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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

International Relations with Quantitative Methods (SocSci)

University of Glasgow

(4.2)
543 reviews

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Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: L2G3

Here's what University of Glasgow says about its International Relations with Quantitative Methods (SocSci) course.

International relations is the study of how states and national societies interact across borders, especially in the areas of political, military, economic and cultural relations.

Why study this course at the University of Glasgow?

Glasgow has a growing reputation for its research and teaching in the field of international relations, particularly in global security and conflict, as well as specialties in regional and area studies in Russia, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, China, and the Middle East. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of international relations and its relationship to politics and will be taught by leading academics who are experts in their fields. Studying International Relations at Glasgow can be taken in partnership with the Glasgow Q-Step ‘with Quantitative Methods’ pathway to give you more opportunities to develop your quantitative research skills. If you opt for the "International Relations with Quantitative Methods’ pathway (UCAS code L2G3) you would take five courses on planning research, data collection and analysis, as well as programming skills. These build skills sought after by employers and enhance your understanding of research.

Career Prospects?

This exciting programme will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. You will develop your research and analytical skills, writing abilities, and capacity to communicate and deliver oral presentations effectively. Popular career destinations for our graduates include the civil and foreign service, local government, the charity sector, international organisations, teaching, and business.

Source: University of Glasgow

Course details

Qualification

Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

Department

College of Social Sciences

Location

Gilmorehill (Main) Campus | Glasgow

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Politics

Start date

14 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

University of Glasgow reviews

(4.2)
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Glasgow students who took the International Relations with Quantitative Methods (SocSci) course - or another course in the same subject area.

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

81%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

93%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

87%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

91%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

83%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

77%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

69%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

85%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

67%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

76%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

76%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

57%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

65%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

64%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

81%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

84%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

70%

low

How well organised is your course?

75%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

80%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

92%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

83%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

45%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

81%

low

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

70%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

66%

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Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.

79%

low

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

63%

low

Student information

See who's studying at University of Glasgow. These students are taking International Relations with Quantitative Methods (SocSci) or another course from the same subject area.

Politics
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female57%Male42%Other1%
Where students come from
International17%UK83%
Student performance
2:1 or above74%
Number of students1,040
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
Government and PoliticsA
HistoryA
English LiteratureA
MathematicsA
EconomicsA
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of Glasgow graduates who took International Relations with Quantitative Methods (SocSci) - or another course in the same subject area.

Politics

Graduate statistics

65%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

89%

In work, study or other activity

65%

Say it fits with future plans

60%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

20%

Business and public service associate professionals

15%

Administrative occupations

10%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

10%

Finance Professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Glasgow graduates who took International Relations with Quantitative Methods (SocSci) - or another course in the same subject area.

Politics

Earnings

£23k

First year after graduation

£27k

Third year after graduation

£31k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to International Relations with Quantitative Methods (SocSci).

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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