By studying Politics and Economics, you will develop a deep understanding of global markets and political systems. This course has been designed to deliver practical skills that enhance your employability. Career prospects include roles such as an economist, advisor or consultant.
In addition to delivering the comprehensive practical aspects of politics and economics, this programme will provide you with a firm understanding of the key issues facing both the political and economic arenas. You will develop a solid knowledge of underpinning foundations for critical areas in the world we live.
Course Details - Modules
Modules
Compulsory modules:
Principles of Applied Economics
The module aims to provide knowledge and comprehension of the basic economic principles and techniques related to microeconomics and macroeconomics.
Introducing Politics: Key Concepts and Skills
This module introduces students to basic terms, concepts, methodologies and issues in the study of politics. A key focus will be exploring the diverse definitions and the scope of politics.
Economic Policy and Practice
This module provides understanding of quantitative techniques and their usefulness in theoretical and applied economics with focus on developing a deeper understanding of modern macroeconomics.
International or Global? Globalisation in Debate
The module introduces students to the debate surrounding the nature and extent of globalization and its impact on the role and power of contemporary states.
Politics of Business
This module provides students with a broad understanding of the key concepts and principles of politics and how these will affect both individuals and organisations.
Optional modules:
Comparative Politics
The module exposes students to the comparative method in studying modern politics. There will be a focus on theoretical and methodological approaches, ensuring students develop a solid grounding in these key tools of political analysis. These will then be applied to authoritarian and democratic regimes.
Practising Responsible Business Behaviours
This module examines the nature of business enterprise and its relationship with wider society, seeking answers to the question: what does it mean for businesses to behave responsibly?
All modules are worth 20 credits unless stated otherwise.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
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:
L3N7
Institution code:
Y75
Campus Name:
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
For Second Year entry, applicants must have completed the first year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 120 credits.
For Third Year entry, applicants must have completed the first and second year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 240 credits.
Applicants will need to submit a transcript of their completed study, and offers will be subject to a mapping exercise of modules to ensure an appropriate alignment of course content.
Please be aware that transfer applications are subject to availablity of space on the selected academic year of your chosen course.
For more information on the transfer process, please see https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/transferring-to-york-st-john-university/.
If transferring to the final year of a course containing a placement or study abroad year, you must have also completed a placement or study abroad year prior to starting the course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
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