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Manchester Metropolitan University

19 politics courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 51st
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WUSCA ranking: 76th
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The staff, peer guides, students etc... Have been very supportive! They help whenever they can and provide the necessary information to succeed. The lectures halls and class rooms and labs are very well maintained, everyone is punctual, they are very good at communication and answering follow up questions. Overall the staff and people at MMU are the highlight of the university overall. However some things that would need to be improved on is the washrooms. They're quite small and often extremely wet or sometimes dirty. This is not the case every where or in every washroom however it seems to be a pretty consistent thing regarding bathrooms. I understand and appreciate the cleaner and staff are doing their best though, and it's a mainly student on student issue. However the general size of the bathrooms is small, especially the ones near the stairwells.

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Politics - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Developments in Politics I
  • Developments in Politics II
  • Introduction to Methods in Politics
  • Introduction to Political Ideologies
  • Key Concepts in Politics
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Politics (Foundation) - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Developments in Politics I
  • Developments in Politics II
  • Introduction to Methods in Politics
  • Introduction to Political Ideologies
  • Key Concepts in Politics
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University of Brighton

5 politics courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 70th
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WUSCA ranking: 89th
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The support Brighton Uni has given me so much support with this course and made it very clear who to contact if any issues arise. I also know from friends how incredibly supportive and sympathetic the uni has been when they have experienced personal issues. This is my second Uni I have studied at, and Brighton is far better with the support it gives its students compared to the first one.

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Year 1
  • Democracy
  • Globalisation, Conflict and the Environment
  • Historical Inquiry
  • Philosophical Inquiry
  • Studying Cultures
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  • Democracy
  • Globalisation, Conflict and the Environment
  • Historical Inquiry
  • Philosophical Inquiry
  • Studying Cultures
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University of Portsmouth

18 politics courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 52nd
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WUSCA ranking: 84th
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Too much reliance on technology I know this is standard but there should be a little more wiggle room for those who despise using laptops and other technology or struggle to use it as it kills work ethic

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Politics - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Analysing Politics: Britain and Beyond
  • Global Development
  • Key Themes in International Relations
  • Political Thought
  • Professional Practice: Skills For Academic and Professional Success
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International Relations and Politics - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Analysing Politics: Britain and Beyond
  • Global Development
  • Key Themes in International Relations
  • Political Thought
  • Professional Practice: Skills For Academic and Professional Success
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University of Plymouth

6 politics courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 34th
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WUSCA ranking: 50th
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The student union is a lovely space which holds regular events, and there is lots of support for students available. There is a nice atmosphere on campus with lots of places to eat and study. A new green space has recently opened giving it a bit more of a campus feel despite being in the city centre and lots of the buildings are very modern. I love that it is close to shops and amenities with good nightlife yet also a short walk from the sea and the barbican which are lovely places to relax.bI really like that all courses are on the main campus, as opposed to other universities which have a separate campus for healthcare students which can cause you to feel a bit isolated and do not have access to the same facilities other students do. Having said that, whilst the healthcare facilities are adequate, other universities I did visit seemed to have slightly better facilities (more modern, better layout and equipment available). The uni has recently opened a healthcare building however I am in my 2nd year and have not yet been able to use it which is disappointing. The uni halls are very basic and I though expensive for what was offered, however there is a good range of private student accommodation available in plymouth for better quality at a lower price which I would recommend. On the whole, my experience so far has been very positive and I would reccomend this university.

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International Relations
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Year 1
  • Comparative Democracies (PIR4004)
  • Democracy and Democratization (PIR4001)
  • Discovering World Politics (PIR4002)
  • Imagining World Order (PIR4003)
  • International Relations Since 1945 (PIR4005)
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Geography with International Relations - BA (Hons)
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  • Changing Places (GGH1202)
  • Culture, Society and Space (GGH1203)
  • Geographical Journeys (GGX1205)
  • Imagining World Order (IRL100)
  • International Relations Since 1945 (IRL102)
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University of Leicester

12 politics courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 41st
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WUSCA ranking: 32th
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The campus is easy access, even for someone who isn’t living in student accommodation on campus. Every member of staff and member of the student union that I’ve spoken to has been extremely helpful and has helped to clarify any issues that I’ve been having. The university of Leicester is a challenging, yet exciting institution to study at.

