Politics, International Studies and French BA

This degree isn’t just about theory — it’s designed so you can live what you’re studying. From lively debates in small seminars to translation tasks, film analysis, and authentic French texts, you’ll constantly be applying what you learn in real ways. The highlight is the compulsory year abroad in a French-speaking country, where you’ll study or work and immerse yourself fully in another culture. On campus, you’ll have access to Warwick’s modern teaching spaces, outstanding library, and tailored careers support, so you’re never learning in isolation.

Here’s how that looks in practice:

• Year abroad / work placement – spend a full year living, studying, or working in a French-speaking country. This is where your language skills and cultural knowledge really come alive.

• Language practice in small groups – develop speaking, writing, and translation through interactive classes that use films, news articles, and real French media.

• Seminars and debates – politics modules are taught in small groups where you discuss, present, and challenge ideas with classmates and lecturers.

• Assignments with real-world focus – essays, presentations, and translations often use current political events or authentic French cultural sources.

• Learning facilities – Warwick’s University Library gives you access to huge collections of books, journals, and digital resources. You’ll also study in the Oculus building, a modern hub designed for small-group teaching and tech-enabled learning.

• Careers support – you’ll have a dedicated careers consultant for Politics and French, plus events like employer Q&As, alumni panels, and career fairs to connect your degree to future jobs.

One of the best things about this degree is how versatile it makes you. Warwick graduates from Politics, International Studies & French step into roles in diplomacy, media, NGOs, and business. Careers like policy analyst, diplomatic service officer, journalist, or consultant in international development are common next steps — and your mix of political insight, language fluency, and a year abroad puts you at an advantage from day one.

Here’s what this looks like in practice:

• Tailored careers support – you’ll have your own careers consultant just for Politics and French students. They’ll help you polish your CV, prep for interviews, and connect you with employers and alumni through Q&As, fairs, and workshops.

• Strong graduate outcomes – Warwick Politics & French graduates report excellent results: median earnings around £29,000 just 15 months after finishing, and unemployment rates close to zero. Most grads are either in skilled jobs or postgraduate study almost immediately.

• Employer connections – Warwick alumni have gone on to work at the United Nations, BBC, Houses of Parliament, OECD, Lloyds Banking Group, and Human Rights Watch. The program’s international element means your options aren’t limited to the UK.

• Long-term value – while the degree isn’t tied to one single professional body, the combination of advanced language accreditation, international experience, and political training carries weight across sectors — employers see it as proof you can operate globally.

• Graduate satisfaction – about 78% of graduates say their job aligns with their long-term plans, and many highlight the sense of purpose and “meaningful work” they found after Warwick.

Further Academic Progression:
If you want to keep going in education, Warwick sets you up brilliantly. Many students choose postgraduate study — like a Master’s in International Relations, Public Policy, Development Studies, or even Translation and Interpretation. Others continue into research (MPhil or PhD) or take conversion courses into law or public administration. In short, you’ll leave with the flexibility to either dive straight into a career or specialise further through advanced study.