The Politics (With Foundation Year) at the University of Hull is your gateway to understanding the forces that shape our world, from the exercise of power and the dynamics of inequality to the complex interplay of identity and conflict. This undergraduate degree is ideal for aspiring analysts, policymakers, or activists who seek to critically engage with contemporary political issues and historical precedents. You will explore foundational concepts in political ideologies, international politics, and comparative politics, building a robust academic framework for analysing domestic and global challenges. This programme provides a comprehensive introduction to the discipline, preparing you for advanced study and a career in public service or political engagement.
This full-time, on-campus degree is structured over four years, including a preparatory foundation year designed to build your academic skills and introduce you to social science research methods. Throughout your studies, you will delve into British political history, global political economy, and political research, with opportunities to specialise through optional modules in areas like international relations theory or environmental politics. You will develop your analytical and writing abilities through compulsory modules and a significant dissertation in your final year, potentially complemented by an international trimester abroad or a valuable one-trimester internship, equipping you with practical experience and a strong foundation for diverse career paths.