Politics BA/BSc

at King's College London

Program structure

Year 1 Required modules

You are required to take the following modules:

• Fundamentals of Politics Research (15 credits)

• World Politics Since 1945 (30 credits)

• Comparing Political Systems (30 credits)

• Introduction to Political Theory (30 credits)

• Statistics for Political Science (15 credits)

Year 2 Required modules

After year 1, you will choose whether to read for the BA or the BSc. You are required to take the following modules:

• Research Methods for Politics (15 credits)

If you choose Politics BSc, in addition you will be required to take the following modules:

• Game Theory & Strategic Decision-Making (15 credits)

• Statistics for Political Science II (15 credits)

Year 3 Required modules

There are no required modules for Year 3.

Preferred subjects:

Essay focused subjects.

A-Levels

Required grades:

A*AA

Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels.

Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component. We do not consider the EPQ at any point of the assessment process.

Contextual A-Level information

AAB Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels. Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component. We do not consider the EPQ at any point of the assessment process.

International Baccalaureate

35 points including 766 at Higher Level.

Notes: The total point score of 35 includes TOK/EE.

Contextual International Baccalaureate information

35 points including 665 at Higher Level. Notes: The total point score of 35 includes TOK/EE.

Full time tuition fees UK:

The UK tuition fee for the 2022-2023 academic year is currently £9,250 per year

Full time tuition fees International:

The International tuition fee for the 2022-2023 academic year is £29,460 per year.

Your Politics BA/BSc will equip you for a wide-range of career options in business, government and policy, the public sector, charity and social enterprise. Through your course, you will acquire skills and knowledge that are recognised and valued by employers in policy development, governmental roles and communications, amongst many others.