The pace of change within politics has never moved so quickly. Recent worldwide events have brought about dramatic shifts in our social, economic and political cultures, from Coronavirus and Brexit to the impact of global technologies on the latest presidential election. This BA (Hons) Politics degree explores the latest cutting-edge developments in politics, equipping you with the training you need to step into today’s political landscape.

Politics examines how power is exercised, how political decisions are made, and who these decisions are made by. On this politics degree course, you’ll learn about campaigns, elections, protest movements, policy issues and political ideas. You’ll explore different political arguments, rival theories and alternative explanations, while also developing your skills in critical theory and debating.

What’s more, at Salford we also give you the opportunity to enhance your political studies with a variety of placement opportunities, including the chance to study abroad. This kind of work experience provides instant value to future employers, giving you the competitive edge needed to establish a professional career in politics.

Although the most obvious career path for politics graduates would be a role within the government, our students have gone on to establish careers in a wide variety of other roles. From education to the civil service and print media, the transferable skills you develop during your degree will mean you’ll be able to pursue endless options. What’s more, you’ll be equipped with a portfolio of work that you can use to evidence your political skills and establish yourself as a professional.