Political Economy MSc
University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
About this programme
Explore the dynamic interconnection between politics and economics to learn how financial events and changing economic structures affect politics. How are economic policy choices made and what are their consequences? How can we solve the new and looming societal challenges that arise from the relationships between politics and the economy? This degree will equip you with the
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Social
- Tuition
- £35,400 / year
- English
- IELTS 7.5
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in politics, economics or other social sciences with a significant quantitative component - i.e. an introductory module on inferential statistics / quantitative methods from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Relevant practical or work experience in a related field may also be taken into account.
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 (5)
- Chevening ScholarshipFully funded · Deadline November (annually)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- UCL Global Excellence ScholarshipsPartial funding · Deadline March-April each year
- 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