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MSc - Master of Science
University of Essex
Full Time
Oct 2026
1 Year
MA Public Opinion and Political Behaviour explores the interaction between the mass public and political elites in advanced industrial democracies. You are introduced to the latest theoretical debates about the nature, significance and measurement of public opinion, exploring when and how these opinions translate into political participation, from voting behaviour and signing petitions to suicide bombing. Our Department of Government is one of the most prestigious in Europe, with an outstanding record of teaching, research and publication. We are 6th in UK for research power in politics and international studiesAll Essex politics graduates have the distinction of a qualification from one of the world’s leading politics departments.
Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 11,256 – 19,197
