Postgraduate Prospectus 2013

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Welcome

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Welcome to this guide to postgraduate study at the University of Glasgow. Whether you are planning to do a taught or research programme, one thing is clear youre focused on your future. And so are we.
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About us A research powerhouse Get more out of Glasgow Going out in Glasgow Our campus in Dumfries Your Scotland Student services World-class collections Planning for your career Funding your studies International students Our colleges Arts Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences Science & Engineering Social Sciences Indexes Important information 24 74 112 144 188 192 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 Glasgow is a university which is steeped in history and tradition, immensely proud of its past but focused on an exciting future. Our staff are among the best in the world dedicated, passionate individuals renowned for their leading-edge research whose skill lies not only in the expertise of their subject, but in being able to convey this knowledge to their students. Whether you live locally or are thinking of coming here from afar, Glasgow offers an open and warm welcome. The people here are genuine and approachable, so youll find plenty of like-minded people to share your ideas and interests with. At Glasgow we attract talented students from home and overseas and offer the opportunities and experience to make the most of their abilities. As a postgraduate student here you will study and socialise with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and from across the globe building friendships and networks that can last a lifetime. And because we want you not only to benefit from a stimulating educational experience but also to have the confidence to realise your ambitions for the future we make every effort to ensure you can enjoy a whole range of opportunities above and beyond your postgraduate study. We are continually developing our workrelated learning opportunities and encouraging entrepreneurship: you can undertake voluntary work, become involved in student organisations and societies, and take advantage of a whole range of services which help you build and develop your own particular set of skills. It is no surprise that employers actively seek out our graduates. Choose Glasgow and you will be equipped with the knowledge, skills and experience to form the foundation of a successful career.

Visit Glasgow
www.glasgow.ac.uk/visit We offer many opportunities for you to visit us and find out about the University. Open Day: There will be an Open Day for prospective postgraduate students on Friday 9 November 2012. Plan your own visit: If you cannot attend the Open Day you are welcome to visit the University at a time that suits you, to gather information and see the sights of our beautiful campus. Campus tour video: If you are unable to visit our campus for yourself, you can view our Campus Tour video. Watch one of our Student Ambassadors guide a group of prospective students and parents around our main campus. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/campustourvideo.

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Overview

About us
The University of Glasgow is the fourth-oldest university in the English-speaking world. Since opening our doors in 1451, weve dedicated our time to inspiring great minds, from the father of economics, Adam Smith, to outstanding 19thcentury physicist Lord Kelvin. Over the years weve created a learning environment that fosters wisdom and respect. So we understand that when youre thinking about where to study youll want to take your time and choose wisely.
Rankings Glasgow is ranked highly in both UK and international league tables. Top International Student Barometer 2011 14th Guardian University Guide 2013 15th Times Good University Guide 2013 17th Independent Complete University Guide 2013 59th QS World University Rankings 2011
We know that youll be looking for a university that provides a broad choice of subjects, excellent teaching standards and superb facilities. Youll also want to study somewhere with an international reputation, high graduate employment rates and a top-quality student lifestyle in a special location. These things are important and, because we respect the needs of our postgraduate students, youll find they all form part of the Glasgow experience. So if you choose to study with us, youll be part of a university ranked in the top 1% of the world; learn from pioneering academics whose research is internationally recognised; join a student population made up of over 23,000 people from more than 120 countries; find first-class facilities for sport, one of the best libraries in Europe and a new student services building where you can get advice on everything from careers to council tax; benefit from living in the UKs third-largest city and Scotlands largest with a renowned music scene, excellent shopping, a wealth of arts and cultural venues, and friendly nightlife, all on your doorstep. These are some of the reasons why the International Student Barometer ranks us top in the UK for overall student satisfaction.

