52 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Neurodiversity programme offered at University of the West of Scotland is a fully online postgraduate degree designed for professionals across all professional walks of life including, health, social care and education. 

The Educational Studies programme at the University of the West of Scotland is a one-year, full-time MEd course designed for professionals. This public study mode degree focuses on global perspectives and intercultural education, helping students progress into leadership roles within the diverse field of education.

The Banking and Finance programme at the University of the West of Scotland is a specialist MBA delivered over three terms. This public study mode course provides advanced training in financial systems and management. It is designed to prepare ambitious professionals for high-level leadership roles within the global financial sector.

The Policy Analysis and Global Governance programme at the University of the West of Scotland is a master's level course delivered in Paisley. This one-year, full-time degree type focuses on evaluating how diverse organisations tackle international issues. It is also available via part-time study for public applicants.

The Quality Management MSc at the University of the West of Scotland is a professional programme delivered full-time or part-time in public mode. This master degree focuses on strategic leadership and customer satisfaction, equipping students with technical skills for industrial or service sectors over one to two years.

The Forensic Mental Health MSc at the University of the West of Scotland is a specialised postgraduate programme delivered fully online. Over three years, students engage in advanced study of offender care. This public study mode course is the only Master's of its kind in Scotland, designed for health and justice professionals.

The Big Data MSc at the University of the West of Scotland is a specialist master programme designed for the modern digital economy. This one-year full-time course, also available via part-time study mode, equips students with advanced technical skills to manage and analyse complex datasets within diverse global organisations.

The MSc Cyber Security at University of the West of Scotland is a specialist master's programme designed to tackle modern digital threats. This full-time or part-time course focuses on data and network protection. Students gain advanced technical expertise through practical training in purpose-built university laboratories.

The International Events Management M.Sc. at the University of the West of Scotland is a comprehensive postgraduate programme. Delivered in a full-time study mode over one to two years, this course prepares students for global leadership roles in the professional events sector through strategic and practical training.

The Leading People-Centred Integrated Care MSc at the University of the West of Scotland is a master's level programme delivered fully online. Designed for working professionals in health and social care, this part-time course lasts three years and focuses on transforming service delivery through an integrated lens.

The Advanced Drone Technology programme offered at University of the West of Scotland is an innovative, future-focused programme created to address the growing need for specialists in autonomous drone systems.

The Sustainable Technology and Energy MSc at the University of the West of Scotland is a one-year, full-time programme delivered in a public study mode. It focuses on crosscutting skills in energy generation and storage, preparing graduates for the global shift towards circular economy principles and net-zero targets.

The Digital Marketing MSc at the University of the West of Scotland is a career-focused programme designed for the global sector. This public study mode course lasts 1 to 2 years, providing essential practical skills and theoretical knowledge to address the industry skills shortage and prepare you for senior roles.

The One Health - Environment, Animal and Human Disease M.Sc. at the University of the West of Scotland is a one-year, full-time programme. This public study mode course explores the vital links between human, animal, and environmental health, preparing students to tackle complex global health challenges in modern society.

The M.Sc. Contemporary Alcohol and Drug Studies at the University of the West of Scotland is a one-year, full-time programme delivered in a public study mode. It uses social science to examine substance use, policy, and harm reduction. Students develop high-level research skills to influence global practice in this vital field.

The Information Technology with Data Analytics M.Sc. at the University of the West of Scotland is a one-year, full-time programme designed for non-IT graduates. This public course develops expertise in computational data modelling and statistical analysis, providing essential skills for the modern digital economy.

The Professional Practice programme offered at University of the West of Scotland provides a personal, tailored learning experience, blending personal development with academic studies where you build your own programme of study.

The Cognitive Behavioural Therapy programme offered at University of the West of Scotland offers training for mental health professionals who wish to use CBT in their practice.

The Accounting and Finance programme offered at University of the West of Scotland equips you with the essential skills to thrive in the dynamic world of business.

The Finance with Data Analytics programme offered at University of the West of Scotland offers a comprehensive and applied postgraduate education that integrates core finance knowledge with advanced data analytics skills.