Undergraduate Module Descriptor

POL2027: The Politics of the World Economy

This module descriptor refers to the 2024/5 academic year.

Module Aims

Based on literature from the cross-disciplinary field of International Political Economy (IPE), the module examines important structures, processes, and outcomes in the recent governance of the global economy. In particular the module aims to:

(1) familiarize you with the conceptual frameworks designed to illuminate major empirical concerns;

(2) provide a foundational knowledge about the post-war history of governing the world economy, focusing in particular on international organizations;

(3) engage in current debates about contemporary issues  in global economic governance. 

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

This module's assessment will evaluate your achievement of the ILOs listed here – you will see reference to these ILO numbers in the details of the assessment for this module.

On successfully completing the programme you will be able to:
Module-Specific Skills1. demonstrate detailed knowledge of conceptual debates within the study of International Political Economy;
2. demonstrate detailed knowledge of key institutions and issues in International Political Economy.
Discipline-Specific Skills3. critically analyse both empirical and theoretical material;
4. apply theoretical concepts to the analysis of key institutions and issues.
Personal and Key Skills5. communicate effectively in writing;
6. demonstrate the ability to work independently.