Program Overview
The International Political Economy at King's College London is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the International Political Economy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 19,650 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,950 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Political Economy programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'International Political Economy: Theories, Methods and Issues\', \'Introduction to Economics\', \'The International Political Economy of Oil and Gas\', \'The Political Economy of Development\', \'International Organisations in the Global Economy\', \'Russia and the EU\', \'Lobbying & Policy Making in the EU\', \'The EU and Asia: Politics, Security and Economics\', \'The Political Economy of the Financial Crisis\', \'Critical Political Economy\', \'Global Economic Governance\', \'The Political Economy of Britain in the EU\', \'Political Economy of China and East Asia\', \'The EU in the Middle East\', \'Foreign Trade in the Middle East\', \'Contemporary Chinese Politics\', "China\'s International Relations", \'Brazil: Social & Economic Development\', \'Political Economy and Environment in Brazil\', \'Modern India I: Political Power and Social Order\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A Bachelors degree with 2:1 (or international equivalent) is usually required in a relevant subject area within the Humanities or Social Sciences.
Some programmes may consider applicants with substantial related professional experience.
Application procedure
- Applications must be made online using King\'s online application portal and a non-refundable application fee of \xc2\xa350 applies. Students may be invited to attend an interview, either in person or by phone if overseas. We aim to process all complete applications within four to six weeks, although this may take longer during busy periods.
Personal statement and supporting information
- In the personal statement, students should outline a likely dissertation topic, and try to provide a breakdown of the courses/modules studied at undergraduate level. They should also explain fully their motivation for applying to the MA in International Political Economy here at King\'s, and how they believe it will contribute to their own intellectual and professional development.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,650 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,950 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 19,650 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,950 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact King's College London directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About King's College London
King's College London
London, England
King's College London is a public research university in London, England. King's was established by royal charter in 1829 under the patronage of King George IV and the Duke of Wellington. In 1836,...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months