Studying Politics at University: What You'll Study, Careers and Application Tips

Thinking about studying politics at university but not sure where to start? In this video guide, Dr Jenny Mathers, Senior Lecturer at Aberystwyth University, explains what studying politics at university is really like and who these courses are best suited for. Hosted by Jon Cheek, Founder of UniTasterDays, the conversation explores everything students should know before choosing a politics degree. In this guide, we explore: what studying politics at university is really like why students might choose a politics degree or a combined politics course application tips and what universities look for in politics applicants careers you can pursue with a politics degree This guide is ideal for students researching degree options, teachers supporting post-16 and post-18 choices, and parents wanting to better understand studying politics at university. Contents 00:00 - Introduction 00:23 - Why might students consider studying politics at university? 02:08 - What can students expect on a politics degree? 07:39 - Application tips for studying politics at university 10:09 - Example research interests of a politics academic 11:15 - What careers can a politics degree lead to?