MSc Multilevel Governance in Europe
Postgraduate
In Colchester
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Location
Colchester
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Duration
1 Year
About the course
Do different models of Europe – supranational, intergovernmental, transnational, or multileveled –require different forms of democratic governance? Who are the main political and economic actors in the region and how do they connect to the larger international system? To what extent can they shape the future of Europe?
Our MSc Multilevel Governance in Europe gives you the opportunity to use social scientific methods to deepen your understanding of the study of European politics
It is designed for good graduates in politics, economics, law, sociology, European studies or related disciplines
You study European politics and European integration, as well as theory and explanation in political science, and choose optional modules on topics including:
Political parties in Britain and Europe
Global environmental issues
International relations
International security
Conflict resolution
Our Department of Government is one of the most prestigious in Europe, with an outstanding record of teaching, research and publication
We are rated top in the UK for research (REF 2014), and have consistently been the highest-rated politics department in the country since national assessments began
Our expert staff
Some of the biggest names in the field work at Essex, giving you unparalleled access to some of the best minds in politics
Our staff are advising the CIA on counter-terrorism, training politicians and civil servants in democratising countries, and commentating on political events in national and international media
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Subjects
- Politics
- International
- Governance
- European Politics
- Teaching
- Staff
- Political Science
- International Relations
- Conflict Resolution
- Political Parties
- Conflict
Course programme
Postgraduate study is the chance to take your education to the next level. The combination of compulsory and optional modules means our courses help you develop extensive knowledge in your chosen discipline, whilst providing plenty of freedom to pursue your own interests. Our research-led teaching is continually evolving to address the latest challenges and breakthroughs in the field, therefore to ensure your course is as relevant and up-to-date as possible your core module structure may be subject to change.
For many of our courses you’ll have a wide range of optional modules to choose from – those listed in this example structure are, in many instances, just a selection of those available. Our Programme Specification gives more detail about the structure available to our current postgraduate students, including details of all optional modules.
Year 1
MA Dissertation
Comparative European Politics
Theory and Explanation in Political Science
Advanced Research Methods
International Security Studies (optional)
Political Parties in Britain and Europe (optional)
Contemporary Theories of Justice (optional)
Environmental Politics (optional)
Political Explanation (optional)
Theories of International Relations (optional)
Conflict Resolution (optional)
Political Economy (optional)
Political Theory (optional)
Research Seminar in Political Theory and Methods (optional)
Research Design (optional)
Public Opinion and Political Behaviour (optional)
Ideology and Political Discourse (optional)
Survey Measurement and Question Design
Teaching
Courses are designed to provide you with an advanced understanding of either the politics of a geographical area or an aspect of the discipline
Courses include both compulsory and optional modules, so the course can be tailored to fit your interests and aspirations
Learn through discussion and problem-solving
Lab sessions allow you to improve your technical research skills
We encourage students to attend national conferences to meet researchers and discuss their work
Assessment
Your coursework comes in the form of essays, simulations, presentations and in-class tests
Dissertation
You are given guidance on how to prepare a Masters dissertation by our Graduate Director in the spring term
We link you with an appropriate supervisor at the earliest opportunity
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MSc Multilevel Governance in Europe