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Overview
Develop your understanding of international political economy (IPE). IPE is a field of study that examines the complex interplay between politics and economics around the world.
Careers
You’ll complete this International Political Economy - Theories and Themes course at the University of Aberdeen with a firm grasp of the important concepts, approaches, and debates in the study of IPE.
You’ll possess valuable skills for careers that require the critical analysis of developments in this area of international relations, which could include:
- public sector research and policymaking
- diplomacy
- public advocacy
- roles within non-governmental organisations (NGOS) or institutions such as the European Union or the United Nations
- careers in the international media, the armed forces, international risk management, and international corporations involved in trade and finance.
Programme Structure
You’ll cover topics including:- what is IPE? theory and history
- race and the making of global capitalism
- liberal approaches to IPE: classical and neo-classical
- critical approaches to IPE
- gender and IPE – the role of social reproduction
- gender studies
- neoliberalism: genesis and history
- the IPE of international trade
- financialisation and the transformation of IPE
- national income inequality: key debates
- global poverty
- post-development
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
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PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Economics International Relations Political Science View 40 other Short Courses in Political Science in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
This course has no formal entry requirements. You decide if it’s suitable for you.
The course is delivered at Masters level. At this level, for this course, you’d usually have at least:
- a 2:2 UK honours degree (or equivalent), or
- relevant experience that supports this level of study.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1390 GBP / full≈ 1390 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1390 GBP / full≈ 1390 GBP / full
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