BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations and Journalism

Our BA Politics & International Relations and Journalism degree give you the opportunity to study current challenges in national and international politics while developing a range of journalistic skills that will help you understand how key events are communicated in our so-called ‘post-truth’ era of fake news and alternative facts. This degree focuses particularly on the interactions between media distribution and political governance while also giving students the opportunity to study both subjects in their breadth and diversity. We will ensure that your studies enhance knowledge, understanding, and academic confidence and deliver strong transferrable and professional skills for a career, not limited to, but particularly in media, publishing, and public relations.

During your studies, you will explore topical practical and theoretical questions. You might explore issues that arise as a result of increasing political focus on different dimensions of security and governance, for example in the modules ‘Security & Governance’, ‘Terrorism and Security’ or ‘The State in the 21st Century’. Journalism modules complement this by giving you the opportunity to consider how changing political conditions impact in areas of media production from news to features and online journalism. A module entitled ‘Journalism, Law, and Ethics’ explores why we need an understanding of the regulatory framework to work as a journalist.

Study abroad

Taking a year’s study abroad at one of our many partner universities is an excellent opportunity to broaden your understanding of the world. Living in another country opens up fresh perspectives and helps create global citizens, for example studying in America will give you first-hand experience of a Trump and Republican government. Wherever you choose to study, immersing yourself in a host country enhances your learning, giving you a greater appreciation of other cultures and societies, and a deeper understanding of their everyday lives.