Course summary
Gain the modern tools economists use to analyse real economic problems, and the tools used in politics to understand how ideas and political systems shape what citizens, businesses, and governments do. This degree gives you analytical, data, and communication skills, and a unique perspective on the way the world works. This unique - and informed - perspective on the world is valuable not only to you, but to employers. The understanding of the context our world operates in gives you a head start in any career you are looking to jump into. More specifically, we give you the ideal skillset, knowledge and confidence to go into careers where you can make a real difference. Your future could be in banking, NGO's, government or the UN, but whatever you do, you'll be able to effect change in the places you want to see it. This programme is also available with a Year in Industry, so you can get a taste of whatever industry you want to go into and boost your career prospects as part of your degree. Reasons to study Economics and Politics at Kent: • Collaborate with inspiring lecturers who advise UK, European and international organisations and governments • Gain real-world experience through a Year in Industry • Access and ongoing support through our employability team, regular workshops and alumni talks, as well as our dedicated academic adviser and peer mentoring scheme. • Shape your degree outside the classroom with our thriving student led societies. Kent Invest focusses on financial markets holding an annual trading competition. The Economics Society explores issues of the moment through the lens of the discipline, culminating in an annual networking conference. The Politics and International Relations Society hosts public speaker events covering thought-provoking topics which allow the opportunity for discussion between members.
Modules
Year 1 Compulsory modules currently include: Principles of Economics Mathematics for Economics Mode A Mathematics for Economics Mode B Statistics for Economics Making Sense of Politics The Roots of Contemporary Politics Optional modules may include: Stategy and Games Professional Economics War, Violence and Peace Political Systems of the World Understanding Change in British Politics Year 2 Compulsory modules currently include: Macroeconomics I Microeconomics I Microeconomics II Doing Politics with Words Optional modules may include: Doing Politics with Numbers The Politics of the EU Democracy Under Threat American Politics Politics of the Global Economy Foreign Policy: Systems, States and Leaders State and Revolution: Foundations of Modern Political Thought The Politics of Climate Change Year 3 Compulsory modules currently include: Topics in Advanced Macroeconomics Optional modules may include: Econometric Methods Econometrics for Macro and Finance Financial Economics and Asset Pricing Monetary Economics Environmental Economics and Green Finance Economics Dissertation International Economics Economic Growth Games for Economics and Business Industrial Economics Development Economics Political Economy Public Economics Labour Economics Human & Social Sciences in the Classroom Final Year Project: Designing the Project Contemporary Political Theory Transforming British Politics The Public in Politics Dictatorships Political Theory of the Future Who Do You Think You Are? On Identity Politics Politics of the Middle East and North Africa: Space, Society and Politics Security Challenges in the Indo-Pacific Negotiation: Theory and Practice Politics at the Edge: Emerging Problems in Politics and International Relations
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
- Course code:
- LL12
- Institution code:
- K24
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Direct entry into Year 2 of this programme is considered on a case by case basis.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 - 120 points
A level - BBB - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language requirements
Applicants should have grade C or 4 in English Language GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification.
Please visit our website for further information:
https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements.html
Student Outcomes
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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 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
EU | £18600 | Year 1 |
International | £18600 | 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 .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Kent
Recruitment and Admissions Office
Registry
Canterbury
CT2 7NZ
Clearing contact details
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Course contact details
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