Bachelor of Politics - University of Essex · Colchester, UK

Bachelor of Politics at University of Essex is a 3-year BA politics degree at the Colchester Campus. Build political analysis, international relations, political theory, and research skills through the Department of Government, with strong links to policy, diplomacy, and public affairs employers across the UK.

Study Politics & International Studies ranked #75 worldwide in QS World University Rankings by Subject and Politics ranked #42 in the UK in the Complete University Guide. The University of Essex is also placed in the top 200 in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, among the top 10% of universities globally, and #30 in the UK in the Complete University Guide.

Year one introduces politics, international relations, and political morality with optional pathways; year two develops methods through GV207 or GV252 plus politics options; year three culminates in a capstone project with advanced politics options.

Indicative total fees are £67,800 tuition with £0 application fee, with live GBP to MYR conversion in the fee breakdown below.

Entry requirements typically include A Levels BBB–BBC, STPM BBB–BBC, UEC pass all subjects with a minimum of five subjects at B4 or above, IB 30–29 points, and Other Qualifications on request. IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, TOEFL 4 overall with a minimum of 4 in each component, PTE 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each component, or CEFR band B2 overall with B2 in all components is required.

Career outcomes include policy analyst, political analyst, public policy advisor, international relations officer, political consultant, and diplomat roles.

Study at Colchester Campus with October intake. Plan to apply at least three months before your chosen start date.

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