Master of Arts in United States Politics
University of Essex - Colchester Campus
UK,England
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12 Months
Duration
CAD 21,700/year
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CAD 0 FREE
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UK, England
Type: University
Location Type: Semi-Urban
Founded: 1965
Total Students: 17,800 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Wivenhoe Park, Colchester CO4 3SQ, United Kingdom
Master of Arts in United States Politics
Program Overview
The United States is the most politically and economically influential country in the world and understanding its politics is more important than ever. This course allows you to study United States politics at an advanced level in a department ranked top in the UK for research excellence (REF 2014) and with an extraordinary number of staff trained in the US. One of the few United States-focused courses in the UK, the course allows you gain in-depth knowledge of the workings of the US political system—what makes it unique, how it has evolved, and how it is changing. You receive a thorough training in the theories and methods needed to conduct your own research into United States politics – culminating in your dissertation on a topic that fascinates you and enhances your career. Your research skills will be in demand by a wide range of employers, including government, international organisations, policy analysis and market research. The course also prepares students for doctoral study.
In this course, you will study a wide range of topics. The core module covers topics relating to the political institutions and policy-making in the United States including:
- The US Constitutional Design
- American Political Parties
- The American Electorate
- Congress and the Presidency
- Economic and Political Inequality
- Interest Groups
- Representation, Race and Gender
- Federalism and the Judiciary
In addition, the course includes modules covering theory and explanation in political science and advanced research methods. Optional modules include such topics as international relations, foreign policy and the politics of Western democracies.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 21,700 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in University of Essex - Colchester Campus
CAD 9,207 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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