Overview

Topics like economic and social inequalities, international and European economic integration processes, capitalism’s cyclical crises, labour market regulation in the digital era, climate change and sustainability, and the role of finance in contemporary capitalism are at the core of this program. To study these topics, the master adopts a pluralistic and interdisciplinary approach, both in terms of theories and methods.

The Master is conducted in English and benefits from partnerships with international scholars and foreign universities that have similar programs. 

The Master in Political Economy at ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon is oriented towards national and international students with undergraduate degrees in Economics, Political Science, International Relations or Sociology. 

As classes take place during the morning and afternoon, the Master is oriented towards students who are not yet employed in a full-time job. Those already employed but available to attend classes during the day are also welcome.

Employability

Students who complete the Master in Political Economy will be able to pursue work in the following contexts, among others:

• Government and municipal bodies;
• European institutions, international organisations and international non-governmental organisations;
• Consulting companies, financial sector and financial journalism
• Academic research