Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Politics and Global Sustainability (L258)

The BSc in Politics and Global Sustainability reflects the needs of our time. The course reimagines the knowledge, skills, and attributes that are critical to creating a sustainable future for humanity and nature.

Students will examine questions that are integral to understanding contemporary politics, such as how to build a sustainable world that ensures fairness between generations, achieves class and gender equality, facilitates environmental restoration, and promotes peace within and between countries.

The program features an excellent and highly qualified teaching team that guides and supports students as they explore themes such as power, security, ethics, inequality, sustainability, leadership, development, governance, and justice. Innovative teaching methods, including simulations, role-playing, and student conferences, enhance the learning experience.

This truly interdisciplinary degree equips students to understand, respond to, and lead their communities in a challenging and changing world. They will benefit from approaches that include behavioral economics, political economy, international relations, sociology, and political philosophy.

Students will develop critical, innovative, and interdisciplinary thinking, along with professional skills as compassionate advocates for sustainability. Upon graduation, they will possess the knowledge, skills, and understanding required for a wide range of career pathways, ready and empowered to tackle global challenges.

The university offers a stimulating learning environment where students can share their knowledge, deepen their understanding, and refine their debating skills. Networking opportunities with graduates will provide insights on building careers in the civil service, international business, the NGO sector, or academia.

The university recognizes that employers seek dynamic, open-minded graduates who can adapt, innovate, and collaborate. Therefore, it has designed a new approach to teaching and learning to ensure that students are work-ready upon graduation.