Swansea,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Hons) Politics and Social Policy in Swansea United Kingdom | Swansea University
Swansea University
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Swansea United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
18,300
(c. USD24,507.54)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Our BA (Hons) Politics and Social Policy program unlocks diverse career opportunities by equipping you with versatile skills that employers highly seek. This three-year program examines fundamental questions about global governance, political values, and critical issues like human rights and social equality. You'll have unique opportunities including an internship at the National Assembly for Wales and the option to study abroad for a semester - experiences that significantly boost your professional potential.
The curriculum offers flexibility, allowing you to tailor your Politics and Social Policy studies to match your specific interests.
Coursework covers British and European political systems, public policy development, political philosophy, electoral systems, democratic processes, and international conflict resolution. You'll receive personalized guidance from a dedicated tutor for both academic and personal support.
Students typically gain exceptional communication abilities, learning to articulate ideas through various mediums while developing robust research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
Our alumni form a global network, pursuing careers worldwide.
Graduates enter fields including: Education sector, Government and political institutions, Humanitarian agencies, Corporate world, Media and communications
Legal professions, Public administration
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Our standard entry requirement is BBB (UCAS tariff points 120) or equivalent. All offers are made following a review of the application form, predicted/achieved grades and subjects, the reference and personal statement. We also accept a range of advanced level qualifications including: International Baccalaureate 32, Welsh Baccalaureate - grade equivalent to A-level, Access to Higher Education and Open University qualifications, and Extended Project.
For applicants whose first language is not English, we require IELTS 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test.
TOEFL (IBT) - 79
For applicants whose first language is not English, we require IELTS 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test.
TOEFL (IBT) - 79
Tuition
GBP
18,300