Choosing to study Politics and International Relations with us will provide you with an exciting and varied curriculum, as well as opportunities to apply your learning in international settings. Through this course you will develop a critical understanding of contemporary issues such as threats to global security, the changing nature of international co-operation and power alignments, environmental politics, the future of democracy, and the politics of communication. Our academic staff have a wide range of specialist research interests and you will learn in a friendly and supportive environment.

Politics and International Relations graduates possess highly sought after transferable skills that enable them to pursue careers in the public, private and voluntary sectors, including government, public administration, commerce and international development.

Some of our graduates also go on to complete further study at postgraduate level, including the MA International Relations and the International Relations and Politics PhD scheme at the University of Northampton.

You will have the opportunity to complete a research placement with a relevant organisation in your second year.