Overview

Key facts

Drawing on a range of different disciplinary approaches – from Political Science, International Relations , Area Studies, and Economic and Social History – the International Relations programme of the University of Glasgow will survey the major contemporary challenges in world politics. In particular, it will focus on relations between state and non-state actors in the context of a globalized and interdependent world.
The programme will also provide research training that will encompass both research skills and methodologies.
The programme will conclude with a dissertation. This focused piece of work will permit you to develop your own ideas and demonstrate your capacity for original thought; while also building on the themes and issues covered in the full range of courses.
The programme provides you with:

a comprehensive programme of study reflecting a broad picture of global politics in the 21st century.

opportunities to reflect on theoretical and conceptual approaches to global politics

knowledge of a range of relevant disciplinary and interdisciplinary approaches to the study of world politics derived from the social sciences and humanities.
Career prospects
Career opportunities include positions in higher education, government/foreign ministry, intergovernmental organisations, non-governmental organisations, think tanks; and further study at PhD level.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Relations Theory

Challenges in International Politics

Globalization in the Modern Economy

Comparative European Politics

Russian Foreign Policy

EU in International Politics and Development

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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90

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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6.5

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General requirements

To apply as a student of Chinese Nationality:

Students register online for the China National Postgraduate Entrance Examination and select their desired JGS MSc programme.

Students sit the National Entrance Exam

Once the results are released, students are selected for joint interviews by Nankai University and the University of Glasgow. Students must fulfil the requirements for both universities.

To apply as a student of non Chinese Nationality:

Please apply through the International Office of Nankai University

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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