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Overview

The Political Economy MA is a broad-based multidisciplinary course that will develop your critical understanding of the UK and global political and economic institutions. You will also acquire the theoretical and empirical skills necessary to engage with contemporary domestic and world affairs at an advanced level.

Key benefits

  • An interdisciplinary course utilising elements from the fields of politics, philosophy and economics
  • Learn a wide range of theoretical approaches in political economy - both mainstream and heterodox
  • Intensive study based on the relationship between institutional/empirical analysis and standards of ethical evaluation
  • Located in the heart of London, the Department of Political Economy has a strong reputation for research-led teaching and links to industry

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Base campus

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Strand Campus

Strand Campus sits along the Thames at London's cultural heart. Alongside world-class teaching spaces, students enjoy access to the pedestrianised Strand Quad, with Somerset House and iconic landmarks just steps away.