Faculty: College of Health, Science and Society, School of Social Sciences. This three-year Bachelor of Arts with Honours (BA Hons) in Politics and International Relations is an applied, future-focused course that emphasizes the importance of theory, policy, and practice in political and global affairs. You will explore how popular movements, cultures, and great thinkers view conflicts, delve into topics like the EU, terrorism, and human rights abuse. The curriculum includes modules such as Critical Thinking and Political Theory, International Relations, Politics of Crisis and Change, and Politics, States and Resistance. In later years, you can choose from a wide range of optional modules covering areas like Gender in Politics, Global Political Economy, Atrocities in Global Politics, and Parliamentary Studies. The program offers opportunities for work placements in years two and three, study abroad in Europe or the USA, and volunteering with industry contacts. You'll engage in practical activities like role plays, debates, and policy analysis, supported by modern technology.

Career options for graduates are diverse and well-supported by UWE Bristol's career services, including GradLink, a careers website dedicated to international students. Graduates are in demand across many professions, securing roles in government (including the civil service), non-governmental organizations (NGOs), accountancy, human resources, media, and journalism. The course is designed to provide a strong balance of academic knowledge and the practical skills employers seek. Opportunities for work placements, studying abroad, and field trips to places like the Foreign and Commonwealth Office enhance employability, providing real-world experience and networking opportunities before graduation.

UWE Bristol offers over 1 million online resources available to students, providing extensive academic support and flexibility. It has three campuses located in and around the exciting city of Bristol, offering a vibrant and engaging student experience within Southwest England's largest city, known as a tech and startup hub. The university's strong ties with industry are reflected in work experience opportunities integrated into the degree. UWE Bristol is known for its focus on delivering high-quality, practice-based teaching and an outstanding student experience informed by academic research.