The Global Political Economy MA at King's College London is an interdisciplinary online programme designed for those seeking to understand the complex interplay of political, economic, and social forces shaping our world. You will explore how global institutions like the IMF and World Bank, alongside transnational movements and state actors, influence everything from financial crises to inequality and gender relations. This Master's degree is ideal if you are driven to critically analyse the profound impact of global political economy on everyday life and aspire to contribute to informed discourse and policy-making in this vital field.
This online Master's degree is studied part-time over two years, offering a flexible learning experience. Your studies will encompass core modules such as Global Political Economy: Theories & Approaches and Issues in Global Political Economy, alongside specialised topics like Decolonising Global Political Economy and the Political Economy of International Migration. You will develop essential research design and methods skills, culminating in a substantial dissertation in your second year. You will graduate with a deep understanding of global systems, prepared for careers in international organisations, policy analysis, research, and the non-profit sector.