Entry requirements

UK

Degree requirements
A 2:1 or above at undergraduate level in a relevant social science or humanities discipline (for example Politics, Economics, Sociology, International Relations, Human Geography, History, Anthropology, Philosophy, Law, Literature).
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English language requirements
The English language requirements for our programmes are indicated by English bands, and therefore the specific test and score acceptable is based on the band assigned to the academic department within which your chosen course of study is administered. Note that for some academic departments there are programmes with non-standard English language requirements.
The English Language requirements for entry to postgraduate taught and research programmes in the School of Politics and International Relations falls within the following English band:
Band 4: IELTS (Academic) minimum score 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each of Writing, Listening, Reading and Speaking

Months of entry

September

Course content

MA International Political Economy offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex relationship between politics and economics. Designed to tackle today's global challenges - such as globalisation, financial crises, inequality, and the environmental crisis - this programme will equip you with the tools to think creatively across disciplines. Combining political science, international relations, and economics, it provides hands-on training in developing innovative solutions to contemporary world issues. Graduates will be prepared to engage with global problems in imaginative, impactful ways.

You will have a strong grounding in Political Economy and the ability to apply different perspectives to understanding world politics
You will have a clear understanding of International Political Economy as a problem-driven and transdisciplinary approach to world politics
You will be able to apply critical thinking and judgment to analyse and develop innovative approaches to tackle major challenges in contemporary world politics
You will have the ability to work successfully in individual and collaborative settings

Fees and funding

Funding
There are a number of ways you can fund your postgraduate degree.
Our Advice and Counselling service offers specialist support on financial issues, which you can access as soon as you apply for a place at Queen Mary. Before you apply, you can access our funding guides and advice on managing your money:
Advice for international studentsInformation about deposits

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MA
    part time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

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admissions
Phone
+44 (0)20 7882 8587