The University of Manchester invites applications for Masters in Political Economy, check details inside

Admissions are open at the University of Manchester for the MA in Political Economy session 2024.

According to a University of Manchester press release, the MA program at the university offers a comprehensive interdisciplinary curriculum focused on political economy.

The program is offered by the Center for the Study of Political Economy and is supported by faculty members from various departments within the Faculty of Humanities, including the School of Social Sciences, the School of Environment and Development and the aforementioned Alliance Manchester Business School. the press release.

Program delivery:

Students must complete the core unit, Theoretical Approaches to Political Economy. This unit provides a comprehensive grounding in classical and modern theories of political economy, introducing fundamental concepts of the discipline, the university informed.

Degree awarded:

Master of Arts (MA)

Duration:

1 year

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Eligibility criteria:

According to the University of Manchester, applicants who have completed at least a three-year degree and obtained a First Class (60%-80% undergraduate degree) from a reputable university are considered for postgraduate studies in Urban Studies.

When evaluating academic preparation, both the grades achieved by the candidate and the reputation of the institution will be taken into account.

Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the following language requirements:

• Academic IELTS score of 7 overall, including 7 in writing, with no component score below 6.5
• TOEFL IBT 100 with 25 in writing and no score below 22 in each section. The TOEFL code for Manchester is 0757
• Overall Pearson Test of English (PTE) score of 76, with 76 in writing and no score below 70

To be considered for a pre-sessional English course for this programme, the following minimum IELTS (academic) scores are required:

• 6-week pre-sessional course: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.5 in writing and no more than one sub-skill of 6.0.
• 10-week pre-sessional course: IELTS 6.0 overall with 6.0 or above in each sub-skill

School tax:

£27,500 a year

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Scholarship Details:

There are several scholarships and bursaries available for international students such as:

Several postgraduate taught scholarships and awards for outstanding candidates, such as the Manchester Humanities International Excellence Scholarship.

Humanities Bicentenary Postgraduate Scholarship, a £10,000 fee concession award for Indian students, awarded on academic merit and personal profile.

The Manchester Graduate Scholarship Scheme offers a £3,000 fee reduction for Manchester graduates who have obtained a first-class undergraduate degree within the last three years and are progressing to postgraduate study.

General Scholarships and the Commonwealth Scholarship Plan (CSFP).

Indian Government Scholarships are also available to students from certain states/backgrounds including:

• Rajiv Gandhi Scholarship for Academic Excellence (Rajasthan)
• Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Scholarship (Maharashtra)
• National Overseas Scholarship Scheme
• Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Overseas Scholarship (Jharkhand)

For more information, visit the official website.

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