Global Political Economy
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Entry requirements
You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.
Your qualification should preferably be in a social sciences or humanities subject; alternatively, you should have relevant professional experience or engagement.
Months of entry
September
Course content
The global economy is reshaping all aspects of society. This affects policy, the environment and social inequalities. Studying our Global Political Economy MA will give you innovative perspectives on these transformations and the power struggles underlying them.
Study in one of the largest departments of International Relations in Europe. You’ll explore social and political aspects of economic shifts, and look at innovative practices and policies that enable change. You’ll gain novel perspectives on:
- neoliberalism and alternatives
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financial crises, debt and austerity
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rising powers and global governance
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development and inequality
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multinational corporations.
We have reviewed all our courses to ensure the best possible learning experience for September, taking account of latest information and advice in relation to COVID-19. For updates on changes that may affect contact time, assessments, fieldwork and study abroad, check Course changes for 2020-2021. These changes are not yet reflected in our prospectus information and, of course, may be revised as the situation evolves.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MA
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- Distance learningis available for this qualification
- part time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- Distance learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Course Enquiries
- globalstudiespg@sussex.ac.uk