11 BA Degree Programs in Belfast United Kingdom

BA in History is the best way of understanding the world around us. What is gender, race, class, religion, the state, empire, and capitalism? What are the USA, China, the United Kingdom, and Ireland? What are NATO and the EU? Our historians explain the modern world by reaching back to the Roman Empire, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Reformation, and the great modern revolutions across all of Europe, North America, Africa, and Asia.

BA in Criminology The BA (Hons) in Criminology provides a unique vantage point to study issues related to crime, justice and people’s experiences of victimisation in a society transitioning from conflict. Criminologists are interested in how activities come to be defined as ‘criminal’, why definitions and responses to crime vary over time and place, as well as how people are affected by harmful behaviours.

BA in English Students undertaking English at Queen's explore literature in English in the widest possible sense and work with some of the leading writers working in the UK and Ireland. From the earliest writings in Anglo-Saxon to contemporary Irish, British, and 'global' literature, students study English in its historical, cultural, and material contexts.

BA in Sociology Sociology is a discipline concerned with the explanation of social life and human behavior. It equips students with the skills to understand the breadth of social experience, ranging from the global (including power and politics, norms, religion, conflict and peace, the digital world, climate change, racism, sexism, and other forms of inequality) to the personal (including family life, intimacy, emotions, beliefs, and mental health).

BA in Politics The academic study of politics is concerned with the sources of conflict, cooperation, power, and decision-making within and between societies, how differences are expressed through ideology and organization, and how, if at all, disagreements and problems are resolved. You will develop an in-depth understanding of politics, political theory, how states are governed, and the place of citizens in politics.

BA in Film Studies and Production The Film Studies and Production degree at Queen’s offers a unique blend of critical thinking and filmmaking. Students will acquire advanced knowledge and skills in digital production, screenwriting, directing, cinematography, and editing, as well as developing their understanding of film and moving images and broader film culture.

BA in English with Creative Writing Students undertaking English at Queen's explore literatures in English in the widest possible sense and work with some of the leading writers working in the UK and Ireland. From the earliest writings in Anglo-Saxon to contemporary Irish, British, and 'global' literature, students study English in its historical, cultural, and material contexts.

BA in Social Policy and Sociology Social Policy students learn how to tackle major policy problems. They do this by applying core concepts from social science to intractable social problems such as gender inequality, eldercare, children's rights, and climate change. As an applied and critical social science, you will gain knowledge and understanding of contemporary government policies and consider how we can achieve improvements.

BA in International Relations and Politics. The Joint Honours Programme in International Relations and Politics will provide you with an in-depth, interdisciplinary understanding of contemporary politics, international affairs, and conflict situations in their political, historical, cultural, economic, and legal dimensions. Dedicated modules will introduce you to core concepts and debates in International Relations and the study of conflict, as well as to the particular European experience of regional integration.

Education Studies at Queen’s explores the multi-disciplinary field of education by critically examining key topics and themes and analysing research-driven insights to ask questions that matter. From concepts and issues to policy and practice, students will examine the fascinating landscape of local and global education through the core underpinning disciplines of psychology, sociology, philosophy, history, and politics.

The Early Childhood Studies programme is based on the concept of ‘Educare’. It aims to investigate and advance a multi-professional approach to early childhood education and care services in Northern Ireland and beyond. The programme has been designed by professionals across the sector to meet the training needs of current and future practitioners. The course provides a broad understanding of how young children think, learn and develop.