Merit
President's Doctoral Scholar Award
University of Manchester · Postgraduate
- Available to all international students
- For postgraduate study
- Open to your course
1 yearDuration
£8,150Per Year (Intl)
£14,700Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Offered by University of Manchester, the MA Politics provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Manchester, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Everything is political, and politics is everywhere. Our MA in Politics is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing you to explore politics across diverse themes without restricting yourself to a single specialism. Drawing on inspiring academic expertise, you will explore the latest perspectives in political analysis and theories, alongside research methodologies in political science. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Political Theory and Analysis
Research Methodologies in Political Science
Global Political Economy
Comparative Politics and Institutional Change
Critical Approaches to Power and Governance
Politics of Identity and Social Movements
Dissertation and Independent Research Project
Advanced Quantitative Methods in Political Research
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:1 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 76 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£8,150
per year
Total Course Cost (12 months)£8,150
Home Student Fee
£14,700
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Salary data is not yet available for this course.
💼 Employment Breakdown
75%Working
5%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
60%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
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