Politics, MA
Swansea University
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The MA in Politics gives you stimulating high level training in the core components of contemporary political study, and a solid grounding in research skills and theoretical approaches to politics. You then select options that focus on global, comparative and British politics, as well as political theory and philosophy. This degree is enriched by the chance of placement opportunities, volunteering and work experiences in small research projects, depending upon availability. The Swansea ...Read more

The MA in Politics gives you stimulating high level training in the core components of contemporary political study, and a solid grounding in research skills and theoretical approaches to politics. You then select options that focus on global, comparative and British politics, as well as political theory and philosophy. This degree is enriched by the chance of placement opportunities, volunteering and work experiences in small research projects, depending upon availability. The Swansea Employability Academy, the student-led charity Discovery as well as the Employability Office of the Faculty are here to help you find the right placement for you.

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Imogen
12 Dec 23

Swansea makes a fantastic second home. The University has such a good community feel to it and the city itself is beautiful. The sports facilities at the Uni are great and there..Read more

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Rebecca
01 Nov 23

Very helpful and active staff and student support. Great student union and events. However the set up of the uni buses makes it very difficult to get to campus at a reasonable..Read more

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Entry requirements

The typical entry requirement is a 2:2 degree with a minimum of 55% overall (or overseas equivalent).

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£9,700 per year

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£21,250 per year

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Imogen
12 Dec 23
Politics - BA (Hons)
Swansea makes a fantastic second home. The University has such a good community feel to it and the city itself is beautiful. The sports facilities at the Uni are great and there...
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Rebecca
01 Nov 23
Politics - BA (Hons)
Very helpful and active staff and student support. Great student union and events. However the set up of the uni buses makes it very difficult to get to campus at a reasonable...
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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

Located on the stunning Swansea Bay coastline, this Welsh university provides easy access to the city centre, as well as to the beaches...

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Swansea University
Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  1.2 miles away

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