Politics (Study Abroad) : BA Hons
Lancaster UniversityLancaster, UK
Course overview
Politics affects all our lives. In this course we explore the many ways this happens. From social injustice, culture wars and climate change, to migration, crime, and declining trust in democracy.
Our expert lecturers put problem-solving at the heart of your learning as you analyse the dynamics of power in modern societies. This is your call to get informed and prepare to make your mark as a future political innovator.
Key highlights
- Includes a study abroad year as part of the degree
- Explores social injustice, culture wars, climate change and migration
- Examines crime and declining trust in democracy
- Problem-solving placed at the heart of learning
- Analyses the dynamics of power in modern societies
Entry requirements
- Welsh Baccalaureate — in place of one
- BTEC: DD — combined with A levels
- A-level: BB — plus BTEC at D 32 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects We are happy to admit applicants on the basis of five Highers, but where we require a specific subject at A level, we will typically require an Advanced Higher in that subject; combined with BTEC
Scholarships
Lancaster Sanctuary Scholarship
Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship – International
The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate programmes.
Up to £3,000Undergraduate International Regional Scholarship
The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate courses.
Up to £3,000
Careers this course leads to
- Policy analyst
- Political researcher
- Parliamentary assistant
- Public affairs consultant
- Civil servant
- Campaigns officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £26,300
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Lancaster University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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