Studying A Masters Degree In Politics

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By Alex Jones


Considering a Masters degree in Politics ensures that the student is well equipped for the modern world and future employability. Students will acquire extensive analytical and practical skills, and the ability to unpick the tapestry of modern politics that shape our everyday lives. Academic skills such as the ability to research and concisely communicate complex ideas orally and written.

So, if Politics sounds like something of interest then take a look at what the Universities of the UK offer. It's with noting too that Politics courses will differ massively across different educational institutions. While some of the core modules may be similar, there will be a number of additional modules that will allow you to focus on particular areas of interest and develop a specialism. Below we've outlined some of the more popular core modules - ones that may be available across a broad spectrum of Universities.

* Researching Britain now is probably more engaging than it's ever been. Comprehensive constitutional reforms have changed the political map. The establishment of the Parliament in Scotland and the Assemblies in Wales, Northern Ireland and London mean that power is shifting. Not only that, Britain's membership of the EU, and maybe later the Euro, mean that discussions over sovereignty and co-operation rage long and hard.

* The definition of 'Europe' is constantly shifting, as the EU grows in size and power. Political influence and reform is constantly changing the landscape and students will need to be able to identify and analyse developments. Studying Europe also provides the opportunity to study the politics of countries within the continent - comparing them with our political system and history. Many Universities will also offer courses on the politics of countries outside the EU, namely the USA, Latin America, Asia, Africa or Australia.

* Political theory is essential to the study of politics because without theory we would not know what to examine. In theory courses, students evaluate key questions like the nature of freedom and the strengths and limitations of democracy. Other topics include the relationship between government and society, the right of dissent and the limits of toleration, and questions of social justice and equality.

* Elections are the lifeblood of our democratic government. The ability to focus on these linchpin events offers a fascinating study of how politics, media and culture can alter the course of a country. In this module you have the opportunity to forecast results as well as explain the results. Examine and gain insight in to why people vote, and more importantly, why they don't! Understand why and how parties select their candidates and what role the media performs in the campaigns that can be the difference between victory or defeat.

* International relations prompts examination of the machinations of actors on the international political stage, why and how wars occur and how peace is negotiated and maintained, and the role of organisations such as the United Nations.

So if a Masters in Politics sounds like something you might be interested then take a look at Universities who offer the course and their component modules.




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