Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
Here's what you will need to get a place on the International Relations with Quantitative Methods (SocSci) course at University of Glasgow.
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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
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
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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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Teaching on my course
88%
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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
81%
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How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
93%
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How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
87%
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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
91%
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Learning opportunities
76%
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To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
83%
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How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
77%
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How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
69%
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To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
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To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
67%
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Assessment and feedback
68%
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How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
76%
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How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
76%
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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
57%
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How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
65%
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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
64%
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Academic support
82%
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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
81%
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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
84%
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Organisation and management
72%
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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
70%
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How well organised is your course?
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Learning resources
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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
80%
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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
92%
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How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
83%
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Student voice
66%
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How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
45%
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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
81%
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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
70%
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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
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Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.
79%
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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
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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.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
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| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Government and Politics | A | |||||
| History | A | |||||
| English Literature | A | |||||
| Mathematics | A | |||||
| Economics | A | |||||
Facts and figures about University of Glasgow graduates who took International Relations with Quantitative Methods (SocSci) - or another course in the same subject area.
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 from University of Glasgow graduates who took International Relations with Quantitative Methods (SocSci) - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£23k
First year after graduation
£27k
Third year after graduation
£31k
Fifth year after graduation
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