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Economics and Politics

By understanding the relationship between economics and politics, you will open doors to a range of careers from consultancy and banking, to national, international and local governments.

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Degree

BA (Hons) Economics and Politics

Degree Duration

4 Years :

1 year pathway + 3 years degree

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Pathways Available

International Foundation Year

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Start Dates

January | September

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Degree Overview

Gain the modern tools economists use to analyse real economic problems, and the tools used in politics to understand how ideas and political systems shape what citizens, businesses, and governments do. This degree gives you analytical, data, and communication skills, and a unique perspective on the way the world works.

This unique – and informed – perspective on the world is valuable not only to you, but to employers. The understanding of the context our world operates in gives you a head start in any career you are looking to jump into. More specifically, we give you the ideal skillset, knowledge and confidence to go into careers where you can make a real difference. Your future could be in banking, NGO’s, government or the UN, but whatever you do, you’ll be able to effect change in the places you want to see it.

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Important

You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the university over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, stationary and additional resources.

April programme subject to academic approval

Study Reasons

We're modernising the way you learn at Kent. In September 2025, we're launching a new curriculum and a progressive approach to assessment, timetabling and employability.

Enhanced employability skills. You'll make real-world connections and gain career-relevant knowledge and skills. We don't create graduates for job roles, we create graduates who are ready to make a real impact.

Frequent, ongoing feedback. You'll receive continuous feedback as you study. This helps you to build on your knowledge as you learn and improve the experience during your degree.

Your Pathways

The IFY will prepare you for the first year of your undergraduate degree. It’s made up of several core and subject-specific modules that will give you a greater understanding of your chosen subject area. The skills you develop through this programme will help you in your chosen degree, in your future career, and in all aspects of life.

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International Student Fees

You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.

Study Route Pathway Fees (2024-25) Pathway Fees (2025-26)
International Foundation Programme (IFP) From £17,995 From £18,595
International Year Zero From £12,995 From 13,395
International Year One (IY1) – From £18,595
Pre-Master’s (International Incorporated Masters – IIM) From £9,995 From £10,395
Please note: There is an additional administration fee payable to Oxford International. Stated fees do not include tuition applicable for your degree course continued at University of Kent.

Scholarships

Scholarships up to £6000 available

Please contact your Oxford International representative for more details on scholarships available to you. All scholarships are subject to availability and may be amended or withdrawn without notice.

16% off University of Kent tuition fees per year, for students moving into a degree from all our pathway routes.

Please contact your Oxford International representative for more details on scholarships available to you. All scholarships are subject to availability and may be amended or withdrawn without notice.

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