Overview
You will acquire the knowledge and techniques to analyse political processes, institutional design and public policy making in liberal democracies.
The Political Science and Political Economy programme from London School of Economics and Political Science offers courses in political economy, elections, legislature, executive governments, public policy, development, and international political economy within the framework of a political science-oriented programme.
This MSc will provide a set of skills which are highly sought after in public policy making, policy analysis, business, political consultancy and public affairs.
This programme is an excellent preparation for further research work (including a PhD or research in quantitative political science) or for a career in education, public administration or the private sector.
Careers
This programme is an excellent preparation for further research work or for a career in education, public administration or the private sector. It will also equip you with the skills needed to pursue a PhD or conduct research in quantitative political science.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Political Science and Political Economy
- Game Theory for Political Science
- Political Science and Political Economy: Advanced Topics
- Dissertation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Economics Political Science View 507 other Masters in Economics in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Upper second class honours degree (2:1) or equivalent in any discipline.
Tuition Fee
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International
24456 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24456 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
15816 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15816 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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