Politics and International Studies
Bachelor's degree
In Coventry
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Coventry
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Duration
3 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
This course combines the study of Politics with the global and multidisciplinary perspective of International Studies. You can also choose options from within the Department, allowing you to pursue specialised sub-fields, or to study a language or approved option each year in a related discipline. Our guest lecture series, the PAIS Film Club, and the chance to undertake a work placement or study abroad provide opportunities to broaden your study. You’ll gain key skills including investigative and evaluative research and presentation skills, in addition to more general transferable skills.
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About this course
This degree is centred around the critical analysis of political Ideas and global politics, with core modules focusing on political theory and international relations.
Our graduates have gone on to work for organisations including: NHS Graduate Scheme, Save the Children Korea, Reuters, IPSOS-MORI, Labour Party.
Examples of our graduates’ job roles include: Communications Officer, HR Management, Freelance Video Producer and Reporter, Parliamentary Researcher, Research Officer, Parliamentary Candidate.
A level AAA
IB 38
Degree of Bachelor of Arts (BA)
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Subjects
- International
- Politics
- World Politics
- Research
- Development
- Security
- Political Economy
- Market
- Geography
- Operational
Course programme
- Introduction to Politics
- World Politics
- Political Research in the 21st Century
- Political Theory from Hobbes
- Politics of International Development
- Theories of International Relations
- States and Markets: An Introduction to International Political Economy
- International Security
One other second year PAIS module or approved external module
Year 3
- Issues in Political Theory
How will I learn?
Most modules are taught by a combination of weekly lectures and seminars.
How will I be assessed?
Assesment depends on your choice between coursework and exams; also dependent on modules chosen. The final degree classification is determined by your second (40%) and final year marks (60%).
Politics and International Studies
