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- International Relations/Sociology (SocSci) - MA (Hons)
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Qualification
Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
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Location
University of Glasgow - Gilmorehill (Main) Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
15-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
International Relations is the study of how states and national societies interact across borders, especially in the areas of political, military, economic and cultural relations.Glasgow has a growing reputation for its research and teaching in the field of international relations, particularly in global security and conflict, as well as specialties in regional and area studies in Russia, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, China, and the Middle East. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of international relations and its relationship to politics, and will be taught by leading academics who are experts in their fields. Like all disciplines in the social sciences, International Relations is a subject that is open to interpretation and debate. Our methods of teaching are based largely on classroom dialogue and debate. You will attend lectures that identify important themes in international relations and then explore these themes in depth during seminars.This exciting programme will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. You will develop your research and analytical skills, writing abilities, and capacity to communicate and deliver oral presentations effectively. Popular career destinations for our graduates include the civil and foreign service, local government, the charity sector, international organisations, teaching, business and the armed forces.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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- Republic of Ireland
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- Zimbabwe
£ 25,290per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
31st
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Campus address
University of Glasgow - Gilmorehill (Main) Campus, University Of Glasgow, University Avenue, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G12 8QQ, United Kingdom
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
16th out of 74 3
6th out of 101 2
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Entry standards
/ Max 217203 93%3rd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10079.0 79%21st
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.07 77%45th
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Entry standards
/ Max 210210 100%1st
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10073.0 73%11th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.99 75%78th
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