Politics (Research) MA
Newcastle University · Newcastle, United Kingdom · Postgraduate · Social
About this programme
Gain the skills, knowledge and understanding needed for doctoral research in politics - or to pursue a research-focused career.
Programme facts
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 1 year
- Tuition
- £26,500 / year
- English
- IELTS 6.5 · PTE Academic 70
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
- A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in international studies/politics or a related subject. We may also consider your application on an individual basis if you have relevant professional experience.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all - confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (12)
- Chevening ScholarshipFully funded · Deadline November (annually)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Charles Wallace Burma Trust Academic GrantsPartial funding · Check official website
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds
- Newcastle University Sports ScholarshipsPartial funding
- Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarships - Postgraduate (2027 entry)Tuition only · Deadline 8 June 2027
- 2% Tuition Fee DiscountTuition only · Deadline 25 September 2026
- 20% Graduate Discount (2026 entry onwards)Tuition only