Learn from our experience

We offer an inspiring range of postgraduate taught and research programmes, which can help you to further your career. The combination of an international reputation for research and a range of high-quality facilities means youll get the postgraduate experience you deserve. Postgraduate taught programmes Postgraduate taught degrees have a set amount of contact time with the programme providers. This takes the form of seminars, tutorials and lectures. Taught programmes can lead to the award of Postgraduate Diplomas and Certificates, and Masters degrees. Taught Masters degrees usually last for one year (fulltime study) and the final assessment is often based on the submission of a research-based dissertation. Most Postgraduate Diplomas last for nine months full-time. Postgraduate Certificates generally last for four to five months full-time. Many Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma programmes are available on a part-time basis. Many of our postgraduate taught programmes allow you to work beyond traditional subject boundaries in order to address important questions such as the ecological and sustainability issues facing the planet today and building knowledge of our rapidly changing social and political environment. Postgraduate research opportunities Postgraduate research degrees can generally be divided into Research Masters degrees and Doctorates. Postgraduate research degrees are often aimed at people who already have a Masters degree. The University offers postgraduate degrees by research of various durations. Students undertake a research project under the guidance of an academic supervisor and, unlike a postgraduate degree by coursework and dissertation, there are no formal lectures or seminars and work is not formally examined until after the final thesis is submitted. Our graduate schools offer induction programmes and skills training opportunities for all research students to support their studies and to help with career planning.

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Entry requirements
Applicants for the majority of postgraduate degrees should have obtained at least a 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent) unless otherwise stated. In some cases work experience is also taken into account.

How to apply
Before starting your application we strongly recommend that you visit the University of Glasgows website and review any relevant information for prospective postgraduate students on the appropriate graduate school web pages.

General English language requirements IELTS 6.5 (with no subtest less than 6.0). For the College of Arts: IELTS 7.0 (with no subtest less than 7.0). iBT TOEFL 92 (with no subtest less than 20). Cambridge ESOL Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) B minimum or Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) C minimum. Pearson Test of English (academic) 60 (with no subtest less than 59). See www.glasgow.ac.uk/international/english languagerequirements for more information.

Our main piece of advice is, if you come, be prepared to fall in love with it: the buildings, the unions, the atmosphere and, most of all, the people. Virgin Guide to British Universities 2011

When to apply
Many research programmes begin in October each year and applications should be submitted before 31 July if possible. Deadlines have been introduced for applications to our postgraduate taught programmes. International applications (non-EU): Friday, 19 July 2013 UK and EU applications: Friday, 23 August 2013 Classes start on 16 September 2013 (provisional date) for most programmes and youll be expected to attend induction sessions the week before. Master of Veterinary Public Health International applications (non-EU): Thursday, 27 June 2013 UK and EU applications: Friday, 9 August 2013 Classes start on 2 September 2013 (provisional date). Some science and engineering programmes also have a January intake. International applications (non-EU): Friday, 29 November 2013 UK and EU applications: Friday, 13 December 2013

Apply online
The online application is the quickest and easiest way of applying to the University. The system allows you to fill out the standard application form online and submit this to the University immediately. www.glasgow.ac.uk/postgraduate/ howtoapplyforataughtdegree/applyonline www.glasgow.ac.uk/research/opportunities/ howtoapplyforaresearchdegree You can attach supporting documents including references, certificates and a transcript of previous studies. There are instructions throughout the online form to help you complete your application. Before submitting, you may save and return to your application as many times as you wish within 42 days. Essential documents Final or current degree transcripts Degree certificates Two references on headed paper (academic or professional) A copy of your passport (photopage) non-EU applicants only Any additional specific requirements such as research proposals or samples of written work, which may vary by graduate school. For details of these specific requirements please refer to the relevant graduate school website. Applicants whose first language (or the language of instruction for their first degree) is not English are required to include evidence of their English language ability.

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Research

A research powerhouse
The University of Glasgow has more than 2,000 active researchers, and an impressive 75% of academic staff contribute to subjects where the majority of research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent. Our total earnings for research and related services are 180m and were in the UKs top ten earners for research.

Our RAE results reflect the strategies pursued to build and support a world-leading research base, a team of internationally excellent researchers and a highquality postgraduate research environment. Professor Steve Beaumont,

All these figures add up to one thing making discoveries that matter is our number one priority.

Making connections
One thing weve learned is that the key to moving forward is working together. Weve been making connections with leading academic establishments around the world, so that you can reap the benefits. Our partnership institutions include: Universidad del Salvador, Argentina Universiti of Brunei Darussalam, Brunei University of British Columbia, Canada Pontificia Universidad Catlica de Chile, Chile Fudan University, Xian Jiaotong University, Nankai University, Tianjin University, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Southwestern University of Finance and Economics and Sun Yat-Sen University, China Universidad de los Andes, Colombia University of Hong Kong and Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, and University of Delhi, India University of Tokyo and Hitotsubashi University, Japan Korea University, Korea Al-Fateh University of Medical Sciences, Libya University of Malaya and Universiti of Putra Malaysia, Malaysia Tecnolgico de Monterrey, Mexico Hazara University COMSATS and Quaid-iAzam University, Pakistan St Petersburg State University, Russia King Saud University, Saudi Arabia National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore King Mongkuts Institute of Technology, Thailand Makerere University, Uganda Columbia University, USA. We are keen to promote the development of international research relationships between academics. Where appropriate these relationships can be fostered through the training and development provided to our postgraduate students.

