
Overview
This International Political Economy course at University of Sheffield is about the study of contemporary capitalism; how it operates, who wins and loses from it and possibly how we can make the world a better place.
Key Features
- On this course, you will engage with the most pressing problems in the global political economy and apply innovative ways of thinking to contemporary policy issues such as: sustainable capitalist development; inequalities and poverty; migration; environmental degradation and climate breakdown; rapid technological breakdown and emergent new powers.
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Courses include:
- Approaches to Political Economy
- Understanding Politics
- Research and Dissertation Preparation
- Politics Dissertation
- Capitalism and Crisis
- Development and the State
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
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General requirements
- We’re looking for outstanding and enthusiastic students for our courses.
- You can apply to us with a good degree (first-class or strong 2:1 honours degree) in a relevant social science, arts and humanities, or related subject.
- Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.
- We also accept a range of other UK qualifications and other EU/international qualifications.
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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