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University of Sussex: Social and Political Thought
| Institution | University of Sussex View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Philosophy |
| Web | www.sussex.ac.uk |
| pg.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 876787 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
4th in the UK for our research impact in Philosophy in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)
Develop an advanced understanding of the history of social and political thought and contemporary movements and philosophies. This interdisciplinary course will train you to be a confident, independent researcher.
You’ll learn from academics from a range of different disciplines, including 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’ll 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.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in a humanities or social sciences subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
4th in the UK for our research impact in Philosophy in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)
Develop an advanced understanding of the history of social and political thought and contemporary movements and philosophies. This interdisciplinary course will train you to be a confident, independent researcher.
You’ll learn from academics from a range of different disciplines, including 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’ll 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.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in a humanities or social sciences subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
4th in the UK for our research impact in Philosophy in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)
Our MA brings together social theory, political theory and philosophy. You learn about the history of social and political thought and study political and social movements. You’ll cover both historical traditions and contemporary developments.
This is an interdisciplinary course. We bridge subject boundaries and use both empirical and normative analysis. You’ll learn from our faculty’s specialised knowledge of selected areas in contemporary thought and the major European historical tradition.
Our research strengths include:
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social theory (especially Hegel, Marx and Frankfurt School critical theory)
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recent democratic, socialist and environmentalist thought and practice
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the history of political, social and economic thought
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the philosophy of social science and the sociology of knowledge
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Marx, Hegel and Marxism
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Kant and German Idealism
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philosophy of race and racialisation.
You can also take the opportunity to get involved with our in-house journal Studies in Social and Political Thought.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in a humanities or social sciences subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
4th in the UK for our research impact in Philosophy in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)
Our MA brings together social theory, political theory and philosophy. You learn about the history of social and political thought and study political and social movements. You’ll cover both historical traditions and contemporary developments.
This is an interdisciplinary course. We bridge subject boundaries and use both empirical and normative analysis. You’ll learn from our faculty’s specialised knowledge of selected areas in contemporary thought and the major European historical tradition.
Our research strengths include:
-
social theory (especially Hegel, Marx and Frankfurt School critical theory)
-
recent democratic, socialist and environmentalist thought and practice
-
the history of political, social and economic thought
-
the philosophy of social science and the sociology of knowledge
-
Marx, Hegel and Marxism
-
Kant and German Idealism
-
philosophy of race and racialisation.
You can also take the opportunity to get involved with our in-house journal Studies in Social and Political Thought.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in a humanities or social sciences subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
We are a research-intensive campus university with an excellent international reputation, located within the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We welcome spirited students who want to study in a creative and intellectually-challenging environment.
We have been ranked 1st in the world for Development Studies for eight consecutive years in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017-2024.
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