Media, Power and Public Affairs

The digital age has brought about tumultuous change in how world events are reported, accessed, interacted with and, ultimately, influenced. this course examines the profound effect digital technology is having on the way public affairs are conducted and communicated and how today’s networked societies are using it to force rapid and far-reaching social and political change.

Graduates of political degrees have much to offer potential employers having developed a range of transferable skills, both practical and theoretical, whilst studying with us. with up to 90% of our most recent graduates now working or in further study, according to the complete university guide 2015, it’s true to say our graduates are highly employable. the methodological nature of a politics degree provides graduates with valuable analytical and research skills in preparation for careers in government, political consultancy, ngos and research organisations. in recent years, departmental graduates have secured jobs in a wide range of professions, such as the law, the civil service, accountancy, management, journalism, broadcasting, teaching, international development and diplomacy. in fact, six-months after graduation, 90% of our most recent graduates are enhancing their skills with further study or forging careers in companies and institutions such as: bloomberg the church of england citigroup the commonwealth human rights initiative the conservative party ernst & young the european commission global capital hm treasury the henry jackson society house of commons ipsos mori the labour party kayak nato headquarters oxford business group proctor & gamble quadrangle save the children

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Royal Holloway, University of London has partnerships with the following companies: