Master British and European Politics

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  • Objectives
    The aim of this course is to equip you with a thorough conceptual and substantive understanding of British and European politics and government. The course aims to develop a through understanding of the central conceptual themes relevant to the research and the study of European politics. You will gain a deep level of understanding and knowledge in your selected areas and will acquire experience of the practical application of research training through the completion of a dissertation. London Metropolitan University's Governance and International Relations section (City campus) has a well-established reputation for research undertaken by its staff in Politics, International Relations, Development Studies and American Studies. In the most recent UK Higher Education Funding Council Research Assessment Exercise, the section was rated 3A for its research in Politics and International Relations (ie. standard of national excellence, with evidence of international excellence in some areas).
  • Entry requirements
    An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. A lower second grade is the minimum acceptable. In exceptional circumstances candidates with other qualifications may be considered.
  • Academic title
    MA British and European Politics
  • Course description
    Course structure
    The course comprises six taught modules plus a double-module dissertation.

    There are two compulsory core modules:
    -European Union and European Integration
    -Contemporary Political Analysis

    and a range of options covering:
    -The Impact of Economic Globalisation on Britain, Italy and Germany
    -The Politics of the Mass Media
    -The Role of Ideology in British Politics

    US-European Relations in the Post-Cold War World.
    You are also required to produce a dissertation of 10,000-15,000 words to be submitted at the end of the course.

    Assessment
    Assessment is typically by a mixture of unseen examinations and essays. The precise mix varies from module to module, and on the Contemporary Political Analysis module an element of collective assessment may be required.

    Career opportunities
    On completion you may wish to continue to do further research. Examples of areas in which graduates have successfully gained employment include education, marketing and local and public services.

    Attendance & duration
    Full-time: one year, modules taught Tuesday and Wednesday
    Part-time (day/eve): two years, modules taught Tuesday and Wednesday

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