Masters Degrees in Comparative politics

We have 58 Masters Degrees in Comparative politics

Masters degrees in Comparative Politics equip postgraduates with the skills to study, analyse and compare the function and structure of political systems across different communities and countries. Related postgraduate specialisms include Global Politics, Comparative Political Thought and International Social Policy. Entry requirements typically include an undergraduate degree such as Politics, Intercultural Communication or Law.

Why study a Masters in Comparative Politics?

## Courses in this field offer the opportunity for you to explore domestic politics, political institutions and conflicts, emphasising key patterns of similarity and difference. Common topics include democracy, ethnic conflict, the role of constitutions and nationalism. For example, you might assess how human rights are addressed across different political systems, or how political economies and institutions have developed over time. You could also focus on a particular region, such as Europe, Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, India, China and South-East Asia. Careers in this field are varied, with traditional destinations including local government, regulatory authorities and charities, working in administration, policy-making and international affairs. Other roles include journalism, academia and publishing.

MA International Relations

University of Sheffield |
School of Sociological Studies, Politics and IR

How should we make sense of the many global challenges that are increasingly destabilising international politics? On this course you'll learn how to… View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

MA - Political and Social Thought (by research)

University of Kent |
School of Economics and Political Science

Our research programmes provide a combination of formal research training and individual supervision within a supportive environment, with regular interaction between staff and students. View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

Comparative Public Policy MSc

University of Edinburgh |
School of Social and Political Science

The MSc Comparative Public Policy provides intensive analytical training in the systematic comparison of social and public policies from an international perspective. View course

On campus Full time

MA 20th-Century British History by Research

University of Buckingham |
Humanities and Social Sciences

This London-based programme enables students to examine Britain’s history in the twentieth century… View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

Politics and Philosophy MA

University of Brighton |
School of Humanities and Social Science

Our Politics and Philosophy MA explores the politics of the present through the ideas shaping our future. View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

Iranian Studies - MA

SOAS University of London |
School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics

MA Iranian Studies Immerse yourself into the intricate tapestry of Iran's contemporary history, culture, politics, … View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

Politics MA/PGDip

University of Birmingham |
School of Government

Explore key political controversies from diverse perspectives to understand and explain global phenomena. View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

International Relations - MA

University of Roehampton |
School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Make an impact on the world by understanding the forces that shape global politics and equipping yourself with the skills to drive change. View course

On campus Full time

International Public Policy MSc

University College London |
Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences

Want to forge a career in international politics or policy-making? Get a detailed and systematic understanding of how political institutions… View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

MA Arts and Culture: Modern Political Culture: Ideas and Discourses in Context

Maastricht University |
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

In the specialisation Modern Political Culture, we take as our point of departure approaches that are predominant in the humanities and concentrate on… View course

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