Dont just take our word for it

The Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) aims to provide the most thorough and reliable reflection of the quality of research being conducted by universities across the UK. Here are just some of the subjects at Glasgow that have received the most recent RAE (2008) seal of approval: History of Art is top in the UK, while our Vet School has been rated joint top in the UK. Both Accounting & Finance and Cancer Studies are rated in the UK top five. In addition a further 14 subjects at the University are rated in the top ten in the UK and 14 subjects are rated top in Scotland.

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Strength in numbers
Glasgow is a member of the prestigious Russell Group of the top 24 research universities in the UK. The group aims to ensure that this elite fellowship continues to thrive and make a real difference to society through pioneering research and teaching. Glasgow is also a founder member of Universitas 21, an international group of universities setting worldwide standards for higher education, and a member of IRUN (International Research Universities Network), a global group of broadbased research universities.

Wastewater treatment is a power-sapping process, consuming about 5% of the UKs energy output each year. Synthetic biologist Dr Susan Rosser is working on a solution that will not only reduce this energy burden, but also help to bring clean water and electricity to all. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/susanrosser

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Glasgows greats The University of Glasgow has a history of producing high achievers. Here are just some of them. Seven Nobel Prize winners, including: Professor Robert Edwards, awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 2010 for his work on fertilisation Sir William Ramsay (18521916), awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his discovery of inert gases, which established a new group in the periodic table John Boyd Orr (18801971), awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his work on world nutrition with the United Nations.

Netting the benefits of research collaboration

A network of policymakers, campaigners, activists and academic researchers in Glasgow is helping to create a better understanding of the needs and experiences of migrants, refugees and asylum-seekers in Scotland. The Glasgow Refugee, Asylum & Migration Network (GRAMNet) is co-convened by Professor Rebecca Kay and Professor Alison Phipps. It takes inspiration from the particular ways women work in order to offer an innovative way forward for leadership and collaboration in research. We were keen to show that leadership could work in ways that we have experienced in participatory womens groups, through the kinds of projects that allow people to come on board and feel that they have a voice, and that they can make a contribution, Professor Phipps explains. GRAMNet has a growing number of representatives and knowledge exchange partners both from within and beyond the University, from postgraduates to professors, from the Scottish Refugee Council to Glasgow City Council, from the Equality Network to Oxfam. Weve spent a lot of time talking with people all over Glasgow about how we can make meaningful links between them, Professor Kay says. For example, weve got a consultancy project with the Black and Ethnic Minorities Infrastructure Scotland and the Equality Network. They had received external funding to look at issues for LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) asylum-seekers and refugees and they came to us looking for some help with both the literature review and also their methodologies. Elsewhere, Professor Phipps has been involved in creating a link between linguists in the Universities of Glasgow and Melbourne, and some of Glasgows legal experts in the fields of immigration and asylum law, in order to address concerns with the way in which peoples country of origin is currently determined by forensic linguistic analysis. Wed like to bring up good, research-informed guidelines to help the legal profession to come to just decisions, she says. Because when you are going through crisis, you need to have intelligent, thoughtful people with time to think about these things. Universities have always been the place where people have had the time and space to think and consider. Not to do something new just for the sake of doing something new, but to say in a well-read and referenced way, looking at the lessons of history and the policies of the present, this is a good way forward. www.glasgow.ac.uk/gramnet

Economic and political figures, including: Adam Smith (172390), world-renowned economist, philosopher and author, whose work still resonates globally today Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman (18361908), former Prime Minister of the UK Elizabeth Dorothea Lyness (c18741944), suffragette Donald Dewar (19372000), Scotlands architect of devolution. Scientists and medics, including: Lord Kelvin (18241907), founder of the absolute scale of temperature, the Kelvin scale, and regarded as the pre-eminent scientist of the 19th century Marion Gilchrist (18641952), the first female medical graduate in Scotland John Logie Baird (18881946), one of the pioneers of television Jocelyn Bell Burnell, astrophysicist involved in the discovery of radio pulsars. Scan the QR code or see www.glasgow.ac.uk/ adamsmith for information about economist Adam Smith and other Glasgow greats.

