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MSc Politics
University of Strathclyde

MSc Politics

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Full time | John Anderson Campus | 1 year | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Politics

Course Summary

Study with us gain advanced understanding of the study of politics learn to design and conduct research projects in political sciencebenefit from the input of guest lecturers and visiting academicsexcellent preparation for PhD in politics or the social sciencestaught by leading international scholars of elections, public opinion, and political parties. Why this course? If you are 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. The Department of Government & Public Policy has a number of research centres that relate to the topics covered and the content of the course. For example, the European Policies Research Centre is a leading hub for the study of regional development policy and collection of such data in Europe, a centre that is of increasing importance in the wake of Brexit. Specialised policy centres focused on health and energy – such as the Centre for Energy Policy – also add to the applied policy environment at Strathclyde. The Institute for Future Cities' City Observatory, located in Strathclyde’s award-winning Technology & Innovation Centre, uses data to understand and address urban problems. The University also has many centres and institutes with projects that incorporate European governance and political issues, such as the Fraser of Allander Institute. Want to hear more? Head over to YouTube to watch our video of Dr Mark Shepherd discussing why you should study this course.

Modules

Principles of Research Design - Core
This class covers key research design issues and enables you to evaluate alternative research designs and create appropriate research proposals. The class is designed to help you decide a research topic and a design that you will use for your dissertation. Topics covered include formulating research questions, developing concepts, and how to select cases to study.
Qualitative Methods - Core
Quantitative Methods 1 - Core
Comparative Political Economy - Optional
Comparative Public Policy - Optional
Contemporary International Relations - Optional
Debating International Relations Theory - Optional
European Governance - Optional
Feminism and International Relations - Optional
International Institutions and Regimes - Optional
Policy Analysis - Optional
Quantitative Methods 2 - Optional

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,550

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£21,550

Entry requirements

First or upper second-class Honours degree, or equivalent, in social science.

University information

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The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological university that offers a diverse portfolio of taught and research postgraduate courses. With more than 30,000 students from over 140 countries studying at the university, Strathclyde is home to a vibrant and diverse learning community. Innovative research is at the heart of everything Strathclyde do, and almost 90% of the university’s research was rated ‘world leading’...more

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