Politics (with integrated year studying abroad) - BA (Hons)

Aberystwyth University

.On the BA Politics degree, we build on this legacy today by exploring the key dynamics which shape our world, such as ideologies, political economy, social hierarchies and liberal institutions.

Why study Politics at Aberystwyth University?

• We offer students high-quality teaching on a wide range of modules (around twenty to choose from in years 2 & 3), an intellectually stimulating but friendly environment and a real sense of community.
• Here you will study institutions and practices within different systems of government and also the role of other actors in the political arena, such as NGOs, international organisations, the military, and civil society.
• You will learn about concepts like freedom, power, injustice and democracy, as well as the impact of corruption, and how social movements shape national agendas.
• We take an international perspective at Aberystwyth, so you can compare political dynamics in locations like the Middle East, Russia or the Americas, as well as studying how power operates in the EU, the UK and at the level of devolved governments.
• As well as honing your academic skills, our modules will equip you with the know-how you’ll need for life after university, like writing blogs and policy briefs, giving presentations and using your creativity to solve problems.
• We run role-play simulation modules every year which develop skills in negotiation, persuasion, collaboration and teamwork – all essential in the world of politics.
• Our graduates go into a wide range of career pathways, such as civil service, journalism and diplomacy, or working for political parties, NGOs or international organisations like the UN, defence, as well as graduate pathways in business, industry, education and the public sector.
• In addition, we offer a number of modules taught entirely or partially through the medium of Welsh.