Politics BA (Hons)
University of PortsmouthPortsmouth, United Kingdom
Course overview
On this Politics degree, you'll study challenges that politicians and the public face, and the historic flash points that led to our current system of government. Foundation year option available
Key highlights
- Examines challenges facing politicians and the public today
- Explores historic flash points that shaped the current system of government
- Optional sandwich year with a work placement
- Foundation year route available for students needing extra preparation
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBC-BCC — Typical offers for BA (Hons) Politics A levels - BBC-BCC UCAS points - 104-112 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels, or equivalent ( calculate your UCAS points ) T-levels - Merit BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DMM Inte…
- UCAS tariff points: 104-112 — Typical offers for BA (Hons) Politics A levels - BBC-BCC UCAS points - 104-112 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels, or equivalent ( calculate your UCAS points ) T-levels - Merit BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DMM Inte…
- T-level: Merit — …include a minimum of 2 A levels, or equivalent ( calculate your UCAS points ) T-levels - Merit BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DMM International Baccalaureate - 24 You may need to have studied specific subjects or GCSEs - see ful…
- BTEC: DMM — BTECs (Extended Diplomas
- International Baccalaureate: 24 — …calculate your UCAS points ) T-levels - Merit BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DMM International Baccalaureate - 24 You may need to have studied specific subjects or GCSEs - see full entry requirements and other qualifications we…
- UCAS tariff points: 32 — …years with ICP Typical offers for BA (Hons) Politics with Foundation Year UCAS points - 32 tariff points at A level, or equivalent ( calculate your UCAS points ) You may need to have studied specific subjects - find full…
Scholarships
Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship
This scholarship will take the form of a £5,000 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.
Up to £5,000Sanctuary Scholarship
Sport Scholarships
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Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship
This scholarship will take the form of a £2,500 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Policy officer
- Political researcher
- Parliamentary assistant
- Public affairs consultant
- Civil servant
- Campaigns officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £1,468 per year | International: £3,000 per year
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 University of Portsmouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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