Course summary

Learn about politics at a national and international level. Critically examine political issues through a culturally-sensitive lens. Develop and deepen French language skills. Understand cultures and societies where French is spoken. Gain valuable skills in theoretical analysis, qualitative and quantitative research, and written and verbal communication. In this degree, understand and critically engage with the political world. Study the French language and Francophone society and culture. Explore theoretical and empirical approaches to political ideas with an emphasis on France. Political theory, international relations and French language modules provide the core of the degree. Independent and collaborative study in these areas will develop your abilities in investigative and evaluative research, presentation and critical analysis, and build strong written and oral French communication skills. The degree features a compulsory year abroad either studying or working in a French-speaking country. You can choose to be abroad in Year Two or Three.