On this degree you will examine major contemporary political and international affairs such as Brexit, the rise of China and other great power rivalries, the changing role of the UN, and the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The course has the flexibility for you to explore your specific interests too – you might want to explore anarchism, international political economy, political research methods, or human rights and humanitarian intervention. You will develop skills in negotiation, critical analysis and debate which will be vital if you are keen to pursue a career in politics, the civil service, diplomacy or foreign affairs. The Politics in Practice module provides opportunities to participate in community activism and the non-profit sector in Brighton. You’ll be joining a community of courses which reflect Brighton’s forward-thinking politics, with opportunities to address issues of racial and gendered inequalities, climate change, and legacies of empire and colonialism. As well as learning from a team of expert lecturers, you will benefit from hearing from visiting national and international speakers.

Year 1 In your first year, you will study six modules that introduce you to politics and international relations and help you to develop the skills central to your course. Modules Foundations in World Politics Politics in Practice Global Challenges Lab 1 Comparative Political Systems Political Ideas Understanding Society in a Global World Year 2 In year two, you build your knowledge of the subject, exploring British politics and theories of government and policy, and focusing on international relations theories and key international institutions like the UK and the EU. You'll begin to specialise in the subjects that interest you most through choosing option modules. The community engagement module is an opportunity to undertake a voluntary work placement with a local not-for-profit organisation. You'll gain practical work experience while contributing to the wider community. Modules UK Politics Nations and Nationalism Debating Contemporary International Relations International Institutions *Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability. Options* Choose one from: Community Engagement Authority, Justice and Democracy Colonialism in the Contemporary Global Order Choose one from: Researching Politics Global Resistance: Social Movements and Mobilisation Final year In your final year you will further develop your knowledge, skills and specific interests in politics and international relations through options. You also write a dissertation on a topic in politics, international relations or both. The dissertation is an opportunity for you to develop an idea independently, with the support of an academic supervisor throughout. Modules Dissertation Options* Choose two from: Radical Political Economy and Anarchist Politics Race and International Relations Global Social Policy Global Environmental Politics Choose two from: Human Rights and Humanitarian Intervention Politics in the Middle East Feminisms The Politics and Ethics of Global Society *Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.

The course uses a diverse range of assessment methods designed to help you develop skills for political action, employment and further academic study. As well as traditional academic essays, seminar assessments, exams and your independent dissertation, you will also be submitting assessments such as blog posts, presenting podcasts, making films and vlogs, and delivering presentations. You will be taught how to communicate your ideas to a range of audiences in different formats and supported in the preparation of these assessments. There are also a range of non-assessed formative tasks throughout which are designed to contribute to your learning and help you practice these skills alongside comprehensive academic skills teaching.

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

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.

Course code: L290

Institution code: B72

Campus Name: Brighton

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

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Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	6.0 overall, with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements. Or equivalent English Language qualification.

English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Student satisfaction : 62%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 85%

Go onto work and study: 95%

England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
EU	13842.0	Year 1
International	13842.0	Year 1

The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2022-23. Please note that the £13,873 international fee is for classroom based courses. For lab based courses a higher fee of £14,892 applies. EU students will be charged international fees unless they have settled status awarded by the UK Government's Settlement Scheme. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study and are subject to an annual increase of no more than 5% or RPI (whichever is the greater). The annual increase for UK/EU students, who are subject to regulated fees, will increase no more than the statutory maximum fee. The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full-time or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. If your course includes a sandwich year option you will pay a reduced fee during this year; £1,370 for home students and £2,120 for international students. All fees should be checked against the information listed on the course page on our website: www.brighton.ac.uk/courses as specific details will be included there. You may have to pay additional costs during your studies. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. A summary of the costs that you may be expected to pay, and what is included in your fees, can be found on our website.

Mithras House
Lewes Road
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Brighton
BN2 4AT