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Politics MA

  • For entry: 2013
  • Duration: Full time 12 Month(s), Part time 24 Month(s)
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Course Overview

This is a flexible programme allowing you to choose a combination of modules (from the domestic to the global) that best suits your background and interests in the broad arena of politics.

Students take five taught modules each assessed by a 5,000 word essay.

Core Modules:

  • Theory and Method in Postgraduate Studies
  • Dissertation (20,000 words)

Optional Modules: For a complete list of optional modules please see our Departmental pages.

Key Information

Duration: 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time.
Entry Requirements: An upper second class honours degree, or its equivalent. Relevant professional qualifications and experience will also be considered.
IELTS: 6.5 or equivalent.
Assessment: Coursework and dissertation.
Funding: All applicants should consult www.lancs.ac.uk/pgfunding/

Fees: View details of our current Postgraduate Research fees or Postgraduate Taught fees.

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  • Department: Politics, Philosophy and Religion
  • Tel: + 44 (0) 1524 594262
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