Politics with Foundation Year

Careers and opportunities Studying politics allows you to discover the political issues shaping – and dividing – societies around the world.

Once you've finished your foundation year, you'll transfer straight on to our BA (Hons) Politics degree, which will help you get to grips with the major issues facing people and politicians today, including Brexit, the NHS, and life in a ‘post-truth’ world.

You'll gain in-depth political knowledge and skills in communication, research, critical thinking and analysis essential for a range of careers. Many of our politics graduates go into people-focused roles, or apply their understanding of political theory to roles in research, shaping social policy or working for social change.

Placement year opportunities Once you've completed your foundation year and moved on to your full Bachelor's degree, you can do an optional work placement sandwich year, to get valuable longer-term work experience in the industry.

Previous students have secured placements at:

We’ll help you secure a work placement that fits your aspirations. You’ll get mentoring and support throughout the year.