BA Political Science and Public Administration and Law

4 Years On Campus Dual-bachelors Program

University of Granada

Program Overview

This dual degree blends the study of law with the dynamics of political systems and public governance, giving you a rounded view of how legal frameworks and political decisions shape societies. It’s perfect for students who want to become thoughtful leaders, skilled in legal reasoning and political analysis, ready to work in public institutions, international organisations, or legal-policy environments.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1 — Foundations in Law and Politics

In your first year, you’ll dive into the essential building blocks of both law and political science. Courses like Constitutional Law I, Roman Law, Fundamentals of Political Science, Fundamentals of Public Administration Sciences, Theory of Law and History of Law help you understand how legal systems are structured and how political institutions function. These subjects build your analytical thinking and lay the groundwork for more advanced study.

Year 2 — Core Legal and Political Principles

In the second year, you start to explore how law and politics interact in society. Subjects such as Administrative Law I, Constitutional Law II, Civil Law II, Criminal Law I, Political Economics, Political Systems in Europe and North America and Political Theory deepen your understanding of rights, governance, public structures, and economic influences on policy. This helps you see how law and political decision-making intertwine in real institutions.

Year 3 — Advanced Application and International Focus

By the third year, you’re applying what you’ve learned to more complex scenarios. You’ll take subjects like Public International Law, Political Behaviour, Parties and Pressure Groups, International Relations, Financial Law I, Criminal Law 2 and Procedural Law 2 that explore how nations and political actors behave in legal and global contexts. This gives you tools to analyse international regimes as well as national institutional behaviour.

Year 4 — Policy, Governance and Professional Integration

In your final year, legal and political theories come together with practice. Courses such as Public Policy Analysis, Labour Law and Social Security, Political and Legal System of the European Union, Commercial Law II and Comparative Politics help you apply law and politics to public management, economic regulation, regional governance, and comparative systems. You’ll also complete a Work Placement where you gain real professional experience in a public or legal setting.

Focus Areas

Law and governance, constitutional systems, public administration, political behaviour, public policy, international law, comparative politics, European political and legal systems

Learning Outcomes

Critical legal reasoning, political and institutional analysis, policy evaluation, understanding of public administration processes, ability to interpret legal-political frameworks, analytical writing and communication skills

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

Official dual bachelor’s qualification recognised under Spanish and European higher education standards, preparing graduates for roles in public administration, political advisory, legal consultancy, international organisations, and governance institutions.

Reputation (Employability & Recognition)

The University of Granada is known for its strong tradition in both law and social sciences, producing graduates equipped for careers in legal practice, public policy, political research, government services, and international affairs, with broad recognition in academic and professional circles.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Studying this dual degree at University of Granada means you’ll learn by doing, not just by reading. Alongside your legal and political studies, you’ll build practical skills through real policy analysis, institutional casework, and hands-on projects that reflect how governments and legal systems operate in the real world. The university supports this with strong academic resources, collaborative spaces, and professional learning environments that prepare you for public service and legal careers:

Here’s how practical learning becomes part of your experience:

Work Placements (Internships) — The program includes a supervised professional placement where you gain real experience in public institutions, administrative bodies, or legal environments.
Case-based learning — Many courses use real legal cases, public policy scenarios, and government decisions so you can practise legal reasoning and policy analysis.
Policy projects and applied assignments — You’ll work on practical projects related to governance, administration, and regulatory issues, building problem-solving skills.
Group projects and presentations — Team-based research and structured presentations help you develop collaboration, leadership, and professional communication skills.
Undergraduate Dissertation — A supervised final research project lets you explore a real legal or political topic in depth while strengthening analytical and writing abilities.
Specialised libraries and study resources — Access to extensive collections in law, political science, governance, and public administration, plus academic journals and research databases.
Research institutes and academic centres — Opportunities to engage with university research environments connected to legal studies, political science, and public policy.
Digital learning platforms — Virtual campus systems support coursework, academic communication, research access, and collaborative work.
Modern campus facilities — Well-equipped lecture halls, research spaces, and collaborative study areas designed for focused academic and project work.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduating from this dual degree gives you a strong and flexible profile that blends legal knowledge with political and administrative expertise. Many students move into careers as Policy Advisors, Legal Consultants, Public Administration Officers, or Government Affairs Specialists, working in institutions that shape laws, policies, and public services. With a solid understanding of both legal systems and governance structures, you’re well prepared for roles where public decision-making and regulation truly matter:

Career support and employability services — The university’s dedicated career guidance teams help you prepare for professional life through mentoring, skills workshops, and connections with employers and public institutions.
Strong public sector pathways — Graduates commonly progress into government departments, public administration bodies, legal advisory roles, and policy organisations.
Professional networks and institutional exposure — Academic collaboration with public institutions and governance environments gives you valuable real-world insight and career access.
Recognised dual-degree value — Earning two official bachelor’s qualifications from a respected European public university strengthens your professional credibility across legal and public service fields.
Wide graduate outcomes — Alumni build careers in legal services, civil services, regulatory authorities, political advisory roles, international organisations, and public policy institutions.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the program, you can continue into specialised master’s degrees in areas such as Public Law, Political Science, Public Administration, International Relations, Public Policy, Governance, or Human Rights. Your interdisciplinary background also supports postgraduate pathways that combine law with politics or administration, opening opportunities in research, academia, and advanced leadership roles in public institutions.