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Social and Political Thought MA

University of Sussex

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    University of Sussex

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

This interdisciplinary course will train you to be a confident, independent researcher. You'll study historical and contemporary issues at the intersection of social theory, political theory and philosophy.You'll learn from academics from a range of different disciplines. You'll study philosophy, politics, sociology, intellectual history and law. You'll be able to see the different perspectives those disciplines bring to the history and future development of social and political thought.This MA has a research-based curriculum that is innovative and diverse. You'll graduate with the ability to cross boundaries and draw on both empirical and normative analysis.You’ll be part of a research community that is friendly, supportive, and committed to using knowledge for the greater benefit of society.This course will prepare you for a fulfilling career. Recent Sussex graduates are working across the globe in academic institutions, law firms, tech companies, in business, in journalism, marketing and policy making.You will also find Sussex graduates in schools and colleges, in health and social care, as well as in the Civil Service and at the United Nations. Our graduates have taken a broad range of career paths, from museum curation to television script writing, while others have become poets, musicians, stand-up comedians, entrepreneurs and Chief Executive Officers.

Application deadline

10/08/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 23,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    43rd

  • Campus address

    University of Sussex, Sussex House, Falmer, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN1 9RH, United Kingdom

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The city of Brighton & Hove is world famous for its openness and inclusivity. The city is only 1 hour from London and 30 minutes from Gatwick airport.
World-leading development courses and highly regarded business programmes, with research expertise in sustainability, innovation, and artificial intelligence.
A university with an international reputation, Sussex welcomes students to its friendly community of academics and students of over 150 nationalities.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    40th out of 74 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    130 60%

    33rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    67.0 67%

    54th

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    52nd

    4

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