Course summary
The MA in Politics gives you stimulating high level training in the core components of contemporary political study, and a solid grounding in research skills and theoretical approaches to politics. You then select options that focus on global, comparative and British politics, as well as political theory and philosophy. This degree is enriched by the chance of work-based placement learning, either through the Wales for Africa programme or through placements arranged with government organisations in Wales. These placements are awarded on a competitive basis, adding substantial life and career experience to your studies. Visit our website for more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans and other funding options to study at Swansea University.
Modules
Modules typically include: Conceptual Issues In the Theory and Practice of Social Sciences; Approaches to Political Theory; Democracy and Constitutional Design; Comparative Governance in Complex Systems; War, Identity and Society; Approaches to International Relations; Human rights, Humanitarian Intervention and Global Justice: Moral Problems International Politics; Politics in Contemporary Britain; Rights-based Approaches to Development; Violence, Conflict and Development; The Policy Making Process; Gender, Society and Politics in the Middle East and North Africa; Gender and the Social Sciences; Devolution in Comparative Perspective; Cyber Governance; Foundations of International Political Economy.
Entry requirements
The typical entry requirement is a first degree in a relevant discipline, normally a lower second (average 55 per cent) or above or equivalent. Overseas students are expected to possess an IELTS score of 6.5 or Swansea University recognised equivalent.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £20250 | Year 1 |
| International | £20250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP