Course summary

Are you interested in current affairs and politics? Do you want to know more about the important role different economies play in politics and international relations? Our Economics and Politics joint honours programme provides a thorough grounding in core political and economic concepts. Our degree is your first step to a wide range of careers, from accountancy and banking, to national and local governments. We provide you with the tools that economists have developed for analysing real economic problems and the tools used in politics to the analysis of political ideas, practices and issues in the global arena. 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. Choose to study Economics and Politics at Kent because: • you’ll satisfy your curiosity at a top 20 subject in The Guardian University Guide 2022 (Economics) • you’ll study in a supportive learning community, ranked 5th for student satisfaction in The Complete University Guide 2022 (Economics) • you’ll learn from inspiring lecturers who advise UK, European and international organisations and governments • you can gain real-world experience through a Year in Industry • you’ll gain ongoing support through our employability team, regular workshops and alumni talks, as well as our dedicated academic adviser and peer mentoring scheme.