MA United States Politics
Course Overview
This advanced course offers a deep and specialized examination of the United States political system, providing the theoretical and methodological tools for sophisticated analysis. You will develop expert knowledge of unique American institutions, from the Constitution to Congress, while exploring contemporary challenges like political polarization and inequality. The program culminates in an original research dissertation, equipping you with in-demand skills for a career in government, research, or academia.
Key Program Highlights
- One of the few UK postgraduate courses dedicated exclusively to the in-depth study of US politics
- Receive training from expert faculty trained in the US within a top-ranked research department
- Master advanced research methods to conduct your own independent dissertation on a topic of your choice
- Explore core institutions and pressing issues like the Presidency, Congress, political parties, race, and inequality
- Gain highly transferable skills for careers in government, international organizations, policy analysis, or PhD study
Course Overview
This advanced course offers a deep and specialized examination of the United States political system, providing the theoretical and methodological tools for sophisticated analysis. You will develop expert knowledge of unique American institutions, from the Constitution to Congress, while exploring contemporary challenges like political polarization and inequality. The program culminates in an original research dissertation, equipping you with in-demand skills for a career in government, research, or academia.
Key Program Highlights
- One of the few UK postgraduate courses dedicated exclusively to the in-depth study of US politics
- Receive training from expert faculty trained in the US within a top-ranked research department
- Master advanced research methods to conduct your own independent dissertation on a topic of your choice
- Explore core institutions and pressing issues like the Presidency, Congress, political parties, race, and inequality
- Gain highly transferable skills for careers in government, international organizations, policy analysis, or PhD study
