Politics and Economics BSc (Hons)

Why choose this course
At a time when economic and political contexts take centre stage in shaping our lives, and interact with each other at a fundamental level, our BSc Politics and Economics course will provide you with the tools and knowledge to better understand the different forms of power that shape the world around us.

We are ranked in the top 10 for business and economics in the United Kingdom by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020 by subject.

What you will study
Our BSc Politics and Economics course will provide you with an in-depth understanding of core political and economic concepts, theories and methodologies. You’ll then be able to specialise in a wide variety of areas, from political economy and financial markets through to international organisations and international trade.

Your time will be split equally between modules in politics and economics, allowing you to draw links between the two both in the theoretical and applied fields of study.

You’ll be provided with the knowledge necessary to tackle some of the most pressing questions that confront us today, from the role of markets in civic life to the existence of rationality in decision making.

Politics research seminars
The Department of Politics sponsors a regular seminar series during term-time and brings together academic staff and postgraduate and undergraduate students from the University.

These research seminars provide a forum for the presentation of cutting-edge research papers and increase awareness among our students about developments in diverse themes of research in the field today.

We regularly invite the high-profile UK and international scholars to present their work, and we encourage discussions with the audience. The seminars may also include insights from practitioners; from overseas politicians to activists. All members of the University and the wider public community are welcome to participate.

Study Option:- BSc (Hons) UCAS: LL12 (3 years)
                          BSc (Hons) UCAS: LL13 (4 years with professional training) (Fees Professional training £1,850)