Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Politics and Sociology

Politics permeates every aspect of our lives – shaping our opinions, informing our decisions and helping us to understand what motivates people.

When a student study Politics at the University of Stirling, they will increase their awareness of the different political systems, ideologies and policies that impact people’s lives regionally, nationally and globally. We’re ranked among the best universities for Politics in Scotland, and are highly regarded for our strong, research-led approach to teaching. In the 2017 National Student Survey, 100% of our Politics students said they were satisfied with their course. 

A Politics degree helps them develop the intellectual, communication and analytical skills employers are looking for. the students will open the door to a wide range of career opportunities – from politics itself, to connected arenas such as commerce, civil service, journalism, law and teaching. There are also plenty of opportunities to broaden their horizons by studying abroad during the course, including through Politics-specific partnerships with universities in Sweden and Poland.