Political Economy (Political Science)
Explore how global economic forces shape societies, conflicts, and governance in this Master's programme.
Best for:Best for students with a background in social sciences seeking to understand global economic governance and conflict.
Overview
The Master's programme in Political Economy at the University of Amsterdam investigates how global economic and political dynamics impact citizens, businesses, and civil society. Students build a foundational understanding of economics tailored for non-economists while analyzing how institutional rules are established. The curriculum encourages critical examination of the winners and losers in an open global economy and the resulting modern conflicts. Enrolled students are expected to engage deeply with complex interdisciplinary coursework bridging politics and economics.
What you'll do
- Complete rigorous coursework covering economic principles for non-economists
- Analyze how institutional rules and global economic structures are shaped
- Examine the socio-economic impacts of open global markets on various societal groups
- Participate in seminars and discussions regarding contemporary global conflicts
- Conduct independent research culminating in a Master's thesis
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Political Science or related field
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; IELTS overall band 7.0 (minimum 6.5 in listening, reading, writing, and speaking), TOEFL internet-based 100, Cambridge C1 Advanced, Pearson Test of English Academic 76, or LanguageCert Academic 75
Instruction: English
- Foundational analytical skills in social sciences
- Ability to critically evaluate economic and political texts
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English
- Applicants must hold an appropriate undergraduate degree prior to admission
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-02-15
Submit your application through the official university admissions portal before the specified deadline. Ensure all academic transcripts and English language proficiency test scores are included with your submission. Review the programme website for any supplementary documentation requirements.
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- Academic transcripts
- English language proficiency test scores
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