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  Political Economy of Development - MSc


SOAS University of London    Department of Economics

Full time & Part time See Course MSc 1 year full time, 2-3 years part time
Economics (10) Politics & Government (30)

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Are you passionate about understanding the complexities of economic development in the Global South? If so, the MSc in Political Economy of Development at SOAS is perfect for you. This unique programme offers a pluralist approach to studying the interaction between politics and economics, providing you with a deep understanding of how inequalities, corruption, and climate change impact economic development. With a focus on institutional and development economics, you'll gain theoretical insights and empirical training to tackle real-world economic issues. Even if your first degree wasn't in economics, this MSc welcomes students from diverse backgrounds. Join us and explore the fascinating world of political economy and development.

About the course

If you want to benefit from pluralist theoretical training in institutional economics and development economics, are interested in understanding how inequalities, corruption and climate change affect economic development, and want to apply policies to real world economic issues in the Global South, the MSc in Political Economy of Development is ideal for you.

The unique MSc Political Economy of Development is a fascinating, pluralist programme that engages students with questions on the various issues affecting development in Global South contexts. The MSc provides theoretical insights into the critical analysis of the interaction between the political and the economic in influencing development.

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Entry Requirements

We will consider all applications with a 2:2 (or international equivalent) or higher in Economics. In addition to degree classification we take into account other elements of the application such as supporting statement. References are optional, but can help build a stronger application if you fall below the 2:2 requirement or have non-traditional qualifications.




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