British Politics and Legislative Studies (4 years)
University of Hull
British Politics and Legislative Studies (4 years)
Course Summary
**Gain a thorough understanding of the UK’s political system. Then apply it to the real world during a unique 12-month placement in Westminster working for a Member of Parliament or a peer, where you’ll get in-depth exposure to British parliamentary procedures and behaviours.**
Studying at Hull opens doors to those considering a career in Parliament. Our graduates are well known throughout the major UK political parties.
In fact, so many of them now work in Westminster that they’ve become affectionately known as ‘the Hull Mafia’.
**Official Team GB partners**
Did you know that the University of Hull is the official University Partner of Team GB? Our united belief is that anyone, with the right opportunities ahead and a dedicated team behind, can achieve extraordinary things. This is what our partnership with Team GB is built on. Extraordinary is in you – and we’ll help you find it.
What does this mean for you? It means that whether you’re studying sports science, or marketing, or logistics, or healthcare, or engineering, you’ll be able to gain invaluable experience through this unique partnership.
We are working with Team GB to create opportunities for volunteering and work experience, to get involved with meet-and-greet sessions with Olympians, host on-campus talks from guest speakers and so much more. Some of our students recently helped Team GB athletes get their kit ready to compete in preparation for the Minsk 2019 European Games. It’s an extraordinary partnership, and you won’t find it anywhere else.
Find out more at hull.ac.uk/teamgb
Course Details - Modules
Year 1
Compulsory modules
British Political History since 1945
Introduction to the Politics of the World Economy
British Government
Introduction to Comparative Politics
Philosophy, History and Ideology
Contemporary Political Issues
Year 2
Compulsory modules
The Contemporary House of Commons
Electoral and Voting Systems
Paths of Research
Parliament in the UK: Approaches to Reform
Optional modules
Understanding China
Understanding States and Markets: An Introduction to Political Economy
History of Political Thought
Understanding the European Union
Understanding America
Year 3
The third year is spent in Westminster working for a Member of Parliament or a peer. While on placement, you’ll also complete the following modules.
Research Proposal
Research Paper
Self-Evaluation Document
You'll be fully supported throughout your internship – both in Westminster by former Hull placement students who now work there full-time, and by our dedicated member of staff in Hull who will be in regular contact.
Year 4
Compulsory modules
Dissertation
Comparative Legislatures
Optional modules
Conflicts in British Culture
BRICS: Emerging Powers in International Affairs
Critics of Capitalism
Politics of the Environment
Dangerous Minds
UK Politics in an Age of Austerity and Brexit
Contemporary Political Philosophy
Democracy and Legitimacy in the European Union
Germany in the New Europe
All modules are subject to availability and this list may change at any time.
Course Details – Assessment Method
You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree.
Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests.
Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work.
Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January 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:
L230
Institution code:
H72
Campus Name:
The University of Hull
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Points can be from any qualification on the UCAS tariff, but must include at least 80 points from
A levels
BTEC Subsidiary Diploma, Diploma or Extended Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma, Diploma or Extended Diploma
CACHE Diploma or Extended Diploma
Irish Leaving Certificate
Scottish Highers
Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma
or a combination of appropriate Level 3 qualifications
Applicants with other qualifications are welcome to apply.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk
Institution's Own Test
60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill)
Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.