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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Explore contemporary global challenges through the lens of politics and economics. These include climate change, inequality and international conflict.By combining the study of politics and economics, you’ll develop a deep understanding of how and why some of the biggest global decisions are made.You’ll gain fundamental knowledge of economic and political theory, and apply this to key challenges facing national and international society. This will allow you to critically analyse major issues, such as terrorism and climate change, and how we can respond to them.In Year 1, you’ll focus on the core concepts of politics, international relations and economics. You'll study micro and macroeconomic theory and methodology, and explore contemporary political and economic systems.In Year 2, you'll improve your knowledge of comparative politics, international security, and the economics of money and finance, while developing your skills in research design and methods. Through a broad range of optional units, you'll be able to start specialising your knowledge.In your final year, you’ll write a dissertation and study the history of economic thought. You’ll also choose from a range of optional units, giving you the freedom to explore topics that interest you and prepare you for your potential future career. Optional units may cover areas like radical politics, US security policy or international political economy.Informed teaching to advance your learningYou’ll learn from teaching staff with diverse backgrounds and expertise in different areas of politics and economics. Their passion, knowledge and research shape their teaching to enhance your learning experience.Develop your professional skillsWe work to provide you with the tools and support to prepare you for employment and further study. These include:critical and analytical thinkingpresentation and communication skillsadaptability and resilience

Tuition fees

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£ 28,650per year

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University information

University of Bath

University of Bath

  • University League Table

    9th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Claverton Down, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 7AY, United Kingdom

The university's community comprises over 20,000 students. Around one-third come from outside the UK, representing 152 nationalities from around the world.
The International Support Service offers an international orientation programme and mentoring scheme to help students settle into life in the UK.
University of Bath alumni can be found contributing positively in countries worldwide. Many continue their association with Bath long after graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    8th out of 76 1

    9th out of 77 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    175 78%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    8th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    37th

    3
  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    161 82%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    6th

    1
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 78%

    42nd

    18

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