Master of Science [M.Sc] [Public Opinion and Political Behaviour] From University of Essex

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Master of Science [M.Sc] (Public Opinion and Political Behaviour)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Ranked #301 out of 500 by ARWU Global Ranking 2022

$29,295 /Yr

£21,700 /Yr

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$29295 (GBP 21700)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2024$26649 (GBP 19740)
2023$26649 (GBP 19740)
2021$30162 (GBP 22342)

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For October 2025 Intake Jul 21, 2025

Students also look at the main theoretical approaches in the study of politics, combined with a selection of optional modules including:

  • Quantitative data analysis in political explanations.
  • Survey measurement and question design.
  • Political parties in Britain and Europe.
  • Measuring public opinion.
  • Democracies in Europe.

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • A 2.2 degree in Political Science, International Relations, International Studies, American Studies, United States Politics, Economics, Finance or Statistics.

OR

  • A 2.2 degree in any subject which includes study in two relevant modules.

Relevant modules include, but are not limited to:

  • Comparative Political Systems
  • Constitutional Democracy
  • Contemporary World Affairs
  • Current Affairs
  • Democratic Theory
  • Econometrics
  • European Integration/Dynamics of Integration
  • Foreign Policy/Comparative Foreign Policy
  • Game Theory
  • Governmental Processes/Systems
  • Human Rights
  • Ideology and Political Analysis
  • International Economics Law
  • International Economics Relations
  • International Trade/Business Law
  • International Law
  • International Public Relations
  • International Security
  • Law of Armed Conflict
  • Micro/Macro Economics
  • Peace Studies
  • Philosophy(MA Political Theory only)
  • Political Conflict
  • Political Decision Making
  • Political Economy
  • Political Sociology
  • Public Administration
  • Public International Law
  • Public Policy Analysis
  • Quantitative Reasoning
  • Security Studies
  • Strategic Studies
  • Terrorism
  • Theories of Development

University will also consider applicants with a 2.2 degree in an unrelated subject and have at least six months relevant work experience such as working with a NGO.

Indian Students Eligibility:

  • A degree in Political Science, International Relations, International Studies, American Studies, United States Politics, Economics, Finance or Statistics with 55% from recognised institution.

OR

  • A degree in any subject which includes study in two relevant modules with 55%.

Relevant modules include, but are not limited to:

  • Comparative Political Systems
  • Constitutional Democracy
  • Contemporary World Affairs
  • Current Affairs
  • Democratic Theory
  • Econometrics
  • European Integration/Dynamics of Integration
  • Foreign Policy/Comparative Foreign Policy
  • Game Theory
  • Governmental Processes/Systems
  • Human Rights
  • Ideology and Political Analysis
  • International Economics Law
  • International Economics Relations
  • International Trade/Business Law
  • International Law
  • International Public Relations
  • International Security
  • Law of Armed Conflict
  • Micro/Macro Economics
  • Peace Studies
  • Philosophy(MA Political Theory only)
  • Political Conflict
  • Political Decision Making
  • Political Economy
  • Political Sociology
  • Public Administration
  • Public International Law
  • Public Policy Analysis
  • Quantitative Reasoning
  • Security Studies
  • Strategic Studies
  • Terrorism
  • Theories of Development

University will also consider applicants with a degree in other fields with 55% and have at least six months relevant work experience such as working with a NGO.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.


Scores Required

6 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

76 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

58 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

2 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA


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