The content of this course reflects the fact that politics in the 21st Century takes place at a global level and is experienced in everyday life – in struggles against discrimination and in our interactions as consumers, workers, readers and viewers.
You'll learn about the significance of an increasingly globalised political environment and understand the significance of politics as a human activity. This distinctive degree examines the theory and practice of politics, integrating both national and international perspectives. Joint Honours courses are offered by the School of Art and Humanities and are available at our Clifton Campus. 93% of students on this course think staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey, 2021).You can choose to get involved with the student-run Politics society, which has arranged guest lectures from local MPs and numerous trips to places such as the European Parliament in Brussels.You may have the opportunity to gain work experience with local and national organisations, and to study abroad as part of the Erasmus foreign exchange scheme.The team also regularly contribute their thoughts about worldwide events and incidents to the local, national and international media. The research of our academic staff feeds directly into the course, which means you will be learning about the latest issues from world-renowned experts.This opens up careers in a wide range of fields in the public and private sectors, fostering the skills, imagination, understanding and flexibility that employers demand. Throughout the degree you'll develop a greater awareness of the complexity and connectedness of the processes that shape our world. This course encourages you to engage directly as a political scientist or theorist by doing your own independent research, culminating in the production of a final year dissertation on a topic of your choice. If you have a keen interest in current affairs and international trends, then the BA (Hons) Politics degree at NTU is ideal for you. This distinctive Politics degree examines the theory and practice of politics, integrating both national and international perspectives.