Undergraduate

Study in London for an alternative perspective on the history and politics of Europe and beyond. Shape and specialise your interests and develop within the largest concentration of scholars in the field of politics, public policy and international studies in Europe. King's College is ranked the fifth best in Europe for the study of politics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026) and the 11th best globally. We offer challenging and enriching programmes including European Studies BA and Politics and International Affairs BA.  

The department finds its home in the centre of London, minutes away from the Houses of Parliament, giving scholars the opportunity to interact with the political and cultural institutions of this global capital city.

European Studies allows students to combine the study of a language with the politics, history and contemporary culture of France, Germany or Spain. No prior knowledge of French, German or Spanish is required for the ab initio  version of these pathways, you will learn the language from scratch. Our new BA in Politics & International Affairs, meanwhile, is an intellectually challenging and exciting course offering an in-depth knowledge of politics and government.

 Key benefits

• King's is ranked fourth in the UK for politics (QS World University Rankings by subject 2026).
• King's is ranked seventh in the UK for the study of social sciences (Times Higher Education world university rankings 2026).
• King's is ranked eigth in the UK for the study of business and economics (Times Higher Education world university rankings 2026).
• In-depth study across the disciplines of history, politics, culture and language of your chosen country.
• Based in the heart of London, with your third year spent in your chosen country for European Studies, providing excellent opportunities to engage in culture and society.
• Study abroad in your country of study at one of the following prestiguious institutions during your third year of European Studies: Institut d'Etudes Politiques (Sciences Po) in Paris; Humboldt University in Berlin; or Complutense University of Madrid (UCM). 
• King’s has the largest concentration of scholars in the field of politics, public policy and international studies in Europe.
• Opportunities to take part in a broad range of extra-curricular events, from lectures by visiting speakers to the student-organised annual ‘European Week’ where you will debate contemporary issues.
• Upon graduation from King’s, you will automatically become a member of our 200,000-strong global alumni network. You’ll also have the opportunity to network with King’s alumni in London to advance your career while studying here.
• Studying at King’s will provide you with a range of career opportunities within EU institutions and national governments, in journalism or public relations, consultancies, think tanks and more.