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Master of Arts in International Political Economy University of Birmingham University of Birmingham, UK

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GBP 27200

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 Free

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12 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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88

TOEFL

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55%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The MA in International Political Economy explores the origins, structures and politics of the global economic order. It examines the historical development of global capitalism as well as a range of contemporary issues related to globalisation and neoliberalism.

This course is for students from all over the world who are interested in the problems, challenges and opportunities presented by global capitalism, and for those wanting to gain an advanced knowledge of the theories and practice of international political economy from a range of different disciplinary and empirical perspectives. The programme is designed for students who are either familiar with the study of political and economic issues at undergraduate level or who are enthusiastic to focus on this area of study at the postgraduate level.

Key issues and questions examined include:

  • The theoretical foundations of International Political Economy (IPE)
  • The history of global capitalism
  • Changes to the global political and economic order
  • A range of issues central to the study of contemporary IPE, including international economic organisations and regimes
  • Development
  • Poverty and inequality
  • Gender
  • Environmental sustainability

Why study this course?

  • Choose from an extensive range of optional modules
  • Study in a supportive environment with research-active international political economists
  • Be a part of the International Political Economy research group
  • Participate in a range of intellectual and social events alongside your programme
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 21 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required : To be accepted for this program, student must have a Bachelor's degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    88 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    67 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    55% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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