OverviewStudy international, economic, cultural and social history and many geographical areas including the Americas, parts of Asia, Britain and EuropeYou'll gain a sound knowledge of the four principal areas of politics: political thought, international relations, comparative government, and public policyOur broad range of optional modules in your second and third years gives you the flexibility to tailor your degree to your interests and career ambitionsPrepare for your future career by developing a range of skills valued by a wide range of employers from the media to teaching and the public, private and charity sectorsGet involved with the Politics and various Language student societies, make friends, attend socials and seminars and hear from guest speakers Our four-year ‘with Study Abroad’ degree, offers you the possibility of spending your third year abroad, studying with one of our many partner universities.Why Study Abroad?Living and studying in a different country is an exciting experience that broadens your academic and cultural horizons, as well as giving you the opportunity to widen your circle of friends. Students who have studied abroad demonstrate initiative, independence, motivation and, depending on where they stay, may also have gained a working knowledge of another language – all key qualities that employers are looking for in today’s competitive employment environment.