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258 Master's degrees in Political Science in United Kingdom
Global Futures Geopolitics and Security
An MSc in Global Futures Geopolitics and Security at Royal Holloway, University of London equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to tackle these era-defining issues, to mitigate the impact of potential crises, and to reflect critically and creatively on the strategies and techniques which seek to keep us secure.
International Relations and War
The International Relations and War MA at King's College London offers a comprehensive exploration of global conflict dynamics. This online course allows students to balance their studies with personal and professional commitments, ensuring flexibility. The programme is designed to equip graduates with critical analytical skills essential for understanding international relations.

Politics and International Relations (East Asia)
The Politics and International Relations (East Asia) programme from SOAS University of London applicants should apply for MSc Politics and International Relations but can decide to follow the East Asia pathway upon arrival by choosing the pathway's required combination of modules.
Social Science
The Social Science programme of the University of Aberdeen offers you the opportunity to develop advanced social science research skills.

Peace and Conflict Studies
Join the Peace and Conflict Studies programme from the University of York and develop an in-depth understanding of the nature of contemporary armed conflicts, transitions from war to peace, and challenges of post-war peacebuilding.

International Relations and World Order (Distance learning)
Can’t make it to campus? In this International Relations and World Order (Distance learning) degree offered at the University of Leicester, you can still explore how international relations have progressed in the post-Cold War period, as well as the challenges facing the new ‘World Order’ today.

Ideology and Discourse Analysis
Questions concerning the impact of ideological and symbolic processes on the formation of political discourses, identities and communities are of crucial importance. All of these are covered within the Ideology and Discourse Analysis degree from University of Essex.

Political Communication
On the Political Communication programme of the University of Glasgow is designed to give students an advanced understanding of the interplay between politics, the media, civil society, and public opinion.
European and International Politics and Policy
Gain advanced knowledge of European politics, policy-making, and research skills with our multidisciplinary programme. Join a global community of experts. Learn more at the European and International Politics and Policy programme from London School of Economics and Political Science.
Politics and Social Justice
The MSc Politics and Social Justice programme at University of the West of Scotland will develop your knowledge, understanding and critical engagement with key issues, trends, processes and developments in international politics as it intersects with social justice.
Equity and Diversity in Society
This Equity and Diversity in Society Master’s Programme from the University of Wales Trinity Saint David will extend professional knowledge and understanding and aims to develop reflective/reflexive practitioners through an integrated set of compulsory modules.
Political Sociology
Look beyond the cut and thrust of daily politics to examine the underlying forces behind political or social change. Learn more at the Political Sociology programme from London School of Economics and Political Science.
Global Risk and Resilience
This Global Risk and Resilience programme from the University of Cambridge provides students with a toolkit of concepts, methods, and approaches to understand and mitigate global risk.

Political Science
The Political Science programme from University of Essex gives a general overview of such topics, and as our most flexible postgraduate course offers you a very wide choice of optional modules. You explore the main theoretical approaches to the study of politics and look at what the basic theoretical framework required to conduct research in political science is.
Political Economy (Standard Route)
The MA in Political Economy (Standard Route) programme at The University of Manchester offers a cross-disciplinary curriculum of study in political economy.
Politics
Politics from Birkbeck, University of London is an advanced postgraduate research degree that requires original research and the submission of a substantial dissertation of 60,000 to 100,000 words.
Strategic Studies
The Strategic Studies programme of the University of Aberdeen provides you with advanced understanding of the use of force in conflict.
Political Science - Democracy and Elections (Research Route)
Democracy should not be taken for granted. On the Political Science - Democracy and Elections (Research Route) master’s course at The University of Manchester, you’ll learn to think creatively about how to enhance its effectiveness and engage the electorate.

Political Economy
If you are interested in how institutions shape the behaviour of political actors and how political decisions influence markets and vice versa, then you will profit from the Political Economy degree from University of Essex.

The Politics of Conflict and Violence
The Politics of Conflict and Violence degree offered at the University of Leicester will provide you with the skills and resources necessary to ask critical questions about the politics of conflict and violence in the modern world.