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UCAS CODE: L230

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Understand how equality, sovereignty and rights are shaped by politics globally. Gain the skills for a rewarding career in politics, journalism, or policy.Our Politics degree programme looks at the concepts and theories behind politics, exploring issues such as justice, democracy, liberty, sovereignty and rights.You’ll compare political systems and practices in diverse cultures and countries, learning about political processes and using empirical analysis to answer the most pressing political and social issues of our time.As you progress, you’ll be studying topics such as political science, comparative politics, rational choice theory, political economy, public administration and public policy, European politics and political theory.In your third year, you can complete a dissertation on a topic of your choice – allowing you to pursue an area of specific interest and develop a whole host of transferable skills for your future career.Graduate destinations:Politics graduates have a range of skills and can fit into a variety of positions in modern life. Our former students have followed careers in business and banking, in law, in central and local government, in teaching and research, in public and university administration, and in journalism and television.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • University League Table

    3rd

  • Campus address

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London, Houghton Street, London, Greater London, WC2A 2AE, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    3rd out of 74 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    192 89%

    7th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    91.0 91%

    1st

    4
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    45th

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