Politics
BA(Hons)
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Course summary and entry requirements
Course duration
Full-time: 3 years
Part-time: 6 years
About the course
New course, starting in September 2014.
Are you interested in combining the traditional study of politics, with a more questioning approach? Do you think that politics is just as much about groups and movements often dismissed as outsiders? This degree develops expert knowledge of the structures and processes of government in West European states, with an in-depth study of the British state and the EU. This runs alongside courses on political ideas and theory, political analysis and international relations. What distinguishes this course, however, is that we encourage a critical understanding of democracy, participation and representation. From the beginning you will focus on the unequal distribution of power and resources. You will learn about new social movements, environmental politics, special issue groups, conflict, human 'rights' regimes and the revolts so characteristic of modern society.
Typical entry requirements
The entry requirements listed here are for students starting their course in 2013. Individual offers may vary
For equivalent international qualifications
We can help you meet our English language entry requirements
For help meeting English language requirements contact our
Language Institute.We can help you meet our academic entry requirements
For help meeting academic entry requirements contact our
International College.If you cannot find your country listed, please email admissions@brighton.ac.uk
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Course content
Course structure
Teaching combines lectures and small group seminars. You are required to contribute to discussions from the preparatory reading, and learning is based on a model of student led argument and debate. We aim to recruit students ready to engage critically with the arguments confronting modern societies.
Areas of study
The degree is based in the undergraduate programme in the School of Applied Social Science. You can take options across a range of social sciences. In the second and third year ,your options extend into the specialist study areas of the humanities including globalisation, the rise and arguable decline of American hegemony, war and terror in the 21st century, and the ethical dilemmas confronted by any contemporary polity.
Syllabus
Year One
European Politics
Nations & Nationalism
Democracy: Athens to Bagdad
The UK Political System
What is Politics: Politics in BrightonYear Two
Political Analysis
UK Politics: From Government to Governance
History and Social Policy
Comparative Politics
Political IdeasYear Three
EU Integration: Politics & Theory
Political Analysis: Special Topic
Policy Analysis
Global Social Policy
Environmental Politics
Global Political Architecture
Plus options from Humanities
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Fees and costs
The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study and may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.
The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take.
What's included in the fee?
When costs such as health or criminal record checks, field trips or use of specialist materials are incurred as a mandatory requirement of the course they are included in your tuition fee.
You may incur additional costs depending on the optional modules or activities you choose. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. Before you apply please check with the school that provides your course using the contact details on the left of this page for advice about what is included and what optional costs you could face so you can budget accordingly.
Our website www.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.
BA(Hons) Politics [L1EA029] UK/EU (Full Time) 9,000 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 9,000 GBP International (Full Time) 12,500 GBP -
Location
Location
Falmer Our Falmer campus is located on the edge of the South Downs National Park on the outskirts of Brighton. Approximately 7,000 students are based here.
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Living in Brighton
Brighton’s rich mix of historic architecture, lively arts scene, varied shopping and cosmopolitan community make it a vibrant, enjoyable place to live. It is no wonder that many Brighton graduates choose to stay here.
Social scene
Alongside the traditional seaside attractions, Brighton is famed for its exciting social scene with a wide choice of pubs, clubs and restaurants.
Arts
The highlight of the city’s cultural year is the Brighton Festival. The event is held each May and is England’s biggest arts festival, which showcases arts and performance from around the world. Brighton is also home to the UK’s oldest working cinema, the Duke of York’s, which shows alternative and mainstream films. The city is also well known for its exciting music scene and hosts The Great Escape music festival.
Sports
Whether you take your sport seriously or just want to keep fit, Brighton offers all kinds of sports opportunities and facilities, on and off campus. You can also make the most of the location, and play volleyball, basketball and windsurfing down by the beach. The seafront is also the finishing point for the famous London – Brighton bicycle ride and the quirky veteran car run.
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Career opportunities
Politics graduates are found in a wide range of careers, from management, through journalism, the public sector, campaigning, research and indeed politics, at the local, national and international level. This course will also prepare students for careers working in advocacy groups and governmental and non-governmental international organisations.
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