BA(Hons) Politics with Business Management

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 80% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.0.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 92, with at least  21 in Writing, 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening and 20 in Speaking.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 71 overall and 65 in Writing, and 59 in Speaking ,Reading, Listening and.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Queen Mary University of London offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to its students. 

Queen Mary Principal's Scholars Program: A scholarship program for undergraduate students who have an offer of admission from Queen Mary University of London and have achieved exceptional academic grades. The scholarship covers full tuition fees for three years of study, as well as a £2,000 annual stipend for living expenses.

Queen Mary International Excellence Scholarships: A scholarship program for international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have an offer of admission from Queen Mary University of London and have demonstrated academic excellence. The scholarship covers full tuition fees for one year of study.

Queen Mary Law Scholarships: A scholarship program for undergraduate and postgraduate law students who have an offer of admission from Queen Mary University of London and have demonstrated academic excellence. The scholarship covers full or partial tuition fees, depending on the level of academic achievement.

Queen Mary Engineering and Materials Science Scholarships: A scholarship program for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying engineering or materials science who have an offer of admission from Queen Mary University of London and have demonstrated academic excellence. The scholarship covers full or partial tuition fees, depending on the level of academic achievement.

Graduates of Queen Mary University of London's BA(Hons) Politics with Business Management program acquire a unique skill set blending political understanding with business acumen, opening diverse career pathways across public, private, and non-profit sectors.

Policy Analyst: Graduates often pursue roles as policy analysts, applying their understanding of political structures and business management concepts to assess policies, analyze their impact, and provide recommendations.

Public Relations Specialist: Graduates may work as public relations specialists, using their knowledge of politics and business management to handle communication strategies, manage crises, and maintain relationships between organizations and the public.

Government Relations Manager: Graduates can work as government relations managers, leveraging their understanding of political systems and business strategies to navigate government regulations and foster relationships between businesses and policymakers.

Political Campaign Manager: Graduates may opt for roles as political campaign managers, utilizing their knowledge of politics and business management to oversee campaign strategies, fundraising, and operations for political candidates or parties.

Management Consultant: Graduates can pursue careers as management consultants, offering expertise in business strategies, organizational improvement, and governmental policies to clients or organizations.

Policy Advisor: Graduates may work as policy advisors, providing insights into business-related policies, regulatory frameworks, and governmental decisions for businesses, NGOs, or governmental bodies.

Business Analyst: Graduates can work as business analysts, using their understanding of political landscapes and business management principles to analyze business processes and make strategic recommendations.

Corporate Affairs Manager: Graduates may pursue roles as corporate affairs managers, aligning business strategies with political landscapes, ensuring compliance, and managing corporate reputation.

Nonprofit Director: Graduates can become nonprofit directors, applying their knowledge to lead nonprofit organizations, understand political landscapes, and manage operations effectively.

Entrepreneur/Startup Founder: Graduates can leverage their combined skills in politics and business management to establish their ventures, applying their understanding of political dynamics in business endeavors.