Political Science

The Political Studies Association exists to develop and promote the study of politics. The political science major provides a basis for careers in law, public administration, corporate and current affairs, and journalism, as well as graduate study in the field. The program includes a foundation in political theory and comparative politics.

Why Study Political Science in UK universities?

There are numerous very good reasons for choosing to study Political Science at a UK university:

• Political science is the preferred choice in law school and those seeking careers in government or public service.
• Political science provides a good foundation for a career in the professions such as law, financial services and teaching.
• Further study in political at postgraduate and PhD level is also a potential career path.

Course modules can include: Majors:

• Politics and international relations
• Politics and Sociology
• Polities and social policy
• Law and Politics
• Philosophy and politics
• Politics and Economics
• History and politics
• Politics and society
• Human Rights and International Politics

Where Should I study Political Science?

UK institutions and universities which consistently appear top in the rankings for political science are:

• University of Kent
• University of York
• University of Glasgow
• The University of Edinburgh
• University of Essex
• University of Nottingham
• University of Southampton
• University of Surrey
• University of Bath
• University of Durham
• University of Sheffield
• Loughborough University
• University of Warwick
• Aston University
• University of Brighton
• University of Cardiff
• University of Bristol
• University of Southampton
• City University London
• University of Newcastle
• University of Nottingham
• University of Manchester