Course summary
Our BA in Politics and Economics explores contemporary developments in both the political sphere and the economy. It asks fundamental questions about how politics shapes the economy and how the economy shapes politics. You will delve into discussions of how society allocates resources, policy and power, to understand the world around us. You will develop your subject knowledge and analytical skills through the investigation of political systems and decision making across national and international organisations. Throughout this programme, you will apply your learning and knowledge, allowing you to demonstrate effective communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills; equipping you for a variety of roles and careers. Why choose this course?
- No. 1 in the UK. Britain's best university, ranked by students (Student Crowd University Awards, 2022)
- Global Top 300 for Social Sciences (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2022)
- Discover diverse cultures through an International Year at one of our partner universities across the globe
- Opportunity to undertake an entrepreneurship year and gain transferable skills
- Access to industry-leading software such as Bloomberg and STATA
- Inflation
- Interest rates
- Exchange rates
- Wage rate
- Stock markets
Modules
For a list of indicative modules please visit the course page on the Keele University website.
How to apply
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.
Application codes
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Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - M
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduatecourses/politicsandeconomics/#entry-reqs
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
Provider information
Keele University
Keele
ST5 5BG
Clearing contact details
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Additional information
From Friday 5 July: 10.00 am - 4.00 pm (weekdays only) Thursday 15 August: 8.00 am - 8.00 pm Friday 16 August: 8.30 am - 6.00 pm Saturday 17 August: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm Sunday 18 August: 10.00 am - 1.00 pm From Monday 19 August: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm ( weekdays only)