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University degree

Politics and Economics

The University of Surrey
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
Worth knowing: about 40% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
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About this course

Our Politics and Economics degree course will provide you with a detailed understanding of core political and economic concepts, methodologies and theories. BSc (Hons) — 2026 entry Politics and Economics Across the world, politics is increasingly driven by the dynamics of economics. Our BSc Politics and Economics degree focuses on how the interaction of political and economic forces shape societies nationally and internationally.

You’ll learn how to apply tools of political and economic analysis to public policy issues, and explore how those who make decisions impact on others. We’re preparing you for the future by integrating AI into every course, building digital skills, confidence and creativity that employers value in tomorrow’s workplace.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
112-127 pts50%
128-143 pts20%
144-159 pts30%
How they qualified
100% got in with alevel.
alevel100%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
88%
In work or further study after
75%
In professional / skilled jobs
60%
Continue past first year
92%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£34,000
After 15 months
£40,000
3 years on
£54,000
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
92%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching89%
Assessment & feedback81%
Academic support81%
Well organised92%
Learning resources91%
Student community93%
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Where this degree can lead
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