University of Greenwich

Speciality

If you do not meet the requirements for your chosen programme you can choose to study 1 or 2 terms of English language preparation beforehand.

IY0 (Social Sciences & Law)

Additional information

Degree Overview
I f you ae intrigued to know why people vote the way they do or why political systems differ, this degree in politics and international relations gives you the answers. Through this course you will study international and comparative politics, government, and political theory. This programme will also give you the chance to study a language. In your final year, you may be offered a work placement in regional or local politics. Popular careers for politics and international relations graduates include public service, information and communications, teaching, and roles in central and local government.

Study Reasons

• Get the chance to explore the politics of Asia and Africa, Liberalism, political conspiracy, international relations and security from social and political perspectives
• You will have the option to specialise in Politics and International Relations and take options in other subjects
• Graduates of this course have gone on to careers in public service, information and communications, and media and voluntary sectors, as well as in the National Health Service, teaching, research, business, and central and local government. Some career options may require further study.