Politics, International Studies and French BA

One of the best parts of this degree is how much you get to put your learning into practice. From debating global issues in small group seminars to spending a year abroad in a French-speaking country, the course is designed to make you confident applying knowledge outside the classroom. You’ll sharpen your language skills through real interaction, develop research techniques that employers value, and gain international experience that makes your CV stand out.

Alongside lectures, you’ll be actively involved in projects, discussions, and cultural immersion. And because Warwick invests heavily in its teaching resources, you’ll always have access to the tools and support you need. Here’s what that looks like in practice:

• Year Abroad / Placement: Live, study, or work in a French-speaking country for a full year. Past students have studied at top partners such as Sciences Po Paris, Université de Bourgogne, and Université Paris-Sorbonne.

• Language Labs & Media Resources: Learn French using authentic materials—films, radio, newspapers—supported by small group tutorials led by expert staff and native speakers.

• Seminars & Group Work: Take part in debates, simulations, and presentations that bring political theory to life and build your confidence in teamwork and communication.

• Research Training: Learn how to collect, analyse, and present data—skills that are applied in essays, policy briefs, and final-year projects.

• Cultural Immersion & Networking: Join the Politics Society or attend guest lectures through the PAIS department, where you’ll hear directly from policy makers, diplomats, and leading academics.

A degree in Politics, International Studies and French from Warwick opens doors worldwide. Many graduates step into roles such as policy analyst, diplomat, journalist, NGO officer, or international business consultant. What makes you stand out is the mix of political insight, global awareness, and fluency in French—a skill combination that’s in high demand.

Here’s how Warwick helps you turn your degree into a career:

• Dedicated careers support: From your first year, you’ll have access to Warwick’s Careers Service for tailored advice, interview practice, and networking events. Support continues for two years after you graduate.

• Strong employability stats: Within 15 months of finishing the course, around 95% of graduates are in work or further study. Average starting salaries sit at £27,500–£30,000, with clear progression in the years that follow.

• International partnerships: Your compulsory year abroad builds real-world experience, with opportunities to study at prestigious partners like Sciences Po Paris or Université de Bourgogne. This gives you both cultural immersion and a professional network that stretches across Europe.

• A trusted degree: Warwick’s Politics and International Studies department (PAIS) is consistently ranked among the UK’s best, and employers know it. The combination of academic reputation and real-world skills makes this degree a long-term asset.

Further Academic Progression:

If you’d like to carry on studying, this course sets you up perfectly for a Master’s in International Relations, Public Policy, Political Theory, or even specialist postgraduate training in French language, translation, or intercultural communication. Many Warwick graduates also choose to continue into research degrees (MPhil/PhD) to deepen their expertise.