MA (International) Economy, State and Society: Politics and Security

The Economy, State and Society: Politics and Security (MA International) course offered by University College London is a Master's program that examines the complexities and processes involved in major threats to peace and security, both at home and abroad. This course also provides in-depth insights into the intricacies of economics, politics, and societal structures. Course Content: The programme focuses on exploring the links between security, conflict, and state building within a historical and comparative perspective. The students are offered the chance to critically examine major debates about the pathways out of conflict and state building, international aid, the effects of state collapse and the relationship between security, development and democracy. Key Modules: Compulsory modules include International Political Economy, Comparative Political Economy and Research Methods. Other Optional Modules are available and may include Introduction to Quantitative Methods in Social Science, Dissertation, Globalisation and Security, Political and Social Theory, Theories of International Relations, Transition to Democracy, Transnational Security Studies, and The Making of Modern Ukraine. Future Careers: Graduates of this program can expect diverse opportunities across different sectors including, academicians, researchers, policy advisors, high-profile analysts in think tanks, trade unions, non-governmental organizations, and international development agencies. Many graduates also move into government, diplomacy, banking, media houses and humanitarian organizations. 'For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.'