Program Description

Should states have the power to strip people of their citizenship? How do we survive ecological collapse? What does the vast wealth of a few powerful individuals mean for democracy? Come to study and debate these questions with us. Why study BA (Hons) Politics and Economics at BU?

• A dynamic and interdisciplinary course exploring power and (in)equality, justice and conflict in a world shaped by economic, a pandemic and climate crises
• You can choose units tailored to your passions and career aspirations;
• We cover a range of issues including populism, leadership, diplomacy, race, gender, identity, and environmental activism
• Gain hands-on experience as political pundits, experts, fact-checkers, journalists and researchers through participation in staff-student run projects
• Network with industry professionals and add valuable experience to your CV in a 4-week or 30-week placement
• Be part of a community studying politics and economics through regular events, film screenings, discussions and debates, organised and led by students’ BU Politics Society

Admission Requirements

• Indian Students Requirement:-
  • You can apply to study a Bachelor’s degree from year one if you hold a Higher Secondary School Certificate/Standard XII and have achieved an average percentage of at least 65% (although some courses will require this to be higher).
  • You can undertake a Foundation Certificate before going on to an undergraduate course if you have successfully completed 12 years of schooling in India and achieved a minimum of UKVI IELTS (Academic) 5.0.
• Arab Students Requirement:-
  • You can apply to study from year one of a Bachelor's degree from year one if you have completed:
    • A foundation programme
    • A Levels, or
    • International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma.
  • Twelve years’ schooling in Saudi Arabia and minimum IELTS 5.0

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6.5

Remarks:

IELTS waiver for Indian Student:-

• IELTS waiver is given to State Boards Only from Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka State.
• MoI accepted if the UG completed in past One year from the Course application date)