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Full time | University of Sheffield | 1 year | 30-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

30-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MA - Master of Arts

Subject areas

Political Philosophies

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Deepen your understanding of social and political issues on this course, which is jointly run by the departments of philosophy and politics. You will explore contemporary political philosophy and its historical underpinnings, and learn how to use political theories to reflect on current social issues.

Course description

This course gives you the opportunity to choose from a wide range of modules across the departments of philosophy and politics. Modules cover topics such as freedom, democracy, global justice, environmental change, human rights and international political theory. You will delve into the theoretical debates that shape current political discourse and develop your understanding of the cultural, historical and philosophical contexts surrounding those debates.

Our MA is designed to prepare you for a PhD in political theory or a related area.

Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.

Modules

Political Philosophy Research Seminar - Core
Dissertation in Political Theory - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£10,240

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£23,110

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in philosophy, politics or a related subject. We will also consider your application if you have a degree in an unrelated subject, especially if you can demonstrate other experience relevant to the programme.