Our European Union Studies MA provides an in-depth grounding in the politics and policy of the EU. The course covers the intricate politics, institutions, law and policies of the European Union. The international and global political context in which the EU operates is also addressed. As a student on this course you will develop knowledge of three central themes: European integration, public policy in the EU and the EU as an international actor. You gain skills in: social science methods and methodologies, international and regional studies politics, analysis, evaluation and interpretation of principal source materials, and planning, conducting and communicating original research. Part Time is not available to international students.