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Politics degrees abroad
Politics is a broad subject that focuses on how governments, policies, and internal relations work. Politics plays a vital role in our everyday lives, and it covers the issues surrounding things like the influence of power, order, justice and decision-making.
When you study politics at university you’ll learn through a range of different disciplines, and most programs will cover the three main strands of politics: government, international relations, and political theory. It is the ideal subject for anyone who wants to learn more about government and society and the workings of political systems.
Politics is a popular subject to study abroad and means you’ll get the chance to learn all about how another country’s political system works. In some countries like the US, politics degrees may be referred to as political science, but they broadly cover the same subjects.
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Politics program structure
You can study politics at all degree levels, including bachelor’s and master’s. At undergraduate level, politics is offered as BA or BSc, depending on the university. There is usually very little difference between the two, but a BSc may include more numerical and statistical modules.
At postgraduate level, it’s possible to study a master’s in politics as an MA or an MRes over one or two years. Doctorate level degrees are also available, and you can study for a PhD in politics over three to four years, or up to six years if you choose to study part-time.
Studying a politics degree abroad will usually involve writing essays, attending lectures and seminars, and working on group projects and presentations. At bachelor’s level you will often complete a research-based dissertation in your final year which will make up a significant part of your final grade.
The content and structure of every politics degree will be different, but there are some core areas and modules you can expect to study on most programs, including:
- Principles of politics
- History of political thought
- International relations
- Political psychology
- Globalization
- Global comparative politics
- Political research
- National governments
Politics study abroad programs
Politics undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in politics
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Accounting: Government or Institutional Accounting - BBA Cleveland State University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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20,652 USD
Fee in university's local currency 20,652 USD
- Start date
- May, August, January
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Political Science: Race and Politics - BA Louisiana State University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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28,700 USD
Fee in university's local currency 28,700 USD
- Start date
- September, January
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Political Science: American Politics - BA DePaul University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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40,551 USD
Fee in university's local currency 40,551 USD
- Start date
- September
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Law with Politics - LLB (Hons) (with foundation) Bournemouth University, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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20,633 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,250 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Philosophy, Politics, Economics - BA Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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5,492 USD
Fee in university's local currency 5,000 EUR
- Start date
- September
Diploma in politics
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Public Administration - Dip Cape Breton University, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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14,355 USD
Fee in university's local currency 19,475 CAD
- Start date
- May, September, January
Certificate in politics
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Capital Fellows in Applied Policy and Government - Cert California State University, Sacramento, USA
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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16,800 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,800 USD
- Start date
- August, January
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Health Care Aide - Government of Alberta - Cert Lethbridge College, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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14,440 USD
Fee in university's local currency 19,590 CAD
- Start date
- September
Pathway in politics
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International Relations and Politics, International Year One - UGP Keele University, UK
- Program type
- Undergraduate pathway
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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16,672 USD
Fee in university's local currency 13,130 GBP
- Start date
- January, February
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Politics and International Relations (International Year One) - UGP University of Essex, UK
- Program type
- Undergraduate pathway
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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25,332 USD
Fee in university's local currency 19,950 GBP
- Start date
- January, May, September
Politics graduate programs
Master's in politics
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Global Politics - MA McMaster University, Canada
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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27,641 USD
Fee in university's local currency 37,498 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Global Politics and Communication - MSc University of Helsinki, Finland
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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14,280 USD
Fee in university's local currency 13,000 EUR
- Start date
- September
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History and Government - MA University of Nebraska Omaha, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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17,281 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,281 USD
- Start date
- January, May, August
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Political Science: Applied Politics - MA American University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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34,596 USD
Fee in university's local currency 34,596 USD
- Start date
- September, January
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Politics and International Relations: Global Security - MA/MRes Keele University, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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22,475 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,700 GBP
- Start date
- September, January
Certificate in politics
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Government Relations - OCGCert Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology, Canada
- Program type
- Postgraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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11,981 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,254 CAD
- Start date
- September
Future politics careers
A degree in politics can lead to a wide variety of great careers, but some roles will require additional studies after you graduate.
Politics graduates gain a range of skills that many employers value, but many students look for a career in government. Here are a few of the most popular careers for politics graduates:
- Politician
- Public affairs consultant
- Public relations executive
- Local government officer
- Politician’s assistant
- Government researcher
- Political consultant
- Lawyer/solicitor
Most universities will have a career service that you can use to help you work out which future role is right for you. Taking advantage of any placement or internship opportunities is another good way to get a taste for the career you’d like to pursue.
