University Foundation in Law and Criminology (two-semesters), Leading to Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Politics Navitas Group - Keele University International College, UK

This programme leads to an array of Law and Criminology degrees at Keele University, preparing students to thrive in their chosen area

Progression from Foundation

The Law pathway subjects prepare students for law degrees at Keele are informed by research and offer a critical approach to legal education in an enriched, inclusive environment, involving a range of professional activities and support. You will be able to go on to train as a solicitor or barrister following graduation, or prepare for a legal career of your choice from a range of options.

The Humanities and Social Sciences subjects are focused on the ways in which we engage with one another as human beings in contexts ranging from the local to the global. The research and teaching at Keele University focuses on the varied dimensions of human experience and on the full range of cultural, economic and social challenges we face in a fast-changing world.

Leading to Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Politics

A controversial subject to many but one that is at the forefront of modern society. Who is in power? What makes a good leader? How are we impacted by worldwide events? Politics at Keele is designed to help you understand society and the events and forces that shape it. Politics is not just the concern of politicians - it is about big issues that affect every individual, such as the environment and human rights. Our wide-ranging course develops your knowledge and understanding of government, people, ideas, institutions, and their interactions. Join a close-knit and supportive academic community, discover new ideas, understand various perspectives and debate big questions. Develop skills in critical thinking, communication and problem-solving, applicable to a wide range of careers.

Politics matters because it shapes who gets what, when, how, why and where. Politics at Keele helps you to understand society and the events and forces which shape it, engaging with questions of power, justice, conflict, legitimacy, accountability, and governance.

You will be taught by our award-winning research-active members of staff in small tutorial groups. You will be part of an active, friendly, and supportive academic community where you are encouraged to share your views and debate the most relevant and controversial contemporary political issues, examining core debates and issues such as 'why are people becoming disillusioned with politics?', 'what is a democracy?' or 'when is it legitimate to resist the state?.

Politics at Keele aims to provide you with both subject-specific knowledge and the skills you will need after graduation, plus opportunities to develop your intellectual, personal and professional capabilities. Our modules will help you enhance vital workplace skills, including independent thinking, synthesizing information, creative problem solving, communicating clearly, and appreciating the social, environmental and global implications of your studies and activities. Our educational programme and learning environment are designed to help you become a well-rounded graduate, capable of making a positive and valued contribution in a complex and rapidly changing world, whichever spheres of life you engage in after your studies are completed.