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Politics at Leeds Beckett University - UCAS

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Leeds Beckett University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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27Jun
Leeds Beckett University - Undergraduate Open Day
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Course summary

Critically explore politics and some of the most pressing issues facing us today. You’ll have the opportunity to enhance your studies with fantastic placements. You’ll choose a pathway to study*: BA (Hons) Politics (L200) BA (Hons) Politics with Global Development (UCAS code L208) BA (Hons) Politics with International Relations (UCAS code L201) BA (Hons) Politics with Human Rights (UCAS code L203) Study divisive local, national and international political issues such as migration, populism and environmental change. As part of this course, you’ll:

  • Examine politics as a human activity with a local, national and global outlook
  • Study the ideas, ideologies, policies and institutions that form the foundations of modern politics
  • Understand complex policy issues and advocate solutions to problems
  • Evaluate the nature and distribution of power systems, processes and institutions of governance
  • Analyse different interpretations of political events and issues, synthesising relevant information, exercising critical judgement and constructing reasoned arguments
  • Analyse pressing issues facing us today, such as climate change, human rights, migration and the crisis of capitalism
  • Explore how the role of the state, international power relations, ethics, and political movements and ideologies such as Marxism have profound implications for the organisation of our society
  • Undertake a volunteering placement giving you work experience in the field
  • Blend critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
*You can apply to study the single honours degree or one of the combined awards listed below. BA (Hons) Politics with Global Development (UCAS code L208) BA (Hons) Politics with International Relations (UCAS code L201) BA (Hons) Politics with Human Rights (UCAS code L203) Find out more Immersive learning With our range of politics events, volunteering options, study abroad opportunities, and guest speakers, you’ll be able to immerse yourself in a rich learning and practical environment that will fully prepare you for the career you choose. Building your future potential As a student in the School of Humanities & Social Sciences, you’ll be encouraged to think about your future career right from the start of your learning journey. Information and advice about relevant future career options will be built into the first year of your degree. During your second and third years of study, you’ll be able to choose modules with live brief learning challenges (real life projects designed by employers) and work placement opportunities. You’ll undertake a volunteering placement of your choosing as part of our Active Citizenship module, helping those in need - whether it's helping refugees learn English, working at a food bank or teaching in a foreign country. Hands-on study You’ll have the opportunity to design a mock project targeted at a non-government organisation. You’ll practise lobbying your ideas during a test interview, enhancing your employability skills. Previous students have explored ways to limit the problems of globalisation. Research expertise All of our course team are research-active, working around the world for the development of society. Many carry out government-funded research and help to advise the EU on policy. These links will help ensure your course content is applicable to the wider world and could help if you are writing a project or research proposals for international organisations. Why study Politics at Leeds Beckett University...
  • Pathways available, with the option to change direction after Year 1
  • Fantastic placement opportunities
  • Guest lectures, including annual festival of Politics and International Relations
  • Volunteering and study abroad opportunities

Modules

Year 1 Core Modules:

  • Politics, Ethics & Justice
  • Political Movements & Ideologies
  • World Politics
  • Introduction to Political Economy
  • Introduction to Governance
Year 2 Core Modules:
  • Active Citizenship
  • Britain in the World
  • Global Inequalities
  • State & Power
In addition, choose from a list of Year 2 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list. Year 3 Core Modules:
  • Dissertation
  • Governing Globalisation
  • Policy Making
In addition, choose from a list of Year 3 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list.

How to apply

29Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

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Politics at Leeds Beckett University - UCAS