Overview

This master’s degree develops a critical understanding of the changing nature of international politics within the context of globalisation and inequalities including linkages between different levels of governance (from local to global) and the growth of non-state actors operating at a global level.

The MSc Politics and Social Justice degree has been designed to be flexible and allows for part-time and full-time study, while also blending on-campus, and online delivery techniques.

The MSc comprises five core and one optional taught, 20-credit modules followed by a 60-credit research dissertation.

Jobs

The MSc Politics and Social Justice at University of the West of Scotland equips you for employment in a number of sectors, particularly (but not exclusively) within the public sector and the civil service, international organisations and advocacy.

Further study

The MSc Politics and Social Justice also provides the academic foundation for you to base further, doctoral studies on after completing the master’s degree.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Policy Analysis and Practice
The State, Globalisation and Social Justice
Applied Research Methods in Social Sciences
Contemporary Social Issues
Politics, Civil Society and Social Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00

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More details

Most courses don't have a formal closing date, but they will close when they are full; apply early to avoid disappointment.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Paisley, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Political Science Social Policy View 131 other Masters in Social Policy in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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59

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should normally hold a relevant Honours degree at 2:2 or above in any of the subjects below:

Any social science
Medicine
Health
Law
Social work

You will also be considered if you have a degree in another discipline or other professional training or experience relevant to course specialisms. In order to demonstrate your academic ability you will be required to complete written work and may be invited to attend an interview prior to acceptance.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16275 GBP / year

≈ 16275 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

7500 GBP / year

≈ 7500 GBP / year

Additional Details

Rest of UK/Ireland: 11750 GBP

Living costs

Paisley

United Kingdom

700 - 1400 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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