Studying Politics at UOW involves examining the origins and nature of power, consent, authority, and consensus that underpin social and global order. In the Politics Major we examine and explore political institutions, culture, class, gender, ethnicity, political economy, political theory and international relations. A Politics major aims to give you an understanding of how politics can and does operate at many levels—from the gender politics of the bedroom, home or workplace, to the government of nation states, and into the international realm. The study of politics is not just to do with how people organise power in the here and now, it also concerns itself with both the past and the future. Whether it is a country being studied, relations between countries, or a body of political ideas, studying Politics helps you engage with complex ideas about the individual, government and society. What you will study The Bachelor of Arts (Politics) offers subjects that examine Australian politics, political theory, comparative politics, the politics of regions, the media, political economy and international peace and security. We encouraged you to study as broadly as possible across the areas offered by the Politics discipline. In third year, you have the opportunity to apply to undertake an internship in political institutions, both in Australia and overseas. In addition to the Politics major you will choose a minor or a second major from the Bachelor of Arts offerings. Course Learning Outcomes Students graduating from the Bachelor of Arts will be able to: Evaluate complex issues and ideas about society and culture; Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills in a variety of real-world professional contexts; Communicate concepts effectively to a range of audiences; Use digital and other technologies essential for careers and lifelong learning. Career opportunities Archiving and Librarianship Art and Design Arts Business Development and Administration Community and Social Services Consultancy Diplomacy Education Entrepreneurship Government Policy Healthcare Policy and Management Heritage Specialist Historian Human Resources Information Technology and Design Journalism Social Policy Translation and Interpreting Legal Work Marketing and Advertising Media and Publishing Politics Production and Management Tourism and Hospitality Writing.