Politics, International Studies and German

Politics, international studies and German is a degree that equips you to understand how power is exercised and contested both within states and across the international system, while also developing the linguistic and cultural competence to engage with a major European country and its intellectual traditions. Politics and international relations give you the theoretical and analytical tools to examine government, democracy, foreign policy, security, international organisations and global challenges. German, one of the most widely spoken languages in Europe and the language of one of the world's largest economies, adds a practical and cultural dimension that makes the combination particularly relevant for anyone interested in European affairs.

At the University of Warwick this four-year full-time programme develops and deepens your German language skills while you study politics at both national and international levels through a culturally sensitive lens. You will build skills in theoretical analysis, qualitative and quantitative research, and written and oral communication. A sandwich year gives you the opportunity to gain substantial professional experience in industry before your final year, and work placement opportunities connect your academic learning with real professional environments.

The programme prepares you to examine political issues with rigour and cultural awareness, understanding how different societies approach questions of democracy, power, rights and governance. The German language element means you can engage with primary political and cultural texts in the original and with professional contexts in German-speaking countries.

Graduates move into careers in politics, policy, the civil service, international organisations, journalism, law, NGOs, diplomacy, European affairs, education, management consulting and business. The combination of political analysis and German language competence is particularly valued by employers with European operations. Postgraduate study in politics, European studies, international relations, German or law is a natural continuation.