BA (Hons) Politics and War Studies

... United Kingdom
... York St John University

Course Overview

Politics at all levels is fundamentally about power. By combining Politics with War Studies, you will focus on how power is challenged and developed when states come into conflict with one another. You will consider how political institutions and ideas can both maintain social order and drive people to war. With this degree, you will develop advanced skills in political analysis. You will address urgent political questions from local, national, and global perspectives, gaining a deeper understanding of the institutions and processes which drive modern states. You will also explore how wars start and end, the morality of war, and the concept of a €˜just war. You will draw on history, media, American studies, film, literature, and more to deepen your understanding of War and Politics.

General Eligibility

104 UCAS Tariff points 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including the English Language.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • If English is not your first language you will need to show that you have English Language competence at IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or equivalent.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Economics and Politics


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Campus Name

York campus


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 3 years, Part-Time, 6 years


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

UK: £9,250, International/EU: £13,000,


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