MPhil Politics
University of Exeter
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As one of the top-ten departments in the UK, Politics at Exeter provides an ideal place to undertake a MPhil/PhD in Politics and International Relations, Security, Conflict and Human Rights, or Strategy and Security.There are opportunities at both the Streatham Campus in Exeter and at the Penryn Campus near Falmouth.The MA by Research in Politics has been developed to allow you to undertake a research project in an area that interests you, within a shorter timeframe than the MPhil or PhD.Our ...Read more

As one of the top-ten departments in the UK, Politics at Exeter provides an ideal place to undertake a MPhil/PhD in Politics and International Relations, Security, Conflict and Human Rights, or Strategy and Security.There are opportunities at both the Streatham Campus in Exeter and at the Penryn Campus near Falmouth.The MA by Research in Politics has been developed to allow you to undertake a research project in an area that interests you, within a shorter timeframe than the MPhil or PhD.Our seminar series and highly successful annual postgraduate conference brings together researchers from across all humanities and social sciences disciplinesWith over thirty members of faculty engaged in world-leading research and more than ninety research students currently enrolled, we offer a challenging but friendly and supportive environment in which to pursue your own research interests.

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Catherine
30 Jan 25

Beautiful campus with good range or study spaces however there could be more. My teachers are genuinely passionate and care. The guild however I don't think always prioritise..Read more

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Francesca
12 Dec 24

Being close to the beach is a major plus and also smaller module groups, means individual learning..Read more

Entry requirements

You should have a good first degree either in Politics or another subject that could prepare you for a research project within the Department.

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£23,500 per year

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Catherine
30 Jan 25
Politics with Study Abroad - BA (Hons)
Beautiful campus with good range or study spaces however there could be more. My teachers are genuinely passionate and care. The guild however I don't think always prioritise...
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12 Dec 24
Global Politics with Study Abroad - BA (Hons)
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University of Exeter
University of Exeter , Exeter

A member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, the University of Exeter ranks in 11th place in the UK (Complete...

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University of Exeter
University of Exeter Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Penryn Cornwall  0.4 miles away

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