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International Political Economy MA
Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
# 201-250QS Subject Rankings
12 monthsProgram duration
24,100 GBPTuition Fee/year
YesScholarships
Program overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
This international political economy master's gives you the opportunity to explore key themes in contemporary international political economy, such as:
- the growing tensions between the 'globalising' world economy
- the traditional nation state
- the persistence and causes of poverty
The course is enhanced by the lively debates in this growing field of study, with direct contemporary relevance.The course provides rigorous training in areas such as:
- theories and theorists of international political economy
- the state in international political economy - international and regional studies politics
- research training in the study of politics
You'll have a sound foundation to embark on a career with significant international dimensions. You could also pursue a postgraduate research degree in international political economy studies.Program overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
This international political economy master's gives you the opportunity to explore key themes in contemporary international political economy, such as:
- the growing tensions between the 'globalising' world economy
- the traditional nation state
- the persistence and causes of poverty
The course is enhanced by the lively debates in this growing field of study, with direct contemporary relevance.The course provides rigorous training in areas such as:
- theories and theorists of international political economy
- the state in international political economy - international and regional studies politics
- research training in the study of politics
You'll have a sound foundation to embark on a career with significant international dimensions. You could also pursue a postgraduate research degree in international political economy studies.Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. Degrees from all disciplines will be considered. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience.
Tuition fee and scholarships
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Most of our undergraduate courses are three, four, or five years in length, depending on the subject you choose. You can also broaden your focus – choosing one of our well-established Joint Honours degrees or blending two or three of over 20 courses with our Combined Honours programme.
You’ll benefit from an outstanding learning experience – our teaching is 5-star (QS Stars 2022) – and because our pioneering research as a Russell Group university will feed into your degree, you’ll learn at the cutting edge of your discipline.
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Industry-sponsored events and in-degree opportunities including work shadowing, work experience, internships and volunteering, will give you a new perspective of the world and your future career.
Your degree could also take you to another country – either as a compulsory part of your studies or as something you choose to do, extending your degree by up to 12 months.
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To help finance your studies, we offer a generous range of discounts, partial and full scholarships. These include:
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Depending on the subject, teaching is delivered via a range of lectures, seminars, group projects, lab-based sessions, technical skills development, and practical experiments. At Newcastle, we also offer a wide range of research degrees at doctoral level (PhDs, Integrated PhD and professional doctorates) and Master's level (Mlitt, MPhil and MRes). As a globally respected university, our research ‘power’ has grown by 65% since 2014 (REF 2021), and our researchers are pushing the boundaries of knowledge. As a research student at Newcastle University, you’ll be part of something truly special.
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