Politics BA (Hons)

Curious about who really controls Britain or how poverty shapes lives? Our politics degree lets you dive into these big questions and more. <br/><br/>You will explore political theory – understanding the ideas behind power – while also studying the systems and institutions that impact our world. Plus, you will delve into activist politics, learning how protests and social movements create change. <br/><br/>The wide range of options means that you can tailor your studies to your interests, from environmental politics to gender studies. You will also conduct your own research, ending with a dissertation on a topic you are passionate about.<br/><br/>**We offer three other politics undergraduate courses.**<br/><br/><br/>- Politics and International Relations BA(Hons)<br/><br/><br/>- Politics, Sexuality and Gender BA(Hons)<br/><br/><br/>- Politics and Social Change BA(Hons)<br/><br/><br/>**TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE**<br/><br/><br/>- Learn in a vibrant, progressive city with a reputation for radical, environmental, and LGBTQI+ activism. <br/><br/><br/>- Your lecturers are internationally recognised researchers on issues including populism, gender studies, the Middle East, environmentalism, migration, housing and political theory. <br/><br/><br/>- You will engage with cutting edge academic research. The university’s Centre for Philosophy, Politics and Ethics hosts regular talks, seminars, workshops and conferences and offers an annual undergraduate research prize. <br/><br/><br/>- Guest speakers have included Caroline Lucas and Sue Shanks (Green Party), Yousef Eldin (BBC documentary producer), Nancy Hawker (Amnesty International) and Prof Angie Wilson (ex-Chair of the Political Studies Association, researching sexuality and politics), as well as representatives from Make the Shift, The Free West Papua Campaign and Brighton & Hove Community Land Trust. <br/><br/><br/>- Assignments don’t just mean essays, youll be assessed in lots of ways including films, podcasts, data visualisations, political speeches, social media campaigns; the types of projects that will be valued by employers. <br/><br/><br/>- Graduate with both theoretical and practical knowledge. Our courses offer practical skills and real-world experiences to prepare you for your future careers, with opportunities to undertake placements, design a campaign for a political organisation and learn digital communication skills. <br/><br/><br/>- The university’s commitment to addressing global challenges is the lens through which you will learn and issues such as climate change, equality and inclusivity, and sustainability are embedded in all teaching on our politics courses. <br/><br/><br/>- Our decolonised approach to teaching and learning emphasises lived experience, recognising that knowledge is held in communities not only in academic institutions. <br/><br/><br/>- You will be studying in a thriving community alongside students taking related degrees which informs our delivery.<br/>

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Essential graduate skills are built into every course, and you can make your CV stand out even more with optional placements and study abroad. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate confident with the knowledge and skills to make a difference and kick-start your career.<br/><br/>Brighton don't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you have a smooth transition to university. <br/><br/>The University of Brighton is based on the south coast, between the sea and the Sussex countryside. Brighton is one of the most unique cities in the UK and it is bursting with life. Independent and inclusive, students can enjoy shopping, green spaces, sports facilities and brilliant nightlife. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming; with the city being home to galleries and museums, in addition to hosting world-famous music acts. There is also the AMEX stadium, where the Premier League Brighton and Hove Albion FC play their matches. Brighton truly has it all!