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PostgraduateMSc

Human Rights & International Politics

University of Glasgow
Glasgow, Scotland
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1 yearDuration
£1,263Per Year (Intl)
£11,367Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MSc Human Rights & International Politics at University of Glasgow is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about upholding justice and legal frameworks. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The Masters in Human Rights & International Politics offers a thorough academic analysis of one of the most salient and pressing issues in the contemporary world: the place of individual human rights in a system of international relations in which states’ rights have traditionally been paramount. WHY THIS PROGRAMME - If you plan a career with non-governmental organisations, in related domestic, European and other global institutions, or in higher education, or want to learn more about human rights and international politics, this programme is designed for you. - You will have the opport... International tuition fees are £1,263 per year, home/UK fees are £11,367 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £27,500 within three years, a 99% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

WHY THIS PROGRAMME
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Core courses
Optional courses may include
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Social Sciences, Politics Law, Geography, History, Development Studies, Humanities subjects such as Philosophy, English literature, Languages and Theology would also be acceptable. Work experience may be considered and should show a connection to Human Rights, Politics or Law. If your degree background is in a subject other than those listed above, please provide a personal statement with your application (500 words). Your personal statement

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic65

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£1,263

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£1,263

Home Student Fee

£11,367

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
30%Studying
15%Work & Study
25%Professional Jobs
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About University of Glasgow

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