| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA | Full-time, Part-time | 1 - 2 year | find out | GBP 10240 per year | GBP 23110 per year |
This course gives you the opportunity to choose from a wide range of modules across the departments of philosophy and politics. Modules cover topics such as freedom, democracy, global justice, environmental change, human rights and international political theory.
You'll explore contemporary political philosophy and its historical underpinnings, and learn how to use political theories to reflect on current social issues. You'll delve into the theoretical debates that shape current political discourse and develop your understanding of the cultural, historical and philosophical contexts surrounding those debates.
The fee listed is for the advertised mode of study. If you're studying for an alternative qualification or via a different mode of study (eg full-time, part-time) then the fee could be different. Due to inflation, the fee for Home students could also increase after your first year of study. Use Sheffield's fee calculator or contact the Student Fees team to check.
Fee status help
If you qualify, you may be able to get financial support through the University's studentships and fee waivers.
Funding for postgraduate taught courses
Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in philosophy, politics or a related subject.
We will also consider your application if you have a degree in an unrelated subject, especially if you can demonstrate other experience relevant to the programme.
We also consider a wide range of international qualifications:
Entry requirements for international students
Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
Other English language qualifications we accept
Pathway programme for international students
If you're an international student who does not meet the entry requirements for this course, you have the opportunity to apply for a pre-masters programme in Business, Social Sciences and Humanities at the University of Sheffield International College . This course is designed to develop your English language and academic skills. Upon successful completion, you can progress to degree level study at the University of Sheffield.
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