Study Politics at University of Southampton in the UK, Politics and International Relations

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Are you going to change society for the better? Start your journey with a BSc in Politics from the University of Southampton.Our programme offers a firm grounding in the three main areas of political theory, comparative politics, and international relations, and will develop your understanding of political systems, political ideas and thinkers, democracy and the modern state.Our BSc Politics degree is designed to develop skills in analytical and critical thinking, as well as highly valued independent research skills. Through a wide range of optional modules, you'll be introduced to crucial political debates such as the dilemmas of modern migration, the role of the media, and the future of the European Union.This degree can help lead to careers in politics, national and international political institutions, the civil service, think tanks, and campaign organisations, as well as careers in business and journalism.

Which department am I in?

Politics and International Relations

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£25,500.00 (US$ 32,931) per year

Private rented accommodation - 450 (per month in Southampton)

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

Expected September 2027

Venue

Highfield Campus

University Road,

Southampton,

SO17 1BJ, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£25,500.00 (US$ 32,931) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

Expected September 2027

Venue

Main Site - Highfield Campus

University Road , Highfield,

Southampton,

Hampshire,

SO17 1BJ, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A-levels: ABB. International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass, with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level. RQF BTEC: D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AB from two A levels; DD in the BTEC National Diploma plus B from one A-level; DDM in the BTEC National Extended Diploma. Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.