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Politics - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Comparative European Politics
  • Introduction to American Government and Politics
  • Political Concepts(double module)
  • Politics, Power and Ethics(double module)
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History and Politics - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Comparative European Politics
  • Medieval and Early Modern Europe: People, Power, Faith, and Culture
  • Politics, Power and Ethics (double module)
  • The Shock of the Modern
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London South Bank University

1 politics courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 74th
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WUSCA ranking: 71th
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I am currently studying MSc Data Science at London South Bank University, and my experience has been really positive. The professors are excellent, very knowledgeable, and always ready to help students whenever needed. The university is truly student friendly and understands the challenges we face. They always try their best to provide the right support and guidance. The placement opportunities here are also excellent, with a strong focus on helping students build their careers. Overall, LSBU is a great place to study, learn, and grow.

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Politics and International Relations - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • International Relations in Theory and Practice
  • International Society: Conflict, Revolution and Empire
  • Political Ideas in Practice
  • Social Justice in Action
  • Social Sciences in the Contemporary World: Themes, Concepts, and Higher Education Skills
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University of Glasgow

46 politics courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 16th
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WUSCA ranking: 42th
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Best experience: a lot of student space when studying out of hours Worst experience: Student food is very expensive, it is well known that most students can not afford luxury goods, as most are not dependent on their parents but are not able to have a full time job, yet to have a nutritious meal you need to spend like you have money, majority does not have the privilege to enjoy two nutritious meals a day and the access we have to food in the university does not help

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Politics - MA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Politics 1A: Introduction to Politics
  • Politics 1B: Introduction to International Relations
  • Politics 2A: History of Political Thought
  • Politics 2B: Introduction to Comparative Politics
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Classics/Politics - MA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Classical Civilisation 1A Online Version: Early Greece, From Troy To Plataea, 776-479 BC
  • Classical Civilisation 1A: Early Greece, From Troy To Plataea, 776-479 BC
  • Classical Civilisation 1B Online Version: Republican Rome, 220-31 BC
  • Classical Civilisation 1B: Republican Rome, 220-31 BC
  • Politics 1A: Introduction to Politics
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University of Chichester

6 politics courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
WUSCA ranking: 69th
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Chichester is a safe city/town. It’s got a really nice atmosphere to it but not the best night life. The university could do with more communication between courses, especially those in joint routes.

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Politics and Contemporary History - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Contemporary British History: 1979-2016
  • Contemporary British History:1945-1979
  • Introduction to Political Ideas
  • Introduction to Soft Power: Britain and Its Cultural Diplomacy in the Twenty-First Century
  • Russia and China: An Introduction to Post-Communism
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Politics and Philosophy & Ethics - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Introduction to Political Ideas
  • Introduction to Soft Power: Britain and its Cultural Diplomacy in the Twenty-First Century
  • Law and Society
  • The Quest for Truth
  • The United States: An Introduction (1763 ? The Present)
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Nottingham Trent University

8 politics courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 47th
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WUSCA ranking: 13th
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NTU offers amazing facilities particularly for the animal science courses. Studying at Brackenhurst you get to explore beautiful grounds and historic architecture whilst provided with on hand experience with animals. Living on city campus you get to experience the classic uni life surrounded by independent clubs, bars, restaurants, cafes, etc. Moreover, the endless societies can take you to the national ice centre, the climbing gym or into the peak district.

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Politics - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • British Political History
  • British Politics: Governing in a Global Age
  • Foundations and Challenges to International Relations
  • Media, Power and Politics
  • Political Ideologies in Conflict
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Year 1
  • An Introduction to International Relations
  • International Relations and Global History
  • Media Power and Truth
  • Politics and International Relations in Practice
  • Study and Research Skills
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University of Derby

6 politics courses EAST MIDLANDS
WUSCA ranking: 48th
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I really enjoy making friends at university and one of the aspects I appreciate the most is the small class sizes. In these settings, it feels much easier to contribute to discussions and engage with the material. This enhances my learning and the combination of small classes and the opportunity to meet new people has made my university experience incredibly fulfilling. The only thing I would improve is more choices for lunches that also cater to a Halal diet.

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Year 1
  • A Century of World Politics
  • Approaches to Cultural and Political Understanding
  • Debating Current Global Affairs
  • Interpreting the Past
  • Political Thought and Praxis
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