Politics and German

University of Bristol
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years LanguagesPolitics

A-Level Entry

AAB - BBB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£28,000

About this course

This degree combines politics and international relations with the study of German, a widely spoken language around the world and highly sought after for business, research and trade. Knowing German will give you direct access to the cultural production and political debates in German-speaking countries. This provides a valuable skill set, ideally tailored to the increasingly globalised workplace.

German can be studied from beginners' level and post-A level (or equivalent).

You will study the politics of individual countries and governments and the relationships between countries, communities and individuals.

Politics is organised around three themes:

  • political theory

  • comparative and national politics

  • international relations.

    You will follow a structured language course in German, as well as explore the rich culture and history of German-speaking countries and communities, choosing from a range of units in literature, film, history, thought, politics, linguistics and visual culture. You will spend your third year abroad in a German-speaking country, extending your language skills and cultural knowledge. To find out more about studying abroad, visit the Centre for Study Abroad: bristol.ac.uk/centre-for-study-abroad

    Both schools encourage strong synergy between research and teaching, resulting in a vibrant learning environment as staff respond to new research in their teaching. This course combination offers an enriching experience with exciting intellectual challenges, providing a range of options that allow you to pursue your own interests.

    Teaching is delivered through lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops and one-to-one project supervision. Assessments may include presentations, essays, commentaries, exams, collaborative projects, debates, podcasts, video essays, and dissertations.

    Our course will ensure you practise a range of skills, which will make you attractive to future employers in the sector of your choice.

    All modern languages students have access to our state-of-the-art Multimedia Centre. You can also access extracurricular activities such as talks by visiting speakers, societies, language cafés, student newspapers, and talent shows.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades AAB - BBB
    Scottish Higher AAABB
    Scottish Advanced Higher AB
    BTEC DDD

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Bristol

    Avg. Salary: £28,000

    Part-time

    Duration: 6-7 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Bristol

    Avg. Salary: £28,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    2431 Management consultants and business analysts
    4124 Finance officers
    3531 Brokers
    2421 Chartered and certified accountants

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Bristol
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Languages, Politics
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £28,000