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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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3 Years
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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SEP-25
3 Years
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On the BA Politics degree you will learn about campaigns, elections, protest movements, policy issues and political ideals. You will explore different political arguments, rival theories, and alternative explanations. You will develop your skills in analytical and critical enquiry, debate, independent study and research, and self-motivation.
Why study this course?-You will have the opportunity to undertake a work placement through our integrated Professional Development Module. -You may have the opportunity to spend a year abroad.-You may have the opportunity to spend a semester abroad at one of our many international exchange partners.-You will have the chance to take part in an International Model NATO Conference in Washington DC. This experience provides you with a unique opportunity to participate in a role-play exercise of decision-making at NATO, working with delegates from universities and institutions across the globe.-We have an on-campus UN modelling event which is open to all students in POLSIS and attracts students from all around the world.-Studying at the University of Birmingham will boost your employability prospects - we are ranked the 3rd most targeted university of top UK employers (High Fliers Research 2023).
Exam type
A levelA level:
AAB Grades / Points required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
32 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
T Level:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
3 A Levels required
Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
The entry requirements are 6,6,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall.
BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Subsidiary Diploma are all accepted but subjects are considered on a case by case basis - contact us for further guidance.
All subjects considered; Standard offer: Distinction overall with A in the Core Component.
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.
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£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
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