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    International Political Economy - MA

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    Canterbury, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £20,700.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    85%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    180
    Credits

    International Political Economy - MA at University of Kent is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Canterbury, GB. Tuition is £20,700.

    About the program

    The program explores doctrines of state-economy relations and theories of international political economy, focusing on the transformation of democratic capitalism from the 19th century to its current form, covering structures like trade, investment, finance, and globalization.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    September 2026
    Aug 24, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Overall: 90 | Reading: 22 | Listening: 17 | Speaking: 20 | Writing: 21
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Overall: 6.5 | Reading: 6.0 | Listening: 5.5 | Speaking: 5.5 | Writing: 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £12,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does International Political Economy - MA at University of Kent cost?
    The total estimated tuition for International Political Economy - MA at University of Kent is £20,700 across 180 required credits.
    Is International Political Economy - MA at University of Kent online or in-person?
    International Political Economy - MA at University of Kent is offered in-person.
    How long does International Political Economy - MA at University of Kent take to complete?
    International Political Economy - MA at University of Kent is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for International Political Economy - MA at University of Kent?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:1 or equivalent
    How competitive is International Political Economy - MA at University of Kent?
    International Political Economy - MA at University of Kent reports an acceptance rate of approximately 85%.