The MA Political Economy is one of the few opportunities to study advanced political economy in the UK. This innovative MA programme draws on interdisciplinary work at the boundary of politics, philosophy and economics to analyse the ability of political and market processes to address economic and ethical problems. The focus of the degree is both theoretical and empirical with an emphasis on comparative instititutions.
KEY BENEFITS
The MA Political Economy reflects King’s commitment to developing political economy as a discipline. The MA is particularly suitable for students who want to: * acquire the conceptual tools necessary to engage with contemporary domestic and global affairs at an advanced level. * develop the skills needed to make lateral connections across and between fields of study – skills which are required not only for careers in academic research but also increasingly for employability in the public, civil and private sectors. * develop the rounded approach to learning and personal development which an interdisciplinary environment can bring. There are no disciplinary prerequisites for entry to the programme.
DESCRIPTION
This new MA programme will enable students to:
The programme is designed around core taught modules on Key Concepts in Contemporary Political Economy and an independent dissertation.
A range of option modules are offered, enabling the student to specialise and develop in-depth knowledge of various sub-fields within political economy.
The Department of Political Economy is the only such department in the UK and provides a unique opportunity to study this interdisciplinary terrain in an environment uniquely designed for that purpose.
An honours degree at 2:1 standard or above in political science/government, economics, or any relevant social science from a British or overseas university.
For EU/international students (where eligible) there is additional country-specific information within our international students section
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Key Concepts in Contemporary Political Economy (40 credits)
An independent dissertation (60 credits)
Indicative non-core content
80 credits in optional modules must be taken as part of this programme. All the modules listed below are of 20 credit value.
FORMAT AND ASSESSMENT
Teaching is by a mixture of lectures, seminars, and group work. Students also have the opportunity to engage with visiting speakers and senior figures from the worlds of politics and policy.
Assessment will be by a mixture of formative essay assignments and unseen written examinations.
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