Politics 

The field of politics is forever changing, with new political topics being put on the agenda daily. This makes studying politics hugely interesting, you can discuss current affairs and things that are impacting the people of today and tomorrow by learning from the past and engaging in debates. Politics dictates a lot of our day-to-day lives, by studying for a degree in politics you can shape your opinion and prepare for a career where you can impact policy and drive change in the world we live in.

Studying politics at Bangor University means you can take an interdisciplinary approach to the subject. You can take the opportunity to explore politics through many approaches, with a range of modules that consider political issues from the perspective of political history, philosophy, sociology, social policy, law and media studies.

Since 1999, Wales has had its own government, allowing you to live in country where political debates happen at different levels. Experience living in a country where issues from your politics classes are played out locally and nationally. Learn first hand what it’s like to live and study in a country with a devolved government and how policy and national issues such as health, education and law are handled.

Studying politics will help develop your written and oral communication, analysis, evaluation, and problem solving, through your assessments and extra-curricular activities. These are highly transferable skills that are desirable in the world of politics and in many other professions.

Being able to understand and analyse how government and politics work are vital for careers in the public and private sector. You will learn about challenges like globalisation, climate, and social issues, alongside an appreciation for historical processes in government and society.