Study location	United Kingdom, Sheffield
Type	Master courses, full-time
Nominal duration	1 year
Study language	English
Awards	MA

Tuition fee	To be confirmed

Entry qualification	Undergraduate diploma (or higher) A 2:1 honours degree in a subject related to social science The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalent IELTS: 6.5 with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in all other components TOEFL (IBT): Overall score of 80 or above, with at least 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking CAE: Overall score of 176 or above, with at least 162 in each component

Other requirements	At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. These should be supplied and signed by academic staff at institutions where you have studied previously. They must be presented on the official letter-headed paper of the relevant institution. If you have been out of education for the last two years, you can send one academic reference plus one from your current employer if you wish. CV

More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. sheffield.ac.uk/..bal-political-economy-ma

Overview

Through this new programme you’ll engage with the pressing issues of the global political economy after a rollercoaster start to the twenty-first century.

Drawing on our academics’ skills in a diverse range of disciplinary approaches to the issues, we give you a chance to explore issues including capitalist crisis, environmental degradation, mass migration, and global inequality.

This new-look masters course offers two semesters of teaching when you’ll benefit from the knowledge and insight of our outstanding academics. We are introducing new, innovative methods of teaching and assessment that will both deepen your academic learning, and give you extra transferable skills for your career.

Then over the summer you’ll receive tailored support to help you gain the very best experience for your career, as a global citizen, or as a budding researcher.