Political Economy of Emerging Markets MSc

at King's College London

Program structure

Required modules

Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totaling 180 credits. You are required to take the following modules:

• Topics in the Analysis of Emerging Economies (15 credits)

• States, Markets and the Institutional Basis of Growth (15 credits)

• Dissertation (60 Credits)

Students must also take at least one 15-credit methods module, out of the following four:

• Quantitative Methods for Social Science (15 credits)

• Advanced Quantitative Methods for Causal Inference (15 credits)

• Introduction to Qualitative Methods (15 credits)

• Advanced Qualitative Methods

Standard requirements

A minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above.

If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).

Other requirements

Bachelor's degree with 2:1 honours (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject.

UK:

Full time: £11,040 per year

International:

Full time: £24,660 per year

Our course provides you with high-quality graduate research training that will improve your prospects seeking employment in the development sector in the UK and other OECD countries and also in emerging economies, consultancy organisations, private sector companies with global operations and government offices. It’s an ideal course if you are an international student seeking specialist training and/or government employment.