MSc Political Science and Political Economy

at London School of Economics

As well as studying the compulsory courses in Political Science and Political Economy, Game Theory for Political Science and Political Science and Political Economy : Advanced Topics, you will also write a 10,000-word dissertation on a topic agreed with your supervisor. In addition, you need to choose options, including from other programmes in the Department and School, with the approval of the MSc course convener.

(* denotes a half unit)

Political Science and Political Economy*
Provides an introduction to quantitative empirical political science.

Game Theory for Political Science*
Introduces game theory and its applications to political science.

Political Science and Political Economy: Advanced Topics*
Will expose students to recent advances in political economy and deal with applications of the concepts explored in "Political Science and Political Economy" and "Game Theory for Political Science".

Dissertation

Minimum entry requirements for MSc Political Science and Political Economy
 

Upper second class honours degree (2:1) or equivalent in any discipline.

The programme relies significantly on the use of mathematical concepts (eg statistics and game theory) and their applications to modern political science. As a result, we expect you to have either (a) previous exposure to key mathematical concepts (intermediary level or above in algebra and real analysis, some exposure to probabilities), or (b) to be willing to invest some additional time in developing those skills (for instance through the 'maths camp' offered prior to the beginning of the Michaelmas term).

Competition for places at the School is high. This means that even if you meet the minimum entry requirement, this does not guarantee you an offer of admission.

Every graduate student is charged a fee for their programme.

The fee covers registration and examination fees payable to the School, lectures, classes and individual supervision, lectures given at other colleges under intercollegiate arrangements and, under current arrangements, membership of the Students' Union. It does not cover living costs or travel or fieldwork.

Tuition fees 2022/23 for MSc Political Science and Political Economy
Home students: £24,456
Overseas students: £24,456

Quick Careers Facts for the Department of Government
Median salary of our PG students six months after graduating: £30,000

Top 5 sectors our students work in:

• Public administration and defence
• Management consultancy activities
• Scientific research and development
• Extraterritorial organisations
• Legal and accounting activities

The data was collected as part of the Graduate Outcomes survey, which is administered by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). Graduates from 2017-18 were the first group to be asked to respond to Graduate Outcomes. Median salaries are calculated for respondents who are paid in UK pounds sterling.

This programme is an excellent preparation for further research work or for a career in education, public administration or the private sector. It will also equip you with the skills needed to pursue a PhD or conduct research in quantitative political science.