MSc European Politics and Policy

... United Kingdom
... Birkbeck University of London

Course Overview

Birkbeck's interdisciplinary MSc in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics introduces you to the basics of the three subjects and it will hone your ability to understand, evaluate and analyze real-world information. The study of philosophy will introduce you to critical reasoning and some of the most profound questions it is possible to ask about humanity. The study of politics will acquaint you with modern governing structures in the UK, EU, and further afield and with the concepts and ideas that underpin the theory and practice of politics. The study of economics will help you grasp how business, finance, and politics intersect and determine how we live and work.

You can choose from a wide range of option modules and your learning will be informed by the cutting-edge research and expertise of academics across three distinguished departments at Birkbeck: Economics, Mathematics, and Statistics; Philosophy; and Politics.

  • Graduates can pursue career paths in:

  • the Civil Service

  • journalism

  • politics

  • International development

  • think tanks.

We offer a comprehensive Careers Service - Birkbeck Futures - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education, and future ambitions.

General Eligibility

A second-class honors degree (2:2) or above, preferably in politics, law, economics, history, or languages. We will consider applications from those with degrees in other disciplines.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this course is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 7.0, with not less than 6.5 in each of the sub-tests.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Politics and International Development


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Campus Name

Central London


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 1 year


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Available Intake

October


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IELTS Score

6.5


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Tuition Fees Range

11040,

18030, (INT)


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