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Get more out of Glasgow

Whether you know it as a city of culture, city of style, host of the 2014 Commonwealth Games, or Scotlands dear green place, whats clear is that Glasgow has loads to offer you as a student. For culture vultures, shopaholics and sports enthusiasts alike, the largest city in Scotland has it all.
Culture
Glasgow employs more people in the cultural sector than it ever did in the shipbuilding trade. These days, art lovers and museum wanderers are spoilt for choice in the city, especially since getting a glimpse of many of the citys collections is free. Glasgows museums are the most visited in the UK outside of London. There are 17 of them in total, from the famous Burrell Collection, which holds more than 9,000 works of art including those by Degas, Epstein and Rodin, to the shiny new Riverside Museum of Transport & Travel, which has proved to be an instant hit on the River Clyde you can even travel to it by ferry. Just a stones throw from the University is the ever-popular Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, which displays 8,000 objects including works by Van Gogh, Monet and Botticelli, while for modern art enthusiasts there are the Gallery of Modern Art and the Centre for Contemporary Arts in the city centre. Youll also find world-class collections on campus at The Hunterian (see page 17 for details).

Shopping
Theres a reason why Glasgow is known as Scotlands city of style. To many people, its the UKs best centre for shopping outside of London. The biggest designer names are found in the Merchant City think Armani, Bose and Agent Provocateur. If this is all a bit beyond your budget, Glasgows style mile of pedestrian zones in Sauchiehall Street, Buchanan Street and Argyle Street is where youll find favourites like Topshop, Urban Outfitters and H&M.

Our campus in the city The main University campus is located in the West End of Glasgow, within easy reach of the city centre by public transport or on foot. Youll find yourself spoilt for choice with things to do and see around the University campus and the West End. Wander through the tranquil cloisters and quadrangles of the Universitys neo-gothic Gilbert Scott Building and then take in a panorama of the city from the ultimate viewing point at the Gilmorehill flagpole. Enjoy a music gig at the Queen Margaret Student Union, where big-name bands and breakthrough acts take to the stage all year round. Catch the latest film in one of the cosy leather seats at the Grosvenor cinema, then grab a drink and a bite to eat in one of the many bars and eateries on Ashton Lane. Hunt for hidden treasures in the boutiques and vintage shops dotted along the cobbled side streets lying off Byres Road. Take a stroll along the river through Kelvingrove Park or visit the Botanic Gardens internationally renowned for its impressive glasshouses and plant collections.

Sport
Whether playing the game or enthusiastically supporting, Glasgow wears its passion for sport on its sleeve. The city is due to host the Commonwealth Games in 2014, which means that huge investments in sporting facilities are being made. As a resident here, you can access sports amenities all over the city, including gyms, running tracks, swimming pools and wall climbing venues. Theres even an indoor snowboard and ski slope made from real snow at Braehead Snozone on the outskirts of the city.

Glasgow is one of those rare places that inspires lifelong loyalty in the people who are lucky enough to spend time there. At about the same time as youve learned to decipher the local accent, youll feel like youre in on a big secret. Because Glasgow is one of Britains urban gems. James Bainbridge, Lonely Planets Study Glasgow

Follow the parade at the West End Festival or celebrate all things Indian at the Glasgow Mela just two of the many festivals and events held every summer on the Universitys doorstep.

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Going out in Glasgow

Glasgow has a legendary reputation for being a welcoming, fun-filled and accessible city. Whether youre into going to gigs, hitting the clubs or dining out, youll find plenty of entertainment nearby to enjoy with friends.

Glasgow is the highestranking UK city for personal safety, according to the worldwide Mercer Quality of Living Survey 2011.

