Undergraduate courses
With us you will learn about mainstream political institutions and theories, critical approaches, identity, citizenship, social movements and change, with a focus on assorted methods and approaches. In addition, you will also be exposed to a number of international issues and theories, as we consider these to be central to the study of politics in the twenty-first century.
Top 5 in the UK
For politics for overall satisfaction* in the National Student Survey 2024
*Measured by % positivity based on Q1-24 for all institutions listed in the Guardian University Guide league tables.
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Graduate outcomes
92% of our undergraduate politics graduates are in employment or further education* (Graduate Outcomes 2024, HESA).
This is the largest survey of employment and further study outcomes for UK graduates.
*UK domiciled graduates of full-time, undergraduate qualifications, in full-time employment, from higher education institutions.
What our students say
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Scholarships and bursaries
Discover how we may be able to support your studies with a host of bursaries and scholarships directly from the University of Surrey and external providers.
