
Overview
This International Political Economy programme from University of Birmingham is for students from all over the world who are interested in the problems, challenges and opportunities presented by global capitalism, and for those wanting to gain an advanced knowledge of the theories and practice of international political economy from a range of different disciplinary and empirical perspectives. The course is designed for those who are either familiar with the study of political and economic issues at undergraduate level or who are enthusiastic to focus on this area of study at the postgraduate level.
You will follow a flexible programme with a wide choice of modules. You take two core modules in Globalisation and Governance and International Political Economy that will provide you with a foundation for thinking about the subject. You will then design the rest of the course around your own interests by selecting four modules from a wide range of options. The flexibility of this programme is ideal for those with a broad range of interests in political economy or for those who want to construct a curriculum around a particular area of interest.
Why study this course?
- Choose from an extensive range of optional modules
- Study in a supportive environment with research-active international political economists
- Be a part of the International Political Economy research group
- Participate in a range of intellectual and social events alongside your programme
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Globalisation and Governance
- International Political Economy
- Dissertation
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
For the MA programme you require a good Honours degree or its equivalent. For those whose first language is not English, an IELTS Certificate is required.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
21960 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21960 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
10170 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10170 GBP per year during 12 months.
Masters:
- £5,085 PT (UK)
- £6,780 FT (UK)
- £3,390 PT (UK)
- £14,640 FT (International)
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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