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University degree

Politics

The University of Surrey
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Studying politics at Surrey will show you all aspects of the subject area and how vital political concepts and approaches can be applied on a practical level. BSc (Hons) — 2026 entry Politics Across the world, established political dynamics are being challenged. Our BSc Politics degree focuses on the role that citizens can play in shaping politics locally, nationally and internationally.

You’ll study power, identity, conflict and society, as well as the systems and organisations that govern the world, and the political movements seeking to reshape them. You’ll graduate with a wide range of transferable skills that are highly sought after by employers. We’re preparing you for the future by integrating AI into every course, building digital skills, confidence and creativity that employers value in tomorrow’s workplace.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
96-111 pts30%
112-127 pts25%
128-143 pts15%
144-159 pts15%
160-175 pts10%
176-191 pts10%
How they qualified
100% got in with alevel.
alevel100%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
85%
In work or further study after
60%
In professional / skilled jobs
100%
Continue past first year
93%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£31,000
After 15 months
£29,000
3 years on
£36,000
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
93%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching90%
Assessment & feedback90%
Academic support90%
Well organised95%
Learning resources90%
Student community92%
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on The University of Surrey's own site.
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