MSc Political Science
Year 1
(Award available for year: Master of Science)
Learning outcomes
Understanding of the relationships between theoretical models/abstractions and political practice Critically and creatively evaluate current issues in research in political science.
Transferable (key) skills
Masters (Taught), Postgraduate Diploma & Postgraduate Certificate students will have had the opportunity to acquire the following abilities as defined in the modules specified for the programme: Capacity to evaluate their own research methods, theories, analysis and conclusions, and to evaluate the same in political science scholarship more generally.Independent learning and the ability to work in a way which ensures continuing development of researchskills and knowledge within the discipline of political science;
Assessment
Demonstrating the ability to apply breadth and depth of knowledge within political science to specific topics and cases Drawing on a range of perspectives within political science Evaluating and criticising received opinion and dominant approaches within a range of political science sub-fields