International Politics and Economics MA
Facts about International Politics and Economics
| Qualification | MA |
|---|---|
| Duration | Full time: 1 year Part time: 2 years |
| Attendance | To be confirmed |
| Assessment | This course is mainly assessed by coursework assignments, including both essays and reports. |
| Course structure | |
Choose Kingston's International Politics and Economics MA
This course allows you to develop an advanced understanding of the close interaction between economics and politics on the world stage. It has been designed to act as a bridge between the two disciplines, providing students from either area with a thorough understanding of the other. However, we will also consider applications from students with a suitable background in the social sciences.
What will you study?
You will gain a thorough grounding in the main issues and theories that shape relations in the international economic system. You will also take several modules outlining the main institutions and factors shaping global economic and political governance.
At the same time, significant attention is given to your career development skills. A key feature of the course is the heavy emphasis on developing strong research and analytical writing skills.
Many of our staff in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences are research active. This ensures they are in touch with the latest thinking and bring best practice to your studies.
Economics research at Kingston University focuses on the processes and institutions associated with economic growth and development.
Course structure
Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list.
Core modules
- Globalisation and the International Economy
- International Political Economy
- MA Economics Dissertation
Optional modules
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Related courses
Related to this course:
- Business Economics MA
- Development Economics MA
- Financial Economics MA
- International Economics MA
- Political Communication, Advocacy and Campaigning MSc
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