Year 2 broadens into a comparative approach to political systems and also enables you to study British politics in depth. In year 3 you can specialise in Europe, America, the Third World or international aspects of politics. The skills of political analysis which you will learn will be an invaluable part of your educational experience. You will study at least three Politics modules each year. There are student exchanges with the United States, the Netherlands, France and Norway, and in class you can expect to meet students from many parts of Europe and overseas.
Assessment is by a mixture of examinations and coursework.
In addition, in year 3 you will write a project or extended essay. They study normally during the day alongside the full-time students, taking on average four modules a year. By this route, part-time students can achieve an Honours degree in six years, an ordinary degree in five years, and a Diploma in Higher Education in four years. The time taken can vary upwards or downwards according to the student's programme of study. The Associate Student Scheme enables students to take some individual modules without necessarily aiming for qualifications.