Poole,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Hons) Politics in Dorset United Kingdom | Bournemouth University
Bournemouth University
|
Dorset United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,250
(c. USD21,762.16)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Explore a vibrant, cross-disciplinary program addressing today's most pressing political issues while emphasizing practical application in real-world contexts. The curriculum examines diverse topics such as populist movements, globalization trends, civic engagement, contemporary political conflicts, international relations, identity politics, and grassroots environmental campaigns. Develop professional skills by stepping into roles like political analysts, investigative journalists, policy advocates, and academic researchers through community engagement initiatives. Network with field experts and enhance your professional profile through optional 4-week or 30-week internships. Join an active learning community featuring student-organized political forums, documentary viewings, and debate sessions through the BU Politics Society. Customize your academic journey by selecting specialized modules aligned with your interests and professional goals.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
This course requires 104120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent.
Numeracy and literacy requirements (e.g. GCSEs) GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework. See all of the equivalencies.
A-level and AS levels 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Access to HE Diploma 102118 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
BTEC National
Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
Foundation Diploma/ 90-credit Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Extended Certificate/ Subsidiary Diploma: This qualification is accepted as part of the overall tariff.
Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects.
Cambridge Technical
Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Introductory Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Extended Project Qualification We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
International Baccalaureate Certificates 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Higher Level certificates.
International Baccalaureate (Diploma) An overall score of 2831 points.
Scottish Highers 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
Scottish Advanced Highers 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
T Levels Merit (120 UCAS tarrif points).
IELTS - Overall 6.5 with minimum 6.0 in each component
TOEFL iBT - Overall 79
Numeracy and literacy requirements (e.g. GCSEs) GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework. See all of the equivalencies.
A-level and AS levels 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Access to HE Diploma 102118 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
BTEC National
Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
Foundation Diploma/ 90-credit Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Extended Certificate/ Subsidiary Diploma: This qualification is accepted as part of the overall tariff.
Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects.
Cambridge Technical
Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Introductory Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Extended Project Qualification We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
International Baccalaureate Certificates 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Higher Level certificates.
International Baccalaureate (Diploma) An overall score of 2831 points.
Scottish Highers 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
Scottish Advanced Highers 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
T Levels Merit (120 UCAS tarrif points).
IELTS - Overall 6.5 with minimum 6.0 in each component
TOEFL iBT - Overall 79
Tuition
GBP
16,250