The BA (Hons) Politics and Social Policy with Foundation Year at the University of Wolverhampton is your gateway to understanding the complex interplay between governance, societal challenges, and citizen action. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are passionate about dissecting issues like poverty, social inequalities, and international relations, and are driven to explore the policies and political ideas that shape our world. You will develop a critical perspective on how power operates, how policies are formed, and how citizens advocate for change, preparing you to engage meaningfully with contemporary political and social discourse.
This full-time, four-year programme, studied on campus, begins with a foundation year designed to build your academic, digital, and personal skills, ensuring you are fully prepared for higher education. You will then delve into core areas such as contemporary political ideologies, social policy analysis, and international politics, with opportunities to engage in project-based learning and research methods. Throughout your studies, you will develop essential research, analytical, and communication skills, graduating with a comprehensive understanding of politics and social policy, ready for diverse career paths in public service, policy analysis, or the third sector.