Program Overview

The study of Politics is the study of power - who has it, how they got it, how they use it and how it can be controlled and held accountable.

• The course examines the most pressing issues facing us today including democracy and populism, gender and social change, terrorism and international security.
• You will have the option to apply for a ‘professional experience’ opportunity2, designed to further develop your skills and knowledge with the aim of maximising your employability prospects. See modules for more information.
• You will be given insights into the perspectives and motivations of policy and decision makers, as well as the impact of policy on individuals, communities, social movements and states.

Why you should study this course

• The academic staff in the School of Humanities work towards producing world-class research and publications and aim to maintain an outstanding network of professional contacts who’ll engage with you as part of your studies2.
• You can expect opportunities to apply learning to practice through attending practitioner workshops, field trips, student-led independent research and simulations2.
• Within the programme, you will enjoy elements of flexibility to shape your own assessments and pursue your own specialist fields of interest.
• You’ll receive extensive academic and pastoral support, including a module dedicated to imparting the critical thinking skills and academic competencies needed to succeed at postgraduate level, notably the capacities to analyse, evaluate and construct coherent and convincing scholarly arguments.
• You’ll also address the principles of consultancy and the theories and practices found in leadership through embedded professional development.