A city of music
As the UKs first UNESCO City of Music, Glasgow has a renowned gig scene that draws the most exciting talent. On average, Glasgow hosts around 130 music events every week, from indie and rock gigs to classical concerts and folk festivals, so youll always find something worth listening to. Popular large venues include the famed Barrowlands with its unique atmosphere, and the SECC, which attracts the biggest names and has twice hosted the MOBO Awards. A great place to spot rising stars is King Tuts, which according to NME is Quite possibly the finest small venue in the world. The city is a powerful magnet for musicians. Home-grown and adopted names who have found Glasgow to be a launch pad for their careers include: Biffy Clyro, Belle and Sebastian, Franz Ferdinand, composer Craig Armstrong and singer/songwriter Emeli Sand, who studied at the University. Its not all about the bands, however Scottish Opera, the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra are all resident here too.

If pubs and clubs arent for you, theres an impressive mix of theatre, comedy and cinema options. Glasgow has two comedy clubs and theres plenty to see at one of the many theatres, whether youd like to discover performance art in the Arches theatre, or take in a musical at the Kings. New plays from home and abroad are on show at the Tron, the Tramway, and the Citizens Theatre and there are seven cinemas in the city, with the Cineworld multiplex containing 18 screens alone. Independent and art house films find a home at the GFT.

Eating out
Glasgows fantastic range of restaurants, cafs and eateries reflects the citys diverse population, so there are plenty of reasons to forget the microwave and head out for a great meal. Whether youre after an amazing Asian kitchen thats open until 2.30am, a scoop of the creamiest Italian ice cream, or a plate of haggis, neeps and tatties Scotlands national dish Glasgow wont disappoint. Those who like it hot will be pleased to hear that our curry houses are second to none (the city has been voted UK Kingfisher Curry Capital four times in the last eight years). Meanwhile, another Glasgow institution the tea room is seeing a resurgence in popularity. Originally, afternoon tea was based around quaint china teacups, scones and Rennie Mackintosh decor, but some venues are now giving the tradition a twist by serving up delicious cakes and cocktails in retro tea sets.

Nights to remember
Glasgow boasts more than 700 bars, pubs and nightclubs, meaning no two nights are the same. Only in this city could it be possible to begin an evening with a drink in a converted church (Cottiers), move on to mingling around Britains longest continuous bar (the Horseshoe), and end up dancing in a basement club (the Subclub), or aboard a river boat (the Renfrew Ferry).

A few minutes on the subway takes you into the city centre, which has everything you could possibly want from Scotlands greatest city Glasgow has it all. The citys musical reputation is internationally renowned, and its status as a UNESCO City of Music reflects this.
Stewart Gray, Music student

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Our campus in Dumfries

Based two hours from Glasgow, our Dumfries Campus offers a small and friendly environment. You will be taught by staff who are among the top researchers in their fields, and who have a bright vision for the development of teaching and research on the campus.
A friendly community campus
You can be sure of a warm welcome from students and staff alike. Youll settle in and make friends easily here the compact campus and friendly residences mean you will get to know your classmates and really feel at home. We welcome students from a wide variety of age groups and backgrounds, including international students, students from throughout the UK and Europe, and local and part-time students. For postgraduate taught and research opportunities, see page 168. A postal loan system means books and other materials can be ordered from Glasgow and delivered to you in Dumfries.

Contact Tel: +44 (0)1387 702001 Email: dumfries-admissions@glasgow.ac.uk

IT facilities
You can choose from a range of IT suites and study areas, meaning you can get down to work wherever you feel comfortable. The campus offers wi-fi connectivity, interactive whiteboard technology, video conferencing and videolink lecture facilities. All registered students have access to dedicated network storage and a university email account. Our virtual learning environment means you can access course content at a time to suit you, and enables you to interact with your classmates and lecturers online, wherever you are.

The perfect location

Dumfries Campus is set in 85 acres of leafy parkland with stunning views to the Solway estuary and hills, yet easy access to the lively town centre. Our red sandstone buildings, characteristic of this region, offer a traditional, collegiate learning environment combined with modern facilities and technology. Truly the best of both worlds.

The university town of Dumfries

Dumfries is a vibrant, welcoming, regional town with a lively arts and festival scene, strong cultural heritage, and a long literary history. The surrounding area offers the best in stunning Scottish countryside with its dramatic coastline, miles of sandy beaches, impressive castles and beautiful lochs, hills and forests. Cafs, pubs, clubs, restaurants, sport and health facilities, cinemas and shopping can all be found within the town centre, easily accessible from Dumfries Campus by foot, car, bus or bike. Together with our campus partners, the University of the West of Scotland and Dumfries & Galloway College, the town has a small but vibrant student community. Dumfries is also easy on your pocket the cost of living is relatively low. In addition, the compact nature of the town provides a safe environment for students.

