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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
Best countries to study politics
Politics study abroad programs
Politics undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in politics
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History/Politics - BA University of the South Pacific, Fiji
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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18,000 FJD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- July, February
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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
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September, January
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American Studies: Politics, Institutions and Values - BA DePaul University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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43,665 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September, January, March
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Politics and Economics - BA (Hons) (with foundation) Bournemouth University, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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16,250 GBP
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- 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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5,600 EUR
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September
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
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- January, August
Pathway in politics
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Politics and International Relations (International Year One) - UGP University of Essex International College, UK
- Program type
- Undergraduate pathway
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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19,950 GBP
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- May, September, January
Politics graduate programs
Master's in politics
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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
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- May, August, January
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International Affairs: Global Governance, Politics, and Security - MA American University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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34,596 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September, January
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Law and Politics in the European Union - LLM University of Nicosia, Cyprus
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 18 months
- Annual tuition fee
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10,800 EUR
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- June, September, February
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Politics/International Affairs - MA University of the South Pacific, Fiji
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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10,070 FJD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- July, February
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Master of Education in Society, Culture and Politics in Education (MEd) - MEd The University of British Columbia, Canada
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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15,450 CAD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- 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.