Global Political Economy MRes
University of Exeter
Key Course Facts
Course Description
- Ideal for students interested in a variety of careers including academia, government, think tanks, charities and the private sector
- Focus on important contemporary issues such as globalisation, international relations and inequality as well as other public policy challenges
- Gain an incredibly diverse and intellectually stimulating perspective on how each area directly impacts on the global political economy
- Learn how to fully comprehend, analyse and address issues affecting the global political and economic landscape
- Acquire a wide range of quantitative and qualitative research skills.
- To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
A 2:1 degree with honours in Economics or a related discipline such as Politics, International Development, Social Sciences or Management from a recognised university.
Applications must include a Research Statement (no more than 1000 words). This should include the following:
- An explanation of why you have chosen a research Masters rather than a taught Masters programme.
- An outline of how this MRes programme will help further your career goals.
- An outline of your research interests.
- 3-5 key strengths that make you an ideal candidate for the MRes, referring to your CV.
For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page.
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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About University of Exeter
The University of Exeter is a government funded research university based in Exeter, Devon, in the South-West region of England. The university has two campuses in Exeter, which are known as Streatham and St Luke’s, while another two are situated in the coastal town of Cornwall, known as Truro and Penryn. Something for prospective students to be aware of is that the University Exeter works in collaboration with Falmouth University under the Combined Universities in Cornwall initiative.
List of 469 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of Exeter - Course Catalogue
Student composition of University of Exeter
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Exeter by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 22975
- postgraduates:
- 6895
- Total:
- 29870
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Economic Policy”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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