First-class library facilities

Our unique shared campus is the first of its kind in Scotland and offers state-of-the-art facilities. University of Glasgow students are provided with an unprecedented range of learning resources including full access to the Crichton Library, the University of Glasgow library, and libraries at the University of the West of Scotland. The Crichton Library, opened in 2008, also offers quiet study rooms and a dedicated subject librarian for each degree discipline to help you find the resources you need. Our library in Glasgow is one of the best academic libraries in Europe, with over 2.5m books and journals over 12 floors.

The small groups, friendly staff, modern and comfortable library, and beautiful scenery outside the classroom windows made my learning process much more pleasant and productive. I felt part of a community and part of a big international family. Aigerim Erikqyzy, Kazakhstan, MLitt Tourism, Heritage & Development

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Scotland

Your Scotland
While you could easily spend all your free time enjoying the attractions and entertainment that the campus and city have to offer, dont forget theres a whole country out there just waiting to be explored.

The excellent and affordable transport links from Glasgow make visiting Scotlands treasures easy. From the many scenic lochs and mountains to the bustling cities, Scotland has history and culture in abundance. Craig Tyler Barratt, Chemistry graduate

Glasgow is your gateway to some of the most awe-inspiring scenery and major cultural attractions in the world. Whatever your mode of transport, you could be discovering Scotland in no time. From Glasgow, youre 25 minutes from the Clyde coast and its beaches, castles and ice cream parlours; 40 minutes from Loch Lomond, the heatherclad peaks of the Trossachs, and routes to the Highlands and the Cairngorms; within easy access of renowned events such as the Edinburgh International and Fringe Festivals and T in the Park; three hours drive from skiing and snowboarding slopes in the right conditions; within a few hours drive of some of the best hill-walking, climbing, mountain biking, sailing and golf courses in the UK.

How to get here

By air Glasgow International Airport is 7 miles away. Prestwick International Airport is 33 miles away. Edinburgh International Airport is 42 miles away. Approximate flying times: Glasgow to London 1 hour 20 mins Glasgow to Amsterdam 1 hour 40 mins Glasgow to Geneva 2 hours 15 mins Glasgow to New York 6 hours 30 mins Glasgow to Dubai 7 hours 15 mins. By train Two train stations in the city centre link to all major stations in the UK. Journey time to Edinburgh 48 minutes Journey time to London 5 hours. By boat Ferries link Larne (near Belfast) in Northern Ireland to Cairnryan, approximately 90 minutes south of Glasgow by car. There is also a Belfast to Stranraer sailing and a high-speed service from Larne to Troon between March and October. By road Motorway links provide quick access to major cities throughout the UK. Approximate journey times: Glasgow to Manchester under 4 hours Glasgow to Birmingham under 5 hours Glasgow to Cardiff under 7 hours Glasgow to London 7 hours.

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Student services

Student services
From the moment you set foot on campus, we have a range of services dedicated to helping and supporting you.
Services The University has created a one-stop shop for a wide range of student services right in the centre of our main campus. Whether you want to grab a bite to eat, see a doctor, obtain a new Student ID card or discuss employment opportunities, our staff in the Fraser Building will be able to help. Chaplaincies www.glasgow.ac.uk/chaplaincy Childcare www.glasgow.ac.uk/nursery Counselling & Psychological Services www.glasgow.ac.uk/counselling Student Disability Service www.glasgow.ac.uk/studentdisability Student Network www.glasgow.ac.uk/studentnetwork Students Representative Council www.glasgow.ac.uk/src Student Unions At Glasgow you have the choice of two University unions. Glasgow University Union www.guu.co.uk Queen Margaret Union www.qmu.org.uk Gilchrist Postgraduate Club Open to all staff and postgraduates of the University, the Gilchrist Postgraduate Club offers a great environment for staff and students to meet, socialise and share ideas. There is a cafe/bar on-site, which provides a selection of food and drink and a bookable seminar room which can be hired out for postgraduate events, such as seminars, workshops or presentations.

