International Political Economy (Taught)

International Political Economy is a field of enquiry concerned with the distribution of power, wealth and agency in a rapidly changing, contested global context.

International Political Economy (IPE) is a field of enquiry concerned with the distribution of power, wealth and agency in a rapidly changing and contested global context. With such a diverse range of interest, IPE encourages a plural and often eclectic approach to study.

Our MA is a truly global programme and attracts students from all over the world. You will benefit from an engaging intellectual environment and are able to choose from a selection of cutting-edge options in trade, finance, development, and global governance. Our department boasts leading figures in the IPE discipline.

Double Degrees
Our Double Degree programmes enable you to combine the study of this MA programme in PAIS with a Master’s programme at any one of our partner universities:

• American University, Washington DC, USA

• University of Waterloo, Canada

• Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Brussels, Belgium

• Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona, Spain

• University of Konstanz, Konstanz, Germany

• Monash University, Melbourne, Australia

• Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

This information is applicable for 2026 entry. Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrolment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our website before you apply.