Politics and International Relations with Placement Year - BA (Hons)

St Mary's University, Twickenham

Study political institutions, theories, and developments with our London-based Politics and International Relations degree. You will advance your understanding of key contemporary challenges like:migration\climate change\global developments\war and conflict\human rights.\We will help you become a fully engaged citizen, equipped for a career that makes a difference.Tackle real-world issues with experts\You will engage with current practitioners in politics and explore solutions to pressing real world issues. Learning from staff who have worked in government and politics, you will develop both theoretical and practical knowledge.Study in London – an international political hub\We are only 30 minutes from central London – an international political hub. During your Politics and International Relations course, you’ll access the capital’s extensive resources, culture, and networks. We will also explore key institutions like:The Houses of Parliament\The British Museum\The International Maritime Organization\The Bank of England\The Migration Museum.Work placements: build professional experience\You can complete a work placement as part of your Politics and International Relations BA. This could be in sectors as varied as:public administration\business\education\culture\the Arts.\Previous students have also completed placements in:cultural heritage sites\charities\publishing companies\schools.### **About the Placement Year**A placement year enables you to undertake a year of experience in an organisation between your second and final year.It will enable you to:* apply the knowledge and skills you gain from your course in a work setting* build your commercial awareness and insights into organisations and industries you might want to work in* develop your professional skills through company training, networking skills and confidence in the workplace* get some great experience for future job applications or even land a graduate job.**Support from St Mary’s every step of the way**Securing a placement can really help you develop your job search skills and the Employability Service placement and Careers Teams can support you to find and apply for available opportunities.**Please note:** in the event that you cannot secure a placement you will be able to transfer onto the three year version of your degree programme.

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