MPhil in Politics (European Politics and Society) at University of Oxford

Programme overview

An advanced graduate degree providing training in research techniques and methodology, enabling you to acquire substantive knowledge in this sub-area of political science.

Department: Department of Politics and International Relations | Duration: 21 months | Intake: October 2026 (page shows 2026-27 entry; closed, reopening for 2027-28) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core classes and tutorials, a programme of research methods training and a thesis, plus two specialist option papers.

Career pathways

Graduate work in politics prepares you for an academic career; many graduates also work in government, diplomatic services and senior private-sector positions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in political science or international relations, or in a related discipline such as economics, history, philosophy, sociology or law. US bachelor's degree: minimum GPA normally 3.6/4.0. English language: higher level required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 24,430 a year (2026/27). full-time annual course fee (Home) Source

International applicants: GBP 37,100 a year (2026/27). full-time annual course fee (Overseas) Source

Intake: 4 October 2027

Duration: 21 months full-time

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