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Global Studies

Explore how global processes create local outcomes and how local developments change the world. Analyse issues like climate change, migration, exclusion, and justice, and identify how you can be a force for change by developing nuanced responses and solutions.

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Does this suit you?

Do you want to learn through different and integrated disciplinary perspectives?
Do you enjoy the challenge of working with different forms of data?
Are you excited to apply knowledge to hands-on, real-world projects?

Your future

Get ready to develop professional, academic, and global citizenship skills that support diverse professional pathways.
Learn how to collect, analyse, and represent data—essential for many future studies and jobs.
Be prepared for a increasingly complex and challenging world.

Good to know

You'll obtain a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree
This is a three-year, full-time programme
To start in September, apply before 1 April (non-EU/EEA) or 1 May (EU/EEA)

Experience it for yourself

14 Nov

Bachelor's Open Day

"I’m passionate about exploring the world and contributing to positive change. Global Studies’ interdisciplinary approach equips me to explore diverse cultures and tackle today’s wicked problems." Lola Rahlwes, Global Studies student

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Where will you study

Find out more about the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

Students' work

Explore the stories of our current students on our student-led platform, Global Studies Bridge. Here you will find examples of student projects, field study experiences, and interviews with staff and students about life at Global Studies.

Start exploring PBL here

Curious if Problem-Based Learning (PBL) suits you? Explore our interactive tool and discover how you learn best.