Accommodation
From halls of residence to student apartments, we can offer you a wide range of safe, comfortable and affordable accommodation to help you settle in. We have around 3,500 residential spaces, about a third of which are specifically for postgraduate students. Benefits include: fully trained pastoral staff living on site free halls-to-campus minibus service during semesters group insurance cover for possessions internet and telephone access in all rooms bed linen and access to laundry facilities. Where can I live? We have five student residences for postgraduate students which are situated between a twominute and 25-minute walk from our main campus. For more information about each of our residences see www.glasgow.ac.uk/ postgraduate/accommodation. How much does it cost? Fees range from around 3,860 (98.98 per week) for a single room in a self-catered residence, 4,685 (120.12 per week) for a single en suite room in a self-catered residence, to around 6,000 (154.42 per week) for a one-bedroom flat. For up-to-date prices for all our residences, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ postgraduate/accommodation/fees. For more information about the cost of living and other useful financial advice for students see page 20.

Families and couples We offer a small number of fully furnished selfcontained flats suitable for couples or families. If you have a disability There is a variety of accommodation available for students with disabilities. It is always best to discuss any special requirements you may have with us as soon as possible. You can contact us direct (tel: +44 (0)141 330 4743, email: accommodation@glasgow.ac.uk) or, if you prefer, you can get in touch with our team of Student Disability Advisers (tel: +44 (0)141 330 5497, email: studentdisability@glasgow.ac.uk). How to apply As soon as youve accepted your offer of study, you can apply for accommodation online at www.glasgow.ac.uk/accommodation/ postgraduatelateryear/onlineapplication. Accommodation guarantee Most new students, and all new international students, are guaranteed accommodation (subject to our admissions policy). Private accommodation If youd prefer to find private accommodation in the city, we can offer advice and also help you in your search. Register online to search our private accommodation database at www.glasgowpad.org. For further information about types of University accommodation, fees, application deadlines, our admissions policy and more, see www.glasgow. ac.uk/accommodation.

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Sport for everyone

www.glasgow.ac.uk/sports From the serious to the social side of sport, at Glasgow we love it all. So whether youre a world-class athlete or a complete beginner, youll have all the facilities and expertise you need to keep you motivated. What else would you expect from the city thats preparing to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games? Sport for fun We have over 15,000 members of our sports facilities and approximately 3,500 students participate in one or more of our 47 different sports clubs. With so many activities to try out and plenty of post-exertion socialising to take part in, youll be getting fit and having fun at the same time. Our Sport & Recreation Service works with our student-run University Sports Association (GUSA) to coordinate and promote sports clubs and recreational sport among our students. GUSA offers a great opportunity for you to really get involved in supporting sport at the University. Sport for fitness The Universitys two purpose-built exercise centres are open seven days a week, early until late, making it easy for you to take a break from your studies to exercise. Our impressive facilities include: a six-lane, 25m heated swimming pool sauna and steam room fitness suites squash courts strength suite, cardio suite exercise studios activity hall grass and synthetic pitches cricket oval tennis courts.

You can also get involved in our recreational sport programme of specialist courses, dropin sport sessions and our all new Glasgow Championship recreational sport leagues. We offer more than 50 exercise classes a week too, from circuits to Zumba. Sport for the great outdoors If you like some fresh air in your fitness regime then youre in the right place. Clubs such as the Hares and Hounds offer road, cross-country and hill training runs that cater for all standards, or you could tackle some of Scotlands fantastic mountain trails with the cycling club. You could even find yourself skydiving, surfing, snowboarding or potholing in Scotland and beyond. Support for talented athletes If youre training to be the best, we can help you balance academic life with your competition schedule. We offer a number of sports bursaries, as well as services ranging from specialist mentor support to sports medicine. Were constantly working to provide opportunities for athletes through our involvement with Glasgow Student Sports City. For more information see www.glasgow.ac.uk/sport/talentedathlete and www.glasgowstudentsportcity.co.uk or email euan.smith@glasgow.ac.uk.

