BA (Hons) Politics & Economics (with Foundation Year option)

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  • Entry requirements
    For September 2022 and September 2023 entry: 104-120 UCAS tariff points from 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.



    Numeracy and Literacy: GCSE English and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.



    International entry requirements:

    Please see below some examples of the qualifications for entry onto Year 1 for September 2022 and September 2023 entry:



    Chinese Senior High School Graduation Certificate (Huikao) average 80%, or Gaokao 61-71%. Grade depends on the course

    Hong Kong HKDSE Diploma (4,4,3 to 4,4,4 from three subjects). Grade depends on the course

    All India Senior School Certificate Examination (Standard XII) 60-70%

    Italian Esame di Stato with 60-70%. Grade depends on the course

    Titulo de Bachillerato with 6 or 7. Grade depends on the course



    For September 2022 and September 2023 entry:





    If English is not your first language you\'ll need IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with minimum 6.0 in each component or equivalent.
  • Academic title
    BA (Hons)
  • Course description
    Why study BA (Hons) Politics and Economics at BU? 
    • Experience a dynamic and interdisciplinary course tackling the major political and economic challenges of our time with a focus on applying knowledge and skills to real-world situations
    • You can choose units tailored to your passions and career aspirations;
    • We cover a range of issues including populism, globalisation, citizenship and everyday politics, conflict and diplomacy, race, gender, identity, and social and environmental activism
    • Gain hands-on experience as political pundits, experts, fact-checkers, journalists, campaigners and researchers through participation in public outreach projects
    • Engage with industry professionals and add valuable experience to your CV in a 4-week or 30-week placement. You\'ll be career-ready, with 95% of our students in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating
    • Be part of a community studying politics and economics through regular events, film screenings, discussions and debates, organised and led by our Students\' Union Politics Society.

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