Politics, BA (Hons)

Explore British and European politics with excellent teaching quality

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Course Overview

Our BA (Hons) Politics degree can open up a range of exciting career possibilities by helping you to develop transferable skills, which are highly valued by employers.

The three-year degree involves exploring British and European politics, public policy, political theory and philosophy.

You have the chance to take an internship with the Welsh Assembly Government and a British Parliamentary Studies module, partly taught by expert staff from the Houses of Parliament.

Why Politics at Swansea?

Politics at Swansea is ranked:

  • Top 15 in the UK for Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2026)
  • Top 20 in the UK for Academic Support (NSS 2025)*
  • Politics at Swansea University is ranked in the Top 250 in the World (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)
  • 7th in the UK for Student Voice (NSS 2025)*

*based on the average positivity score per theme in the NSS 2025 when ranked against universities as featured in the Times Good University Guide.

Based on our stunning Singleton Park campus, in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula.

You will study in one of the select departments in the UK to offer the British Parliamentary Studies module, where you will be taught by our specialist academic staff and Members of Parliament, and you will visit the House of Commons.

You will have the competitive option of undertaking a work placement module with the National Assembly for Wales, working closely with Assembly Ministers.

You can also have a semester abroad in Hong Kong, Singapore or the USA, further enhancing your student experience and career prospects.

*Based on the average positivity score per theme in the NSS 2025 when ranked against universities as featured in the Times Good University Guide.

Your Politics Experience

We offer varied and flexible course content, so you can shape your Politics degree to your own interests.

Topics include British and European politics, public policy, political theory and philosophy, electoral issues, democracy and International peace and conflict.

Teaching is informed by our world-leading research and you can attend seminars organised through our guest speaker programme.

You will have a personal tutor for any pastoral and academic support you may need.

Politics Employment Opportunities

Students on this course typically develop excellent oral and writing skills and you will learn to present your ideas in a range of formats, along with strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Our graduates are truly international and are employed all around the world.

They have careers in:

  • Education
  • Government and politics
  • Humanitarian organisations
  • Business
  • Media and public relations
  • Law
  • Public services

Modules

We're currently reviewing our curriculum to enhance your learning experience and embed skills that will benefit your future career. This means that some modules may be subject to change.

Entry Requirements

The University will consider applications from students offering a wide range of qualifications.

Typical A level Offer

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