Politics and International Relations with a Year in North America BA (Hons)
University of Kent
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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SEP-25

Duration

4 Years

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**Politics and International Relations with a Year in North America**Politics is everywhere. Its exciting, but also frustrating, messy and complex. This is your time to make a difference. Bring your determination to us and we will give you the skills and confidence to make a change.Make sense of the complex world of politics and international relations. Whether its climate change, the rise of tyrannical leaders, gender politics, or the misuse of artificial intelligence and big data, you will ...Read more


Politics and International Relations with a Year in North America

Politics is everywhere. It's exciting, but also frustrating, messy and complex. This is your time to make a difference. Bring your determination to us and we will give you the skills and confidence to make a change.Make sense of the complex world of politics and international relations. Whether it's climate change, the rise of tyrannical leaders, gender politics, or the misuse of artificial intelligence and big data, you will understand today's political problems and gain the skills to pursue a career that can solve them.You also benefit from the expertise of staff who have advised governments and conducted conflict mediation exercises. You'll deepen your understanding and develop solutions to a range of issues, such as the impact of the pandemic on politics and political polarisation.Experience a different culture, gain a new academic perspective, establish international contacts, and enhance your employability with your year abroad in either Canada or the United States.


Your Future

Our graduates look to make a difference in the organisations they join. From our vibrant and growing alumni network, recent graduates have gone on to develop careers in areas including:- Teaching- Publishing- Practical politics- Local and central government- The diplomatic service- Journalism


Location

Our city, your time.It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
82/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
47th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
52nd
Politics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
92%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Politics graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Politics graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
M
Maeva
23 Jan 24

Very overwhelming, too many accounts/apps, a lot all at once. Hard to meet people. After it gets a bit..Read more

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Alexander
12 Oct 23

The atmosphere from the architecture to the culture is genuinely amazing. Student Union though is always shut except at night for big events so I never get a chance to ask any of..Read more

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Scottish Higher

Scottish Higher:

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Access to HE Diploma:

D:24,M:21 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 - 26 Grades / Points required

T Level:

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Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

30 points in the IB Diploma or 112 UCAS Tariff points.

The University will consider applicants holding T Level qualifications in subjects which are closely aligned to the programme applied for; this will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Popular A-level subjects

Politics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

History
58%
Government & Politics
54%
English Literature
30%
Economics
19%
Religious Studies & Theology
17%
HESA

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M
Maeva
23 Jan 24
Very overwhelming, too many accounts/apps, a lot all at once. Hard to meet people. After it gets a bit...
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A
Alexander
12 Oct 23
Politics and International Relations BA (Hons)
The atmosphere from the architecture to the culture is genuinely amazing. Student Union though is always shut except at night for big events so I never get a chance to ask any of...
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University of Kent
University of Kent , Canterbury

Established in 1965, the University of Kent has a proud track record of excellence in teaching and research and is ambitious to...

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Recruitment and Admissions Office, The Registry, Darwin Road Canterbury Kent CT2 7NZ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Canterbury West  0.6 miles away

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