The B.A. in Humanities, Society and Culture: Politics and Society is a study of politics from political science and other social science perspectives with special emphasis on democratic transformation in modern Europe. Students can enjoy an interdisciplinary program lectured by an international faculty of specialists in Humanities and Social Sciences. Together they examine how political ideas are framed and manipulated in different social contexts.

In a global, interconnected world, societies are linked closer than ever. What does this mean for the future of national governments, and how has modern technology redefined societies to be governed? The B.A. in Humanities, Society and Culture: Politics and Society program is designed to give an overall understanding of how politics and society interact from perspectives of sociology, anthropology, religion, psychology, and economics.

Politics and Society students develop critical thinking, communication and research skills essential for careers in government, politics, journalism, diplomacy and business.

Beyond the classroom, you can also join student clubs like Model UN and Film Club, discuss current political issues with professors and local experts at an event like ‘Professors in the Pub’ or stop by one of our movie nights or poetry readings in the Library featuring professors and internationally published authors.

Program Structure:

International Relations: European Studies is a 3-year study program. To graduate, students must accumulate 90 US credits (180 ECTS credits) by completing 30 courses.

AAU’s Career Center also connects students with numerous professional internships in the Czech Republic and abroad every year.

Learning Outcomes:

Graduates of the B.A. in Humanities, Society and Culture: Politics and Society can expect to:

• Demonstrate broad knowledge of ideas & issues across the fields of art, literature, film, philosophy, religion, history, politics & sociology, anthropology, and psychology; demonstrate a broad knowledge of the theories, methods, and concepts in these areas.
• Use appropriate quantitative and qualitative research methods, concepts and theories.
• Address and solve moderately complex theoretical and practical issues and problems in changing contexts.
• Effectively communicate issues, problems, or dilemmas and their solutions.
• Take effective and responsible action both individually and within a team.
• Take into consideration diverse and changing socio-cultural contexts.

Career Prospects:

AAU graduates thrive in multinational environments and are able to communicate professionally in English to international audiences. As a graduate of this degree program, you will be well equipped to continue your graduate studies or pursue a global career in areas such as: 

• Cultural management
• Reporting
• Diplomacy
• Humanitarian government
• Nonprofit organizations
• Education
• Social research and publishing
• Various forms of print and web media

Qualification Awarded:

The Bachelor’s degree awarded is concurrently recognized as a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in the United States, per AAU’s accreditation by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, and as a Bakalář (Bc.) in the Czech Republic, per AAU’s accreditation by the National Accreditation Bureau for Higher Education (NABHE). Graduates may select whether to use the U.S. post-nominal or the Czech pre-nominal title.

This concentration is accredited by the Academic Council of Anglo-American University. Its completion will be indicated on the transcript and diploma supplement.