MA Comparative Economics and Policy

The Comparative Economics and Policy MA at University College London (UCL) is a comprehensive program designed for students with an abiding interest in the field of comparative economics and political policy. This course offers students an in-depth understanding of the economy, politics, and society, integrated with contemporary methodologies and techniques used in comparative economic and political analysis.Course Content: Over the course of the program, you'll gain knowledge of how various economies function, including those undergoing major historical, political, and social changes. The course introduces students to different theoretical paradigms and empirical evidence from across the globe, fostering a comprehensive understanding of policy successes and failures. Students learn not only to search for regularities but to appreciate difference and specificity.Key Modules: Some of the core modules include Contemporary Issues in Comparative Political Economy, Comparative Analysis in Social and Political Research, Quantitative Methods, and Dissertation. Optional modules cover a wide range of topics such as Comparative Political Economy, Russian Politics and Society, Making Policy Work, and International Cooperation in Europe, among others.Future Careers: Graduates from this course go on to work in various fields, including but not limited to, policy analysis, public sector administration, non-governmental organizations, teaching, journalism, and further research. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.