This programme provides an in-depth, critical study and analysis of political theories, concepts and practices and aims to equip students with the scientific knowledge and skills to better understand and explain leading principles in the world of politics such as power, government and governance.  Students will closely examine the changing nature of governments, political behaviours and cultures, political systems, political philosophies, political institutions and political actors.   Our students are expected to gather intellectual, critical reading, data collection and analysis as well as oral and written communication skills that are transferrable to most areas of contemporary societies.

• Listing ID: 5318
• Field of Study: Social Sciences
• Institution Category: Universities
• Institution Type: Public
• Awarding Body: The University of the West Indies
• Qualification Level: Level 5 - Bachelor's Degree
• Education Sector: Higher Education
• ISCED Code: 03 Social Sciences, Journalism and Information- 031 Social and Behavioural Sciences- 0312 Political Sciences and Civics
• Qualification Developer: The University of the West Indies
• Quality Assurance Body: University Council of Jamaica (UCJ)
• Entry Requirements: FULL TIME (3 Year Programme): Five CSEC subjects (General Proficiency Grades I-III) or GCE O'Level/BGCSE subjects (Grades A-C) which must include English Language and Mathematics AND Two double Units CAPE subjects or 2 GCE A-Level subjects. PART TIME (4 Year Programme): Five CSEC subjects (General Proficiency Grades I-III) or GCE O'Level / BGCSE subjects (Grades A-C) with compulsory English Language and Mathematics.
• Number of Credits: 90