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MSc Political Research at University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom

Programme overview

An MSc exploring methodological approaches and their application to real-life political problems, building transferable skills in research design and a range of research methods.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences  |  Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory classes are Principles of Research Design, Quantitative Methods 1, Quantitative Methods 2 and Qualitative Methods, plus two electives such as Comparative Political Economy, Feminism & International Relations, Policy Analysis, European Governance and Political Behaviour.

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Entry requirements

First-class or second-class honours degree, or international equivalent, in a social science. International applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5 (University of Strathclyde standard postgraduate requirement; other recognised English tests are accepted). Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements can take the Pre-Masters Preparation Course at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre (non-UK/Ireland students).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,700 a year (2027/28). Full-time; same for Scotland, England, Wales & Northern Ireland Source

International applicants: GBP 24,950 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September

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

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