Overview

86% of our students were positive about academic support on their course (NSS 2026).

This degree gives you analytical, data, and communication skills, and a unique perspective on the way the world works.

This unique - and informed - perspective on the world is valuable not only to you, but to employers. The understanding of the context our world operates in gives you a head start in any career you are looking to jump into. More specifically, we give you the ideal skillset, knowledge and confidence to go into careers where you can make a real difference. Your future could be in banking, NGO's, government or the UN, but whatever you do, you'll be able to effect change in the places you want to see it.

Programme Structure

You'll choose specialist modules from across Economics and Politics in areas such as financial crises, the EU and UN, terrorism, macro and microeconomics, the radical right, the rise of China or international trade. Our broad remit means you'll be able to cover all the areas and issues that are most important to you.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canterbury, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Economics Political Science View 635 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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS points

104-120

A level

BBB

BTEC Nationals

The University will consider applicants holding BTEC National Diploma and National Extended Diploma qualifications (QCF; NQF; OCR) on a case-by-case basis.

International Baccalaureate

120 Tariff points from your IB Diploma, Typically H5, H6, H6 or equivalent

GCSE

Mathematics grade B / 6. However, those who hold GCSE Mathematics at grade 5 will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Tuition Fees

Additional Details

Fees for 27/28 tbc

Living costs

Canterbury

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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

Funding

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