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MA Politics

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Course Overview

On our MA in Politics you will explore key controversies in political science from a variety of different perspectives. You will be introduced to the major concepts in political science and learn to apply those concepts and approaches to explain the variety of political phenomena across the globe. You will learn through a blend of lectures, seminars and individual research.

The Politics programme at University of Birmingham examines central questions of political science related to power, the state and the sources of political change. It is designed for students who are either familiar with the study of political science and issues at undergraduate level or who are enthusiastic to focus on this area of study at the postgraduate level.

General Eligibility

For the MA programme you require a good Honours degree or its equivalent. For those whose first language is not English, an IELTS Certificate is required.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • English requirements

    IELTS - 6.5

    TOEFL - 88

Programme Information
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Course Category

Politics and International Development

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Campus Name

Birmingham, England

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Course Level

Postgraduate

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Duration

Full-time, 1 year, Part-time, 2 years

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Available Intake

September

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IELTS Score

6.5

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Tuition Fees Range

Home full-time: £21,240 , International full-time: £24,509,

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