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Politics and Development – (M.A.)
University of York
School of Politics, Economics and Philosophy
| Application Deadline: | as early as possible | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 5,560 - ≈ € 15,305 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | York / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | October |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of York
The MA in Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) Programme:
* offers students an integrated, multi-disciplinary PPE education at a university with an international reputation in Humanities and Social Science research
* prepares students for a broad range of careers, including careers in international organisations, finance and research
* is suitable for a variety of students including those completing an undergraduate degree and mid-career professionals
* is unique in giving students a choice between a balanced education and tailor-made courses with a specialised focus
* offers modules from Economics, Philosophy and Politics departments each of which scored 24/24 for teaching in subject review and 5 in the Research Assessment Exercise.
Unlike MA courses which focus narrowly on specific areas relating to the politics of development, this course offers students a rounded education with a focus on politics and international development - including its economic and political dimensions. It also provides essential research training in the Social Sciences. The course includes an interdisciplinary module in social choice. It prepares students for careers in public life and development, including careers in international organisations, politics and research.
The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) has recommended the Politics stream of the School´s MA and Research Degree Programmes for 1+3 recognition, therefore, students applying for this pathway should be able to apply for 1+3 studentships from ESRC.
Contents
Course Structure
Core modules totalling 150 credits are as follows:
* Theories and Policies of Development Governance This module looks at core theories and policies of development governance. It covers a range of contemporary perspectives on the politics and economics of development. (20 credits)
* The Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) of Social Choice The module covers a range of topics - such as decision making, rights and justice - relating to social choice (broadly interpreted) at an advanced level. It is inter-disciplinary and jointly taught by the members of the three PPE departments. (20 credits)
* Graduate Research Methods I&II These modules in combination provide essential research training for Social Science research. They cover both quantitative and quantitative dimensions. They include training in dissertation writing. (40 credits)
* Personal and Career Development Skills & Research Management and Dissemination These modules provide students with a range of skills for Social Scientists including transferable skills useful outside academic life. (10 credits)
* Dissertation This is a focussed piece of writing of about 12,000 words in which students are expected to display skills acquired in taught modules. (60 credits)
Optional Modules:
In addition to core modules students choose 30 credits from the following modules:
EITHER:
Microenconomic Theory This is the first part of the Applied Microeconomics module offered by the Department of Economics. It covers central topics in micro-economics including consumer theory, decision theory, welfare and market equlibrium and efficiency. (10 credits)
OR:Economic Analysis for PPEThis module is a non-technical introduction to Economics for raduate students in PPE. (10 credits)
PLUS:
One module from the following:
Development Economics This module covers a range of topics in development economics - such as well-being and human development, growth, poverty, corruption and rent-seeking, child labour, and the environment - at an advanced level. (20 credits)
Social and Political Issues in Development This module examines the intersections of social conflicts, identities and citizenship in contemporary international development, including issues relating to conflicts over power and policies which might promote effective citizenship and participation. (20 credits)
Human Rights and Conflict (20 credits)
Policy Analysis and Policy Process (20 credits)
State and Society in International Perspective (20 credits)
Assessment Structure:
The PPE of Social Choice (11%)
Theories and Policies of Development Governance (11%)
Graduate Research Methods I (11%)
Graduate Research Methods II (11%)
Personal and Career Development Skills (2.25%)
Research Management and Dissemination (2.25%)
Microeconomic Theory or Economic Analysis for PPE (5.5%)
Development Economics or Social and Political Issue in Development (11%)
Dissertation (34%)
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
The MA is open to those with a good first degree (i.e. an upper second or equivalent) in any subject. For students whose first language is not English the School normally requires a minimum proficiency level of 6.5 in the IELTS test or 250 in the computer based American TOEFL test (580 in the paper based test).
IMPORTANT NOTE :
From October 2008 it will be possible for students with no prior knowledge of economics or mathematics to take this course WITHOUT having to attend a summer session in economics.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade A (Score: 80) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 580 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 250 |
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