Government, Policy and Politics

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the MSc Government, Policy and Politics at Birkbeck, University of London. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. This MSc Government, Policy and Politics gives you the chance to examine the day-to-day practice and reality of government by analysing contemporary politics and public policy in the UK and around the world. Why choose this course? - It helps you develop a wealth of analytical skills and encourages the kind of rigorous, critical thought that can be easily transferred to other settings after your degree. - It combines theoretical approaches with empirical knowledge and real-world case studies, exploring topics in political theory, political science and sociology. International tuition fees are £12,000 per year, home/UK fees are £6,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £33,500 within three years, and a 80% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Graduate Outcomes

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