Overview

This Politics and Sociology with Year Abroad (Hons) course at University of Birmingham provides the knowledge and skills to critically engage with key issues facing contemporary societies including globalisation; the changing nature of work and the family; gender roles and sexuality; multiculturalism; and the impact of the media and information technologies.

Politics looks at how power is exercised, how political decisions are made, and who these decisions are made by. On this programme you will learn about campaigns, elections, protest movements, policy issues and political ideals. You will explore different political arguments, rival theories and alternative explanations, whilst developing your skills in analytical and critical enquiry, debating and self-motivation.

Career

Throughout your time on the Politics and Sociology with year abroad course, employability is a key area of focus.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Security

Global Governance

Islam and Politics in Europe

Gender and Sexuality

Understanding Politics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-29 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sociology Political Science View 667 other Bachelors in Political Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Other requirements

General requirements

Number of A levels required:

3

Typical offer:

AAB

General Studies:

not accepted

T Levels:

all subjects considered; Standard offer: Distinction overall with A in the Core Component.

BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Subsidiary Diploma are all considered.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

For students starting their course in 2025 the entry requirements are 6,6,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall.

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

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fee

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International

23160 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23160 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

9535 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9535 GBP per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Birmingham

765 - 1134 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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