34 Bachelors of Arts in Politics 2023

Politics, philosophy and economics (PPE) are central to understanding how modern societies are organised and governed. By studying them together you'll gain a combination of skills that’s in high demand across the private, public and non-profit sectors. Whilst PPE has been described as ‘the degree that runs Britain’, this combination is better viewed as the study of how countries are run, what motivates and constrains their rulers and residents, and how social order and prosperity are best understood and promoted. All three disciplines are presented in up-to-date form, covering alternative as well as ‘mainstream’ approaches and firmly rooted in the real world. -

This programme provides students with intellectual training in the mutually enriching disciplines of History and Politics. A key premise of the programme is that understanding the present and anticipating the future requires the ability to study and interpret the past and to appreciate how the insights of political theory and the tools of historical inquiry combine to illuminate political developments, including those in the contemporary world. -

Examine today's fundamental questions using applied statistical and data-analytic methods. -

The BA in Politics and Governance is a contemporary academic program combining a strong politics and governance core with a variety of choices including international relations, economics, and management. It is a curriculum aiming to prepare students for the more complex and interrelated world. No country or company is an island these days – they are all affected by political, societal, and economic trends, national and international policies, and governmental and non-governmental actors. The program equips students with a broad knowledge basis to prepare them for a future not just in the government or party politics, but also as knowledgeable and able actors in international organizations, the third sector, or even the private sector. Take the first step in fulfilling your dreams by studying at Tallinn University's School of Governance, Law, and Society! Why study with us? The politics and governance BA is a brand new program launched in 2016, yet is based on the success of its Estonian sister program which has been one of the most popular programs with student applicants in Estonia for years. It offers a good ratio of focus and flexibility – roughly half of the program consists of compulsory courses while the student can choose between different specializations and free electives in the other half. A good springboard for MA studies – while there is an ample selection of English degree programs in political science, public management and administration, governance, and international relations across Europe, our program is one of the few English politics and governance BA programs in continental Europe. Broad career prospects – our Estonian sister program shows that students have many possible career paths in public service, media industries, political parties, and NGOs as well as in entrepreneurship. Tallinn University has a modern and well-equipped campus with all the amenities from a convenient library and 24-hour study rooms to a vegan cafeteria and its own cinema. There are various possibilities to complement your studies with new skills, e.g. by studying languages and cultures (English, French, German, Italian, Chinese, and Japanese). There are numerous conferences and public lectures from visiting scholars and practitioners from around the globe taking place at the university. As Tallinn is also Estonia's administrative capital, it is convenient to visit specialized events happening outside the university, network, and find specialized internships. Why School of Governance, Law, and Society? Size means variety – Tallinn University School of Governance, Law, and Society (SOGOLAS) is the largest academic unit in Tallinn University with ca. 1800 students, 26 different study programs, and ca. 100 staff members. This means the students can choose from a large set of subjects from all of the major fields of social sciences. Internationalised staff with high qualifications - the study areas of political science and governance and international relations and future studies include 7 professors and about 25 other permanent academic staff members, from Estonia and abroad. Everyone teaching in the program has international teaching experience. Opportunities to continue studies with us – the institute also has 1 English MA program (International Relations), and a Ph.D. program accessible to English-speaking students. Technologically advanced – all course materials can be accessed online, so you do not have to spend extra on coursebooks and copies. Small study groups – most of our English courses are relatively small, normally hosting around 15-30 students, which allows a more interactive teaching style. Vibrant student life – SOGOLAS has an active student union Civitas and a vibrant student life around International Relations Society organized by the students themselves. Additionally, you can join the international club of the university. -

Liberal Studies is a program that offers subjects of Business Sciences and Humanities, with a teaching load of 65 credits. The program offers students compulsory subjects, and others of free choice of interest, that they can choose with the help of the Dean of Students. To successfully complete the program, you must take a 2-credit internship course. After completing two years in Madrid, students finish their Bachelor studies at Endicott College or at another North American university. -

Our BA Politics degree programme will equip you with the ability to analyse, understand and debate issues in the UK and global politics and international relations. You will explore political theory and philosophy as well as the practice of modern politics in our everyday lives. You will engage in debate around major political challenges, such as global power politics, terrorism, climate change and the politics of gender, race and class. You will graduate as an authority on a wide range of topics, and equipped with the confidence and skills you need for a successful career. Guest speakers and field trips to political organisations enrich the course and provide further opportunities for learning. Through career mentoring events and work experience opportunities, your employability will also be greatly enhanced. You will also have the opportunity to study abroad with one of our global university partners. This course also has the option of a one-year paid work placement, to boost your employability even further. The course is designed to build your professional skills and broaden your horizons by giving you experience of a wide range of activities, such as presenting at conferences, and creating book reviews, blogs and digital campaigns. This course has a timetable designed to fit around your commitments, and we have plenty of support for commuting students, including free on-campus car parking, excellent transport links and a free bus service, as well as face-to 24/7 online study and career support. We also offer all new students guaranteed on-campus accommodation on our campus in south-west London. We are ranked as the best modern university in London (Times Good University Guide 2022 and Complete University Guide 2022). -

Understand the political issues shaping – and dividing – societies worldwide, and discover the integral role politics plays in every aspect of people’s lives globally. In this BA (Hons) Politics degree, you’ll tackle the major issues facing people and politicians today, including Brexit, the NHS, and life in a ‘post-truth’ world. -

The Joint Honours Programme in International Relations and Politics will provide you with an in-depth, interdisciplinary understanding of contemporary politics, international affairs and conflict situations in their political, historical, cultural, economic and legal dimensions. Dedicated modules will introduce you to core concepts and debates in International Relations and the study of conflict, as well as to the particular European experience of regional integration. You will acquire familiarity with the experiences of differing national polities and societies, facilitating the development of culturally sensitive cross-national comparisons. -

The BA-program Society, Media, and Politics (SMP) integrates the social sciences necessary to tackle the key challenges of our globalized world in a digitized context. Sociology, media studies, and political sciences are learned from a problem-solving and research-oriented, student-centered perspective. -

The Politics and Society bachelor’s program is a study of politics and social sciences with special emphasis on affairs in modern Europe. Students enjoy an interdisciplinary program lectured by an -

Do you find questions of power, conflict, rights, law, or justice interesting? Do you like examining and debating issues such as immigration, war, and peace, the environment, campaign finance, foreign relations, human rights, or nationalism? Do you want to learn how other countries struggle to face political challenges in ways that often differ dramatically from those of the United States? If so, a Politics major may be right for you. The Loras Politics major offers courses in American and global politics and political thought. Professors emphasize multiple perspectives, critical thinking, and lively student interaction. -