Course summary
If you're looking for work in the public sector, the third sector or with non-governmental organisations our MSc in Politics is the course for you. It's also excellent preparation for PhD work in politics or in the social sciences. You'll study a range of compulsory and elective classes which will give you an advanced understanding of the study of politics. You'll learn about the design and implementation of advanced research projects in political science. You'll also learn about social sciences more generally.
Modules
Compulsory classes: Principles of Research Design, Quantitative Methods 1 OR Qualitative Methods. Optional classes (choose four of the following): Feminism and International Relations, European Governance, Comparative Political Economy, Contemporary International Relations, Debating International Relations Theory, International Institutions and Regimes, Comparative Political Institutions, Comparative Public Policy, Quantitative Methods 1 (if not chosen from list above), Quantitative Methods 2, Qualitative Methods (if not chosen from list above), Contemporary Security Challenges and Responses.
Assessment method
Methods of assessment include written assignments, blogs, podcasts, practical team projects, presentations, individual projects, and exams. Most modules involve more than one method of assessment to help you realise your potential. These account for two-thirds of the total assessment. Your dissertation, produced over the summer, accounts for the remaining third.
Entry requirements
First or upper second-class Honours degree, or equivalent, in social science.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Scotland | £7100 | Year 1 |
| England | £7100 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7100 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7100 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £7100 | Year 1 |
| International | £16000 | Year 1 |
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
For information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the programme details on the University of Strathclyde website.
Sponsorship information
There are several scholarship opportunities available for students applying for this course. Please see website for further details.
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