Government and Politics

Course summary

Students study the workings of government and political culture in the United Kingdom and the United States. Political ideas such as liberalism, conservatism, socialism and nationalism are analysed, along with current events, issues, controversies and scandals in conjunction with political theory and historical developments. Every day, Downing Street and the White House, Parliament and Congress, Fleet Street and Wall Street will raise important issues for debate. ARE YOU INTERESTED IN: Politics and Law? Civil Service? Local Government? Media Management? LEADING TO FUTURES IN: This course supports multiple higher education and future career pathways including finance, the media, international relations, Civil Service, local government and planning.