University of Glasgow
International Relations [MSc]
- 12 months
- Full Time
- Regular
Program Description
- This programme offers comprehensive training in what international relations has to say about some of the most challenging problems in international politics and equips you with the appropriate methods and a good understanding of research design to analyse political data.
- The programme draws on expertise in the fields of international relations theory, normative international theory, international security, international organisations, non-state actors, human rights, humanitarian intervention, and international political economy.
- You will have the opportunity to choose among different pathways to allow you to build specialist knowledge on specific world regions and specific themes.
- You will have the opportunity to approach the subject from a variety of disciplinary approaches through courses across the School of Social & Political Sciences, School of Law, history and other subjects.
- You will benefit from a number of research and teaching initiatives which touch on important international issues, including Global Security Roundtable, Global Security Network, Glasgow Centre for International Development, Glasgow Refugee, Asylum & Migration Network; and Glasgow Human Rights Network.
- You will be able to participate in a 3-day study trip to Brussels to gain first hand experience on how international relations is done in practice and get access to a highly sought after job market. Past visits have included the European Commission, the European Parliament, NATO, Scotland House, and the World Bank.
- You will gain a wide range of transferrable skills, including how to convey complex ideas and information effectively both orally and in writing, or how to analyse problems in international politics to inform the public debate.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
You will take two core and four optional courses. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and undertake independent research.
Core courses
- INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS THEORY
- RESEARCH DESIGN OR QUANTITATIVE DATA ANALYSIS OR QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS
Optional courses
Your remaining course choices will depend on the pathway you enroll for. The programme currently runs tWO pathways.
Pathway A: MSc International Relations (General Pathway)
In this pathway, you will choose at least three courses (60 credits) from the following:
- FOREIGN POLICY ANALYSIS
- GENDER, RACE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
- GLOBAL MIGRATIONS: HISTORIES, STRUCTURES, EXPERIENCES.
- HUMANITARIAN INTERVENTION: CIVILIAN OR SOVEREIGNTY
- INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATIONS
- INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS RESEARCH
- IR - STRATEGY - THEORY
Pathway B: MSc International Relations (Global Russia)
In this pathway, you will choose at least two courses (40 credits) from the following:
- CONTESTED STATES: THE CAUCASUS SINCE 1991
- DE FACTO STATES IN THE POST-SOVIET SPACE
- THE GEOPOLITICS OF CENTRAL EUROPE
- RETHINKING CENTRAL ASIAN SECURITY
- RUSSIA, CHINA, AND INTERNATIONAL POLITICS OF EURASIA
- RUSSIAN FOREIGN POLICY
- STATEHOOD AND NATIONALITY IN RUSSIA, CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE
You will also have the option to choose one of the three available Russian language courses (40 credits).
You can choose from a wide variety of courses in the School of Social and Political Sciences to achieve the remaining taught credits required to complete the programme. The Politics and International Relations, Central and Eastern European Studies, Sociology and Economic & Social History subjects all run a wide range of courses each academic year.
Programme alteration or discontinuation
The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all programmes as advertised. In exceptional circumstances, however, the University may withdraw or alter a programme. For more information, please see: Student contract.
CAREER PROSPECTS
The programme provides you with key knowledge and analytical tools relevant to a career in a variety of settings related to international relations, such as international and domestic non-governmental organisations, international and regional organisations such as the United Nations or the European Union, government agencies, media, think tanks, or for further academic training and research in a PhD programme. Our programme is supported by the College Employability Office to help students with collaborative dissertation projects, professionalisation of their web presence, job applications and placement. These offerings are supplemented by efforts to build active networks through speaker events, social activities, and alumni events.
Interested in expanding your research skills?
We also offer a MRes International Relations which offers more in-depth training in quantitative and qualitative research methods. If you are considering applying for a PhD or would like to develop your research skills for working in various (international) public, private or third sector jobs, we recommend you apply for the MRes International Relations.
Admission Description
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent in politics, law or related social science subject. We will consider applications from graduates from other fields. We will also take relevant work experience into account.
English language requirements
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)
- 6.5 with no subtests under 6.0.
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
Common equivalent English language qualifications
All stated English tests are acceptable for admission to this programme:
TOEFL (ibt, my best or athome)
- 90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23.
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
PTE (Academic or home)
- 60 with minimum 59 in all sub-tests.
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)
- 176 overall, no subtest less than 169
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months, combined scores from 2 tests sat within 6 months of each other can be considered.
Glasgow International College English Language (and other foundation providers)
- 65%.
- Tests are accepted for academic year following sitting.
University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses
- Tests are accepted for 2 years following date of successful completion.
Alternatives to English Language qualification
- Undergraduate degree from English speaking country (including Canada if taught in English)
- Undergraduate 2+2 degree from English speaking country
- Undergraduate 2+2 TNE degree taught in English in non-English speaking country
- Masters degree from English speaking country
- Masters degree (equivalent on NARIC to UK masters degree) taught in English in non-English speaking country.
For international students, the Home Office has confirmed that the University can choose to use these tests to make its own assessment of English language ability for visa applications to degree level programmes. The University is also able to accept UKVI approved Secure English Language Tests (SELT) but we do not require a specific UKVI SELT for degree level programmes. We therefore still accept any of the English tests listed for admission to this programme.
Pre-sessional courses
The University of Glasgow accepts evidence of the required language level from the English for Academic Study Unit Pre-sessional courses. We also consider other BALEAP accredited pre-sessional courses:
- School of Modern Languages and Cultures: English for Academic Study
- BALEAP guide to accredited courses
For further information about English language requirements, please contact the Recruitment and International Office using our enquiry form
International students
We are proud of our diverse University community which attracts students and staff from over 140 different countries.
Other Details
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Program Type: Full Time
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Study Type: Regular
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Key Point: International Relations
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Category: International Relations
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University of Glasgow
| Starting Date: | Submission deadline | Status |
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| January 2022 | July 2022 | Open Now |
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