thinking, problem-solving, and policy-shaping expertise valued by employers while preparing you for careers in government, NGOs, and international organisations- Engage in Model NATO events globally, enhancing diplomacy and crisis-management skills. The opportunity to complete a Professional Development module enables you to apply your learning in practice to significantly boost your employability.- Choose from diverse optional modules, tailoring your studies to align with your career aspirations, broadening your expertise in both political science and social policy.- Learn from renowned academics, gaining insights from leading experts in politics, social policy, and international relations, providing a research-focused, globally relevant education.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 27,720per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities and is known all around the world for its pioneering research.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    19th out of 77 4

    6th out of 33 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    132 67%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    8th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.11 78%

    51st

    1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    133 67%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    6th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.06 77%

    21st

    5

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