MA/PGDip International Political Economy
University of Birmingham
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Delve into global capitalisms history and tackle contemporary issues like globalisation and neoliberalism. Tailor the course with extensive optional modules to suit your interests and career goals. Unlock diverse career opportunities in law, journalism, international agencies, government departments, and NGOs. Enhance your employability with practical experience and volunteer opportunities during your degree. Our flexible programme also adapts to your interests, allowing you to shape the ...Read more

Delve into global capitalism's history and tackle contemporary issues like globalisation and neoliberalism. Tailor the course with extensive optional modules to suit your interests and career goals. Unlock diverse career opportunities in law, journalism, international agencies, government departments, and NGOs. Enhance your employability with practical experience and volunteer opportunities during your degree. Our flexible programme also adapts to your interests, allowing you to shape the dynamic and impactful future you want to be part of. Dive deep into analysing global economic structures and contemporary issues like globalisation. and shape your studies with a wide range of optional modules. Develop practical skills for careers in law, journalism, international agencies, and academia. Engage in exciting events such as research groups or our international Model NATO simulations in Washington DC, London, and Lisbon, gaining first-hand diplomacy experience. All of this complemented by our supportive environment will nurture critical thinking and prepare you for impactful roles on a global scale. Choose from an extensive range of optional modules to tailor your studies Study in a supportive environment with research-active international political economists Be part of the International Political Economy research group Participate in a range of intellectual and social events alongside your programme to enhance your employability

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Entry requirements

Students are required to hold a 2:1 Honours Degree or an equivalent qualification.

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£11,250 per year

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£28,080 per year

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University of Birmingham
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The University of Birmingham - part of the prestigious Russell Group of universities in the UK – has been helping to develop the...

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