BA (Hons) Political Science

Bachelors Degree 4 Years On-Campus Northern Cyprus
Apply Now
About This Programme

Our politics degree will give you the tools to think critically about how power is exercised, how political decisions are made, and who makes these decisions, while developing your knowledge and practical skills. On the BA Politics degree you will learn about campaigns, elections, protest movements, policy issues and political ideals. You will explore different political arguments, rival theories, and alternative explanations. You will develop your skills in analytical and critical enquiry, debate, independent study and research, and self-motivation. 

Studying for a politics degree will help you to understand and think critically about political events, the interplay of domestic and international politics, how resources and power are distributed in society; how decisions are made; and why political systems develop in the ways that they do.  You’ll study the historic moments that have shaped our democracy – and learn the skills required to play your part in changing minds, shaping policy and fighting inequality.

Career Options

Jobs directly related to your degree include: Civil Service Fast Streamer, Government social research officer, Policy officer, Political risk analyst, Politician's assistant, Public affairs consultant, Social researcher, Trade union research officer

Eligibility Requirements
Admission Requirements

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Near East University below

1. WASSCE/A level Certficate

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

Near East University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12 year education or English is designated as the primary and official language, and the principle language of instruction.

If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

  • English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
Programme Details
Bachelors Degree Level
4 Years Duration
On-Campus Mode
Northern Cyprus Country
Intakes
February, 2026
July, 2025 → December, 2025
Closed
September, 2026
December, 2025 → July, 2026
Open
February, 2027
July, 2026 → December, 2026
Likely Open
Related Programmes
Bachelor of Science Political Science
Southeast Missouri State University
4 years • Bachelors Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Political Science
Galgotias University
3 Years • Bachelors Degree
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
The University of Akron
4 Years • Bachelors Degree
BSc. Political Science - Public Policy and Management
Middle Tennessee State University
4 Years • Bachelors Degree
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Middle Tennessee State University
4 Years • Bachelors Degree