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Full time
1 year
SEP-25
MA - Master of Arts
Political Philosophies Social Psychology Linguistic Studies Social Studies
Taught
Questions concerning the impact of ideological and symbolic processes on the formation of political discourses, identities and communities are of crucial importance. All of these are covered within our MA Ideology and Discourse Analysis.
You explore topics including:
Our Department of Government is one of the most prestigious in Europe, with an outstanding record of teaching, research and publication. We are rated top in the UK for research (REF 2014), and have consistently been the highest-rated politics department in the country since national assessments began.
Your future
All Essex politics graduates have the distinction of a qualification from one of the world’s leading politics departments.
Our MA Ideology and Discourse Analysis will help you secure a solid grasp of key debates in social and political thought, give you a strong foundation in theoretical principles whose relevance and application goes well beyond politics, and instil a wide range of analytical, critical, and communication skills that will enable you to pursue the career of your choice, whether in the public, private, or third sector, whether with a domestic or international focus.
For this course (per year)
£10,000
For this course (per year)
£21,700
You may also be considered with a lower class degree, where you have at least five year’s relevant work experience (please provide your CV).
The University of Essex prides itself on being at the forefront of research innovation and global change. It is a learning institution that fosters a culture of boldness and curiosity, where creativity in academia is encouraged. At Essex, students are taught by world-leading academics in a supportive and research-intensive environment. Over the duration of its sixty-year history, Essex has met and exceeded expectations for success, winning...more
Full time | 1 year | SEP-25
Full time | 1 year | SEP-25