BSc Politics & Social Policy
Bachelor's degree
In Birmingham
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Birmingham
This course examines the major political, economic and social issues facing governments across the world, and the policies developed and delivered by governments and other organisations.
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Entry requirements
ABB from 3 A-levels. General Studies accepted.
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Subjects
- English Language
- Politics
- Access
- Social Policy
- English
- Economics
- Simulation
- International
- Global
- Government
- Music
- Political Thought
- Climate
Course programme
3 years full time or 4 years with integrated placement year
UCAS Code: L201
Typical Offers
A-levels: ABB from 3 A-levels. General Studies accepted.
Whilst the grades listed here are our entry requirements, we understand that predicted grades are only an estimate. We will therefore consider applicants with predicted grades that fall below these entry requirements if the application is of a high standard. However, any offer made will not be lower than stated above. In addition to your predicted grades, when making offers we also consider your previous academic performance (eg GCSEs), your school/college reference and the commitment and motivation you demonstrate for your chosen course via the personal statement. Applicants and their teachers/advisers are welcome to contact us with individual queries about entry qualifications via If you already have your grades and would like to check your suitability for one of our courses please contact us via e-mail. Applicants and their teachers/advisers are welcome to contact us with individual queries about entry qualifications via
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IB: 33 points in the IB diploma including TOK/Bonus points. Standard level Maths and English 5 required.
Access: Pass Access to HE Diploma with Merit in each module. Humanities or Social Sciences Access course preferred, but other courses considered on an individual basis.
BTEC: National Extended Diploma DDD. Mix of Diploma/ Subsidiary Diploma/A-levels acceptable.
We accept a wide range of UK, EU and International qualifications: please
contact us for further advice.
Specific subject requirements:
GCSE English Language and Maths Grade C/4.
The information contained on this website details the typical entry requirements for this course for the most commonly offered qualifications. Applicants with alternative qualifications may wish to enquire with the relevant admissions teams prior to application whether or not their qualifications are deemed acceptable. For less commonly encountered qualifications this will be judged on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the academic admissions tutor.
Tuition fees 2017/18:
£9,250 (£1,250 during placement year) for UK/EU students. £14,000 (£2,500 during placement year) for overseas students.
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Applicants receiving offers are invited to an open day.
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to provide evidence of an English language qualification. Course Outline and Modules
The Social Policy strand of the course examines the major economic and social issues facing governments across the world, and the policies developed and delivered by governments and other organisations. It builds upon various A-levels, including Politics (e.g. the role of the Government), Sociology (e.g. modern forms of power), Economics (e.g. market failure), Geography (e.g. globalisation) and Business Studies (e.g. Government support for enterprise).
The Politics strand of the course is concerned with the study of government and political action. In year one you will study introductory modules in Politics, the European Union, and governance. At the core of your second year are modules dealing with the history of political thought, as well as a focus on British, foreign and domestic policy. In your final year a politics research dissertation on an agreed topic of your choice counts for a substantial and challenging part of your programme.
Sample module options: The modules below are indicative only. When an offer is made, students will receive a detailed programme specification which forms part of our terms and conditions.
Core modules:
Introduction to Studying and Researching Politics
British Politics since 1945
Introduction to the European Union
Social Issues
From Social Problems to Public Policies
Becoming a Social Scientist
Year 2
Core modules:
Comparative Government and Politics
History of Political Thought
Welfare States and Welfare Change
Research Methods
Optional modules:
Introduction to Political Economy
Security Studies in a Changing Worl
Regional Politics and Society
Environmental Policy
Government and Management
Global Society
Advanced Research Methods
CSI: Crime Subversion and Injustice
Health Matters
Year 3
Optional placement year
Core modules:
Dissertation
Research and Dissertation Skills
International Migration and Policy
Health Policy
Ageing, Society and Policy
The Challenges of Climate Change
The Citizen and the State
Corporate Power in a Globalised World
Optional modules:
EuroSim: Learning Negotiation through Simulation Games
The International Relations of East Asia
Religion and Politics in Contemporary Europe
Political Communication
The American Presidency
Nationalism & Political Power
Political Parties and Party Systems
Conflict and Politics in Contemporary Balkans
Contemporary Conflict
Diplomacy and Soft Power
The Far Right in Europe
The Politics of Climate Change
Understanding Foreign Policy
Northeast Asia: From Conflict to Cooperation
Gender and Politics
Interest groups and lobbying
Regions and Regionalism in Europe
Contemporary Political Theory
Political Leaders: Case Studies and Comparative Perspectives
Intellectuals and Politics
Power and Parliamentary Decision-Making
Ethics and International Politics
Work, Organisations and Society
Racism, class and gender
Contemporary Social Movements
Learning to Labour? Education and Society
Religion and Society
Sport, Culture and Society
Pregnancy and Politics: Cultural Norms and Family Policy
Popular Music and Society
Food and Society in a Global Context
BSc Politics & Social Policy