Political Ideas
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom
The Political Ideas program at The Open University UK offers supervision on a broad range of political concepts including citizenship, justice, rights, duties, governance, power, community, ecology, and democracy. It emphasizes critical engagement with contemporary political issues and theoretical frameworks, fostering research in continental political philosophy and the history of political thought. The program explores diverse political ideologies, including transnational movements (cultural, ecological, gender, human rights, labor) and traditional discourses such as conservative, liberal, labor, and utopian politics, with a focus on empirical case studies, institutional practices, and lived experiences.
- Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom
- 2 years
- On Campus
- ₹14,49,868/Year
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Program Overview
The Political Ideas program at The Open University UK offers supervision on a broad range of political concepts including citizenship, justice, rights, duties, governance, power, community, ecology, and democracy. It emphasizes critical engagement with contemporary political issues and theoretical frameworks, fostering research in continental political philosophy and the history of political thought. The program explores diverse political ideologies, including transnational movements (cultural, ecological, gender, human rights, labor) and traditional discourses such as conservative, liberal, labor, and utopian politics, with a focus on empirical case studies, institutional practices, and lived experiences.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
No Admission Requirement Available.
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-10-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Starting 2027-02-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Program Start
Apr 2026
Programme Structure
Politics and International Studies (POLIS) researchers focus on political theory and ideologies, including:critical, post-structuralist and normative theorytheories of citizenship; agonistic politicsinternational relations theoryresearch on the ideas and actions of social movements and environmental justice campaigns
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
GPA
3.5
English Language Requirements
No English language requirements found.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must hold a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Non-UK citizens may need to demonstrate proficiency in English. Additional criteria may include relevant research experience or academic references, depending on the specific PhD pathway. Prospective students should review individual program prerequisites for detailed admission requirements.
Course Fees
₹14,49,868/Year
Annual Fee
2 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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