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Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies at University of Glasgow - UCAS

University of Glasgow

Degree level: Postgraduate

Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies (Research)

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2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Course summary

The programme offers ESRC accredited training in language-based area studies, as well as advanced training in qualitative and quantitative methods, specialised area studies research training, and language training in one of the region's languages. WHY THIS PROGRAMME

  • The programme is intended for those who wish to pursue a research-based career in the region, with or without the completion of a PhD.
  • Annual scholarships are available for the language-based area studies pathways on a 2+3 (MRes + intensive language training to advanced level + PhD), 1+3 (MRes or intensive language training to advanced level + PhD) and +3 (PhD only) models, depending on your prior qualifications.
  • The University Library holds one of the best Russian, Central and East European collections in the world.
  • We have active postgraduate training links with thirteen overseas partner institutions in eleven countries. They visit to provide research master classes and participate in seminars.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE You will take four core courses and submit a 12,000-15,000 word dissertation. Core Courses Language (Czech, Hungarian, Polish, Russian) Qualitative methods for social scientists Quantitative data analysis Research design. Cultural history of communism Contested states: The Caucasus since 1991 De facto states in the Post-Soviet space Media and democratisation in Central and Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union Rethinking Central Asian security Russian foreign policy Russia, China and international politics of Eurasia Statehood and nationality in Russia, Central and Eastern Europe The geopolitics of Central Europe. Yugoslavia and After: themes and controversies Note: Some languages and courses might not be available every year. You may also be able to choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences. Language training is offered over a range of levels from beginners to advanced. If you are a native speaker or have a degree in one of the region’s languages, you will take an additional course instead.

How to apply

International applicants

International applicant information can be found via gla.ac.uk by searching for 'international'. Classes start September 2023 and you may be expected to attend induction sessions the week before.

Entry requirements

2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent in a relevant social science or humanities subject. Applicants from other subject backgrounds, however, will be considered. This one-year masters programme is eligible for a new, streamlined visa application process.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

All fees are published on the University of Glasgow website. https://www.gla.ac.uk/postgraduate/feesandfunding/

Sponsorship information

Sponsorship and funding information can be found via gla.ac.uk by searching for 'scholarships'.

Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies at University of Glasgow - UCAS