Global Migrations and Social Justice

University of Glasgow

Overview

Why this programme

• The Global Migrations and Social Justice programme of the University of Glasgow   combines social theory with research methods and tools and enables students to develop applied knowledge in the field.
• The Masters draws on a wealth of staff expertise on migration that covers a broad thematic and geographical spectrum.
• We have strong links with the Glasgow Refugee, Asylum and Migration Network (GRAMNet). Founded in 2010, GRAMnet is an internationally recognised research network based at the University of Glasgow that brings together researchers and practitioners, NGOs and policy makers working with migrants, refugees and asylum seekers in Scotland and beyond.

Career prospects

On completing the programme, you will be equipped to apply your learning to a wide range of opportunities locally, nationally and internationally. This might include working with policy-making bodies, local and national governments, community organisations, NGOs and third sector organisations. The emphasis on applied learning makes this programme relevant to a range of professional settings where graduates may be working with asylum seekers, refugees and migrants, for example in education, social work, housing, equalities, campaigning and advocacy work, community development, human rights advocacy work, social research. It will also provide the necessary foundations for further study through doctoral research.