European Politics BA

Experiential Learning

From day one, this degree isn’t just about studying theories—it’s about really doing politics. You’ll develop hands-on research skills, engage directly with experienced faculty from neighbouring departments, and immerse yourself in real-world debates through guest lectures and London’s living classroom. You’ll benefit from King’s central location—right alongside major political hubs—and access unmatched library and networking resources.

Here’s where things get interactive and enriching:

• Study Abroad in Year 2: Take your second semester overseas at top institutions like Sciences Po, University of Copenhagen, University of Michigan, National University of Singapore, and more.

• Inter‑departmental Engagement: You’ll work closely with experts across key areas—like the Department of International Development, War Studies, Political Economy, and the Dickson Poon School of Law.

• Library & Research Resources: Discover a vast world of sources in the Maughan Library—King’s main research library—home to hundreds of thousands of books, archives, and rare collections.

• London as Your Classroom: Being steps away from Parliament and other political institutions means you’ll naturally tap into a network of lectures, events, and talks led by practitioners and policymakers.

• Student‑led Think Tank: Join the largest student‑led think tank in Europe—King’s Think Tank—to debate real issues, produce peer‑reviewed policy recommendations, and connect with policymakers and NGOs.

These opportunities make learning feel alive—and truly prepare you for a future in politics, policy, or public service.

Here’s how King’s actively supports European Politics BA students’ transition from study to career, with concrete outcomes:

University services supporting employability

• King’s hosts over 500 employers on campus each year, offering a packed calendar of careers fairs, workshops, and networking events.

• The Employer Engagement Team and the King’s Skills for the Future digital suite help students develop and evidence transferable skills such as negotiation, digital literacy, innovation, resilience, and AI fluency.

Employment stats and salary figures

• Around 85% of European Politics BA graduates go on to work and/or further study within 15 months of graduation.

• Average salaries for politics-related degrees from King’s are approximately £27,000 (15 months after graduation), rising to £29,500 after 3 years and £36,000 after 5 years.

• Employment is typically at a professional level: 80% are in highly skilled roles, and 60% report their work as meaningful and closely linked to what they studied.

University–industry partnerships

• Graduates move into respected organisations such as the UK Civil Service, European Parliament (Schuman Traineeships), the House of Commons, Credit Agricole CIB, and the État-Major de l’Armée de Terre.

• King’s is also among the most targeted universities by top UK employers, with over 90% of graduates in highly skilled employment within 15 months.

Long-term accreditation value

• In the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework, King’s earned a Gold rating for graduate outcomes, underlining the career impact of its degrees.

• King’s also ranks 7th in the UK for Graduate Employability in the Times Higher Education Global Employability Ranking.

Graduation outcomes

• Many graduates move into professional roles in public service, journalism, consultancy, EU institutions, NGOs, and finance.

• Common job titles include Campaign Strategist, Parliamentary Assistant, KYC Analyst, Chargée de Mission, and Schuman Trainee.

• Importantly, 60% of graduates say they are applying what they learned in their degree to their current roles.

Further Academic Progression

After completing the European Politics BA, you’ll be well-prepared for advanced study. Popular options include:

• A Master’s in Public Policy at King’s, leading to careers such as Policy Advisor in the Civil Service, Research Assistant at Boston Consulting Group, Policy Analyst at Homes England, or Press Officer for an MEP.

• Postgraduate research at King’s or internationally, building on your foundation in European politics and policy analysis.

• Interdisciplinary Master’s degrees in International Relations, Political Economy, or EU Governance, which open doors to senior policy and research careers.