MSc Human Rights & International Politics at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

An interdisciplinary master's analysing the place of individual human rights in an international system where states' rights have traditionally been paramount, combining legal and political perspectives. It includes a five-day study trip to Geneva to visit the UN and human rights organisations.

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Three core courses (Human Rights and Global Politics; Introduction to Human Rights Theories and Politics: A Critical Perspective; Research Design for Politics and International Relations), three optional courses (e.g. Conflict Analysis, Global Migrations, International Human Rights Law, The Ethics of War and Peace) and an MSc dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates enter government and foreign ministries, intergovernmental organisations, NGOs and higher education in human rights and international politics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours degree (or non-UK equivalent) in any Social Science, Humanities or Arts subject; 2:2 degrees may sometimes be accepted. Work experience connected to Human Rights, Politics or Law may be considered; a CV is required. Applicants below 2:1 or in a non-related subject must provide a personal statement on motivation and preparation. English language (international applicants from non-majority English-speaking countries): IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0 (other accepted tests include TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic test centre, Cambridge C1/C2; tests must be within 2 years 5 months of start and a single test must meet the requirement).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,481 for the whole programme (2027/28). Home & RUK full-time fee Source

International applicants: GBP 28,275 for the whole programme (2027/28). International & EU full-time fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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