MA / PGDip Politics at University of Birmingham

Explore key political controversies from diverse perspectives to understand and explain global phenomena. Engage with leading experts, tailor the course to your interests and deepen your understand of Politics. Our MA Politics equips you with the analytical skills and global insight needed to drive political change, preparing you to be at the forefront of impactful initiatives in government, NGOs, and international organizations.

Department: Politics, Development and International Relations  |  Duration: MA 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

A Masters programme is made up of 180 credits in total. For this programme, you'll take two core modules (40 credits) and a dissertation (60 credits), and then choose four optional modules (80 credits) that reflect your own interests. Modules include Varieties of Politics: The Comparative Politics of Parties, Institutions and Regimes, Dissertation, AI and Global Affairs, Conflict, Statehood and Sovereignty in World Politics, Dilemmas in International Relations, Global Cooperation on Global Problems, Grand Strategy.

Career pathways

Our MA Politics at the University of Birmingham prepares a new generation of influential professionals ready to shape global governance and policy landscapes. Whether aspiring to lead in government, drive change through NGOs, or excel in international diplomacy, our course equips you with the analytical skills and global perspective to thrive in diverse career paths.

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