Politics and International Relations, BA (Hons), with industry placement

Our Politics and International Relations with a Year in Industry degree equips students with expertise in domestic politics—such as political theory, elections, and parliaments—as well as international relations, including security studies and conflict. It explores intersecting topics like environmental politics, global political economy, and international development. The programme is highly regarded, ranking 6th in the UK for teaching and 3rd for student voice (NSS 2023), with 92% of graduates employed or in further activities 15 months after leaving (HESA 2023).The course begins with foundational modules in the first year, progressing to specialised options in the second and a self-directed dissertation in the final year. Students can participate in a unique Parliamentary Studies module, including a visit to Westminster, and spend a year abroad to enhance skills. Assessment includes presentations, essays, and group work, fostering strong research and analytical abilities. Graduates pursue careers in government, education, media, and more. For details, contact study@swansea.ac.uk.

Your first year of study is made up of compulsory modules covering a range of themes. Compulsory modules are studied by all students on the programme, meaning you are automatically enrolled. Examples of compulsory modules include: • Introduction to Politics • Politics and the People In your second and third year you will study a mixture of compulsory and optional modules, from an expansive range of subject areas. Examples of optional modules in recent years have included: • Contemporary Moral Controversies • Freedom, Angst and the Embodied Self: Themes in Continental Philosophy • America in Crisis: Political Culture and Society from the Tet Offensive to Trump • International Security • British Politics and Public Policy You will have the opportunity to spend a year abroad between your second and final year, broadening your skills and experiencing different cultures. Our partner institutions span the globe, with opportunities varying each year. Your final year will include a compulsory independent dissertation project. For the full programme structure and module breakdown, please visit our webpage at: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/social-sciences/politics-philosophy-international-relations/ba-politics-international-relations/