Politics, BA (Hons)

Politics appeals to those interested in power, government, policy-making, social movements, and debating ideas. As a broad discipline, it explores governance, authority, citizenship, conflict resolution, globalisation, and world events. At Coventry University, this vibrant course examines political concepts by comparing your own government's policies with those worldwide, addressing current questions to enhance understanding of our complex global environment.Key benefits include opportunities for professional development, skill-building for career enhancement, and modules on British, American, European, Chinese, and Middle Eastern politics. The curriculum features a common first year for interdisciplinary exposure, followed by advanced topics in years two and three, such as liberal democracy and nationalism. Assessments vary by module, including essays, presentations, reports, and projects, ensuring fair evaluation and progression toward intended learning outcomes.

This course has a common first year. The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements). Year One Modules Ideas and Concepts that Shape the World Nations and Nationalism: From to Unification to Annihilation The Making of the Globalised World After Destruction: The World since 1945 Power, People, and the State Freedom, Rights and Democracy Year Two In year two, you will develop more advanced knowledge and skills to do with: liberal democracy, the far right in contemporary Europe, and political thinkers, amongst others. Modules Emerging Powers and Global Order The Far Right in Contemporary Europe Making Humanities: Open Project Political Thinkers: From Machiavelli to Marx British Politics since 1997 Making of the Modern United States: Race, Class and Gender Placement Year There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement* can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement. Final Year Your final year aims to bring you to the level to enter the world of work by consolidating your knowledge and skills from year one and two. You could also work on a large final project in an area of your interest, with the support of a mentor and your Academic Personal Tutor. In your third year you will have the opportunity to choose from a range of optional modules, to total 120 credits overall. Modules Independent Project Sex, Sexuality, Power and Oppression Chinese Politics, Foreign Relations and Security The Green Movement: The Search for Sustainability US Politics: Tyranny or Democracy? Nationalism and Democratisation in Post-Communist Europe Political Ideologies since 1945 Politics of the Middle East We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website