Studying Politics at City, you will be based at the heart of a major political and financial capital, and will learn from internationally recognised leaders in their fields with expertise in areas that include:
- international affairs
- foreign policy and diplomacy
- Comparative Politics
- international political economy and finance
- human rights
Our Politics Degrees and Masters in Politics cover English Law, International Human Rights, Diplomacy & Foreign Policy, Political Economics, History, Sociology & Journalism.
Career perspectives
Employers recognise the increasing importance of people with a deep understanding of contemporary global issues and the challenges facing the world.
Our students move into careers in international organisations and NGOs, the Civil Service, media or the private and corporate sector, investment banking and economics.
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How to become a political assistant
City will help you prepare for a role as a political assistant where you will be expected to undertake research, administrative support and publicity duties.
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How to become a civil servant
Working in the Civil Service opens up a huge variety of roles and opportunities with learning and development throughout your career.
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Event
Feb 21
Alumni Expert Panel: Navigating Career Change and Achieving Success
Hosted by Dr Sara Silvestri, Senior Lecturer in International Politics, this event will feature an expert panel discussion on the topic of overcoming barriers in career change and achieving success.
, 18:00 – 19:30
Location: Online
Audience: Academics; Alumni; Prospective students; Staff; Students
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News
Jeremy Hunt’s autumn statement is a poisoned chalice for whoever wins the next election
Professor Steve Schifferes, Honorary Research Fellow in the City Political Economy Research Centre, gives his take on the Chancellor’s latest announcements.
Related courses
- International Politics MA Postgraduate taught degree
- Global Political Economy MA Postgraduate taught degree
- Politics PhD/MPhil Postgraduate research degree
- Diplomacy and Foreign Policy MA Postgraduate taught degree
- International Politics and Human Rights MA Postgraduate taught degree
- Introduction to English Law and Legal Method Short courses and professional development
- Politics BSc (Hons) Undergraduate degree
- International Politics BSc (Hons) Undergraduate degree
- History and Politics BA (Hons) Undergraduate degree
- International Political Economy BSc (Hons) Undergraduate degree
- International Politics and Sociology BSc (Hons) Undergraduate degree
- Journalism, Politics and History BA (Hons) Undergraduate degree