MA Political Economy
University of Essex
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At Essex, we are primarily interested in the scientific study of political institutions and how they might determine economic variables.If you are interested in how institutions shape the behaviour of political actors and how political decisions influence markets and vice versa, then you will profit from our course.Our Department of Government is one of the most prestigious in Europe, with an outstanding record of teaching, research and publication. We are 6th in UK for research power in ...Read more

At Essex, we are primarily interested in the scientific study of political institutions and how they might determine economic variables.If you are interested in how institutions shape the behaviour of political actors and how political decisions influence markets and vice versa, then you will profit from our course.Our Department of Government is one of the most prestigious in Europe, with an outstanding record of teaching, research and publication. We are 6th in UK for research power in politics and international studies.

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Javier
29 Oct 25

In general is a great campus. It has the normal disadvantages of being in a small town, but nonetheless it’s well connected and alive. The facilities are mostly great (with the..Read more

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A 2.2 degree in American Studies, Economics, Finance, International Relations, International Studies, Political Science, Political Studies, Statistics, or United States Politics or a 2.2 degree in any subject which includes study in two relevant modules.

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£10,500 per year

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£22,750 per year

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MA Political Economy
In general is a great campus. It has the normal disadvantages of being in a small town, but nonetheless it’s well connected and alive. The facilities are mostly great (with the...
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University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hythe   0.6 miles away

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