International Politics (Hons) University of Stirling

Overview

The  International Politics (Hons)  BA course from University of Stirling will help you build a confident and well-rounded knowledge of all these issues and more – from the decision-making processes of influential organisations, through to the question of how international society is shaped. You’ll be learning in a research-led environment, where the latest political events are dissected by recognised experts. You’ll also benefit from our career-focused approach, which enables you to pick up the practical and analytical skills employers are looking for.

Key facts

• To further enhance your international outlook, you’ll have a chance to spend a semester abroad studying International Politics at one of our partner institutions. You can also combine International Politics with French or Spanish to add another valuable facet to everything you’re leaning.
• Guest lecturers give you real insights into the professional applications of an International Politics degree. Our alumni include a former Secretary of State for Defence and Member of Parliament, and there really is no limit to where in the world a degree in International Politics can take you.
• Career opportunities:
• From social and political research to journalism, marketing and HR, a degree in International Politics opens up a broad range of career opportunities. Potential employers include international organisations like the UN, the third-sector, the civil service, local and national government, lobbying organisations and commercial businesses. Jobs directly related to an International Politics degree include:

• Government social research officer
• Public affairs consultant
• Civil service fast streamer
• Public relations account executive
• Politician’s assistant
• Other roles where a Politics degree is useful include: Market researcher, Marketing executive, Journalist, Charity officer, Forensic accountant, Public relations officer and many more.