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Have you ever wondered about the foundational principles that shape governments? Are you eager to delve deeper into today's most crucial philosophical discussions? Would you like to develop sharper analytical skills for modern political challenges? Our BA Politics and Philosophy program offers opportunities to expand your knowledge, push your boundaries, and engage with real-world global practices. You'll develop a more nuanced perspective on current events while mastering critical analysis and problem-solving techniques for today's political landscape.
This degree provides diverse skills and knowledge that create pathways to numerous professions. You'll examine various political domains such as comparative government, political philosophy, and international security. Through philosophical applications to modern problems, you'll cultivate sophisticated analytical abilities to better comprehend our complex world.
By merging political studies with philosophical inquiry, you'll unlock countless career possibilities across commercial, governmental, and nonprofit sectors. Whether aspiring to become a legislative aide, local representative, government official, research specialist, or policy expert, our program supports your professional ambitions. Our graduates have established careers with leading institutions including AON, BBC, Citibank, Civil Service, House of Commons, and Unison.Careers overviewAt Nottingham, you'll build both rigorous academic expertise and valuable transferable skills, from independent research capabilities to persuasive communication and digital proficiencies.You'll graduate with specialized understanding of global affairs, governmental structures, and logical analysis that will boost your international career potential.
A level
AAB
Required subjects
GCSE English grade 4 (C) or above
Excluded subjects
General studies, citizenship studies and critical thinking
IB score
32 points overall or 665 in 3 HL certificates
Consequently we treat all applicants with alternative qualifications (besides A levels and the International Baccalaureate) on an individual basis, and we gladly accept students with a whole range of less conventional qualifications including:
RQF BTEC Nationals
 
English language requirements
IELTS: 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each element)
TOEFL (iBT): 90 (minimum 19 in writing and listening, 20 in reading and 22 in speaking)