Politics

Choose to study a Politics degree at Sussex. We offer undergraduate, Masters and PhD courses.

Undergraduate courses
Masters courses
PhD degrees

You will learn about politics in the UK, Europe, and across five continents. We are home to the internationally recognised and we’ll develop your understanding of current events and long-term trends of politics across the globe.

You will be taught by experts. We house Sussex’s internationally renowned Centre for the Study of Corruption, and bring you cutting edge insights across topics ranging from populism and state capture to environmental politics.

You’ll develop career-facing skills. Our teaching team includes leading journalists, speech-writers and practitioners who will teach their craft in masterclasses and guest lectures, helping to prepare you for your future.

We also offer an award-winning programme, including competitive internships with Westminster MPs. Through this programme, we will equip you with career-facing experiences, skills and connections.

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  • =12th in the UK for Political Science ()

  • Top 100 in the world for Politics ()

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Meet Valentina

Valentina Wampamba, History and Politics BA, took advantage of a teaching placement in Madrid to improve her language skills. Next, she aims to complete a PGCE whilst studying for a part-time Masters in International Education.

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