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Bachelor of Politics and Philosophy

University of Birmingham

Birmingham, United Kingdom
3 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Master of Arts in Politics and Philosophy at the University of Brighton, One-year full-time, On the Moulsecoomb Campus.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate subject knowledge in Politics and Philosophy. Use appropriate research and analytical methods
Evaluate evidence and communicate reasoned conclusions.

Career outcomes

Policy adviser
Roles in foreign affairs
Embassies or international organisations
Legislative assistant
Legal researcher or consultant
Compliance officer
Policy researcher
Political journalist
Management consultant

Curriculum

Taught postgraduate course
One-year full-time. Modules named on the page include Key Categories in Contemporary Politics and Philosophy
Research Methods
Problems in Contemporary Politics and Philosophy
Global Politics
Conflict and Human Rights
Research Project and Heritage in a Global Context. Option modules may change with staffing and timetabling.

Entry requirements

Academic

Course page entry requirement: A Level AAB
IB 6
6
5 At Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall. International applicants use country-specific equivalents listed on the course page and must show English proficiency.

Accepted academic background

A-levels or equivalent overseas qualifications (including the International Baccalaureate or a recognised foundation programme), The grade needed for each country is shown on the course page (country selector) and the country pages.

Documents you’ll need

UCAS Personal Statement
Academic Reference.

How to apply

Review the course entry requirements. Prepare the UCAS application and personal statement
arrange an academic reference. Submit the application by the relevant consideration deadline. Respond to requests for further evidence and accept an offer before making visa arrangements if needed.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£24,840 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£35,667 GBP

Program details

Campus	Birmingham
Faculty or school	College of Social Sciences
Department	Politics International Relations and Development
Teaching language	English
Credit value	360
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
13 Jan 2027
61 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.