Berkeley,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Political Economy in Berkeley United States | University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Berkeley
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Berkeley United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
45,096
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Political Economy program offers a comprehensive examination of how governments, societies, and economic systems interact through diverse academic lenses. Students in this field explore how actual market structures are fundamentally connected to political and social frameworks. Graduates develop expertise in modern analytical approaches while gaining profound insight into foundational political economy theories.
Political Economy combines scientific rigor through its application of social science methods with ethical considerations about optimal societal organization. This discipline analyzes government involvement in economic systems and evaluates which policies and market structures can contribute to societal improvement.
The curriculum addresses current challenges while maintaining strong historical context. Students may specialize in areas including development economics, international commerce, global disparities, environmental issues, resource allocation, gender dynamics, financial markets, digital technologies, or healthcare systems.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.0
Qualification Requirements
To be considered for admission to UC Berkeley, international applicants must:
finish secondary school and
earn a certificate of completion, which allows admission to a university in their home country or country of graduation
The university requires further study, either completion of the two-year A-level program with a minimum of three academic exams, the IB diploma program, or another similar academic curriculum.
For (IBT) minimum score of 80 or better, Paper-based test (completed prior to Oct. 2017): Minimum score of 550 or better, Revised paper-delivered test (completed Oct. 2017 or later): Minimum score of 60 or better, (IELTS) Accepted with a 6.5 or better band score (academic modules)
Tuition
USD
45,096