Course Overview

This BA in Politics and Language offers you the opportunity to reach a high level of competence in a modern language (French, German, Italian, Japanese, or Spanish) at the same time as allowing you to acquire advanced knowledge of a range of cultural topics and develop an understanding of the nature of politics and government in contemporary societies.

You will compare and contrast the institutions and practices of government in different societies and analyze different theories of politics and government. A number of cross-cultural modules will allow you to explore specific themes across a variety of language-speaking areas.

Graduates can pursue career paths in the local and national government, policy work, research, or education. Possible professions include:

journalist

charity officer

diplomatic services operational officer

civil service fast-streamer.

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General Eligibility

UCAS TARIFF POINTS

96-128 points (e.g. A-levels CCC-ABB)

The UCAS tariff score is applicable to you if you have recently studied a qualification that has a UCAS tariff equivalence. UCAS provides a tariff calculator for you to work out what your qualification is worth within the UCAS tariff.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.