Overview

The personal is political: explore the links between politics and the social structures of the modern world.

Drawing on a range of political and social theories; we examine why in an age of increasingly high living standards, many people feel disenchanted and alienated.

What is the relationship between the changing social structure in both Britain and the United States, such as de-industrialisation and the rise of the rustbelt, and the 2016 votes for Brexit and Donald Trump?
Where does power lie in Britain, the United States and the world?
What causes inequality within and between countries, and can current levels of inequality and poverty be justified?

You’ll learn from the School’s expert academic staff, who specialise in areas such as race, gender, class, citizenship and globalisation. Their teaching will give you a thorough understanding of sociopolitical issues, and help you to make sense of the world we live in.

Year abroad

Go global and study abroad as part of your degree – apply for our Politics and Sociology BA with a Year Abroad. Queen Mary has links with universities in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia (partnerships vary for each degree programme).

Careers

Our Politics and Sociology with Year Abroad (Hons) graduates from Queen Mary University of London are highly employable, with invaluable political knowledge and research, analytical and communication skills that open doors to a huge variety of roles. They move into domestic and international careers both inside and outside the political sphere – predominantly in government, policy research, education, journalism, media and business. Combining politics with sociology gives you the potential to apply your political knowledge in the community, public and third sectors.

Recent graduates from the School of Politics and International Relations have been hired by:

AMAR
House of Commons
Labour Party
PwC
Scodie Deyong
UK Home Office

Programme Structure

Compulsory

Modernity: Theories of the State, Economy and Society
Political Data Research
Social Theory

Choose from

Accountability and Complexity in British Government
Colonialism, Capitalism and Development
Comparative European Politics
International Relations Theory
Modern Political Thought 1
Modern Political Thought 2
Politics of International Law
Power and Legitimacy in British Politics
Power in Global Governance
The International Politics of Security
The International Politics of the Developing World
US Politics
War in World Politics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Sociology Political Science View 703 other Bachelors in Sociology in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Grades AAB at A-Level. Excludes General Studies and Critical Thinking.

International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 34 points overall, including 6,6,5 from three Higher Level subjects.

We consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 15 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not make offers of study purely on the basis of meeting grade requirements.

Minimum five GCSE passes including English and Maths at grade C or 4.

Alternative offers may be made to applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification

We consider every application on its individual merits and will take into consideration your individual educational experiences and context.

Tuition Fee

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International

21200 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21200 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

9250 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 48 months.

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Politics and Sociology with Year Abroad (Hons).

Available Scholarships

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