BA (Hons) Geography and Politics Bachelor's degree at UHI
BA (Hons) Geography and Politics at UHI integrates core theory, research and methods, applied practice, specialist options, an independent project and professional skills development.
About this course
BA (Hons) Geography and Politics is a Bachelor's degree (BA (Hons)) at UHI, based in UHI Argyll,UHI North West Hebrides. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Politics & International Relations, see the sections below.
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 5 modules
- Ideas and ideologies in politicsCore
- Introduction to human geographyCore
- Understanding sustainable developmentCore
- Conflict and the balance of power in Europe, 1789-1945Optional
- The evolving politics of the British IslesOptional
Year 2 6 modules
- Atmosphere, weather and climateCore
- Introduction to geographical information systems (GIS)Core
- Comparative politicsOptional
- History of political ideasOptional
- Qualitative research methodsOptional
- Sustainable development approaches in an international contextOptional
Year 3 6 modules
- Assessment of the environmental impacts of development
- Climate change
- Modern political Ideas
- Advanced social research methodsOptional
- European politicsOptional
- Sustainable tourism and the environmentOptional
Year 4 6 modules
- Agroecology: regenerative food systemsOptional
- Democratising EuropeOptional
- Geopolitical development issuesOptional
- GeopoliticsOptional
- Political theoryOptional
- Sustainable energy and waste minimisationOptional
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
You'll study political science and international relations from foundations through to specialist research. A course like this normally starts with introductions to political systems, institutions and ideologies, alongside theories of international relations, realism to constructivism, and core research skills. In Year 2, you'll usually move to comparative politics across democracies and autocracies, international security including conflict and new challenges from cyber to climate, and research methods covering both quantitative and qualitative approaches. In Year 3, you'll typically choose specialist options such as global governance, human rights, political theory or public policy, and complete a supervised independent research project on a political question you select.
Who it's for
This course suits students seeking flexible, part-time study in geography and politics. Around 20% of recent entrants held another higher-education qualification before starting, indicating the programme welcomes students with varied educational backgrounds. Part-time study allows you to balance academic work with other commitments.
Careers & job market
Across Politics and International Relations courses nationally, 85% of graduates were in work or further study 15 months after graduating. Of those working, 60% were in highly skilled roles or continuing their studies. National graduate earnings data shows starting salaries (at 15 months) typically range from £24,000 to £32,000; after three years, £21,675 to £30,600; and after five years, £27,200 to £38,400. These figures reflect the broader graduate population, not a guarantee for individual outcomes. First-year retention stands at 90% across the institution.
University & format
This BA (Hons) is delivered part-time at the University of the Highlands and Islands, taught in English. The university is a recognised UK degree-awarding body, so degrees are nationally recognised. Study takes place at UHI Argyll and UHI North West Hebrides.
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Provider-published requirement; check the linked course page before applying.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| Other | 40% |
| another higher-education qualification | 20% |
| A-levels or equivalent | 20% |
| a previous degree | 10% |
| a Baccalaureate | 10% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
UHI publishes tuition by domicile, award level, study mode and delivery. Use the individual course page for the exact year-by-year fee.
Published UHI fee framework
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Careers & earnings
What Politics & International Relations graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in politics & international relations · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Politics & International Relations nationally
National figures for Politics & International Relations graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
Job market & outlook
How Politics & International Relations graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Politics & International Relations graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Government & civil service (FCDO)
- Think tanks
- NGOs
- Public-affairs agencies
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Politics & International Relations graduates.
Head of History & PoliticsProspero TeachingExaminer - GCE A Level Politics (2017 specification).PearsonA Level PoliticsBURNLEY COLLEGESocial & Audience Engagement Producer (Politics & World News)SkyHead of the School of Area Studies Sociology History Politics and LiteratureUniversity of PortsmouthHead of History and politicsCV-LibraryWho studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
University of the Highlands and Islands
Social sciences across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
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