What sport can I do? Aikido American football Athletics Badminton Basketball Boat (and rowing) Boxing Canoe Cheerleading Cricket Curling Cycling Fencing Football Gaelic football Golf Hares and Hounds Hockey Judo Karate Kendo Lacrosse Mountaineering Muay Thai boxing Netball Potholing Riding Rifle and sporting gun Rugby Sailing Shinty Shorinji Kempo Ski and snowboard Skydive Squash Sub aqua Surf Swimming and waterpolo Tennis Trampoline Triathlon Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball

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Our collections

World-class collections
Theres a wealth of facilities on offer at Glasgow. From our outstanding library one of the biggest academic libraries in Europe to our rich and diverse collections at The Hunterian, our world-class facilities are right on your doorstep and can be accessed by you as part of your postgraduate study.
Services University Library www.glasgow.ac.uk/library The Hunterian www.glasgow.ac.uk/hunterian Archive Services www.glasgow.ac.uk/archives

University Library
Open 18 hours a day and with online access 24/7, our library is here for you around the clock. Our long opening hours mean you can settle in, forget about the time and lose yourself in a world of words. To say our library is well stocked would be an understatement. With 2.5 million books and journals and over 30,000 electronic journals, youll find all the background material you need to complement your postgraduate studies. Our library has enough bright and modern study spaces to accommodate more than 2,500 students. Whether you need a desk to read in peace or a room to discuss your ideas, youll find plenty in supply throughout our librarys 12 wi-fi enabled floors. And did we mention the impressive city views from the top? A wide range of services are available including: Welcome Desk to help you get started Library OnDemand and How Do I? online videos an extensive range of online library resources available 24/7

group study rooms multiple copies of important books for essays and projects over 800 student PCs caf on Level 3 providing a relaxed learning and study space specialist libraries for students in chemistry, dentistry and veterinary medicine in addition to the main library librarians who can help you find the right sources of information and show you how to use our electronic resources. Special Collections In our librarys Special Collections youll find an extensive range of rare books, manuscripts and early photographs, covering most branches of the arts, sciences and medicine. Over the past 500 years we have accumulated more than 200,000 manuscript items and around 200,000 printed works, including over 1,000 printed before 1500. Among these youll find material about Scotlands history and culture, along with items reflecting many aspects of European scholarship over the past 700 years. These exceptional collections are internationally renowned and attract the interest of scholars from around the globe. Scottish Theatre Archive The Scottish Theatre Archive forms part of Special Collections. Its role is to help preserve Scotlands theatrical heritage by providing a safe and accessible home for archival material relating to Scottish theatre. It also acts as a major centre for enquiries, providing information from its own holdings or by directing researchers to other repositories. It attracts scholars, students, theatrical practitioners, historians and members of the public from all parts of the world. A recent addition is the archive of the National Theatre of Scotland, which complements the archives of the Citizens Theatre, Scottish Ballet, including material from its beginnings as the Western Theatre Ballet, the BBC Radio Scotland script collection, and the Jimmy Logan collection of music-hall material. Other collections include material relating to many Scottish theatres and companies, such as the Scottish National Players, Wilson Barrett Company, and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

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The Hunterian
Founded in 1807 and encyclopaedic in its scope, The Hunterian is one of the leading University museums in the UK and one of Scotlands greatest cultural assets. The Hunterian works closely with our academic colleagues in colleges and schools across campus to offer a range of opportunities to postgraduate students. These include internships, placements and individual scholarships which enhance learning and develop a wide range of transferable skills. The opportunity exists to work with some of the leading scholars in the country in a range of fields relevant to our collections art, archaeology, palaeontology, geology, zoology, entomology, ethnography and numismatics. We can work with you to develop your research proposal, deliver your research project and ensure public impact for that research. The Hunterian collections are world-class. The art gallery is home to one of the most distinguished public art collections in Scotland, particularly famous for Whistler, Mackintosh and its internationally recognised holdings of Scottish art. You will also find some truly amazing and unique objects on display in the museum. If your research doesnt bring you into direct contact with our collections, we also offer a lively exhibition and events programme we look forward to welcoming you.

Archive Services
If youre looking for an insight into the history of the University and the city, Archive Services offers a unique heritage resource open to students, staff and members of the public. Among the collections are University records dating from our foundation in 1451 to the present day, and one of the biggest collections of business records in Europe. Whether youre looking for information about academic life in days gone by or the many industries that make up Glasgows history, our archives tell our story. With over 1,000 collections spanning more than seven centuries, Archive Services is your gateway to learning more about the academic and corporate heritage of Glasgow and the West of Scotland.

The University owns the personal estates of American artist J M Whistler and of architect and designer Charles Rennie Mackintosh.

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Careers

Planning for your career

We want you to be a success, both now and in the future. Thats why the University has a wide range of services to help you make the most of your postgraduate experience and prepare you for life after university.
Contact Careers Service Tel: +44 (0)141 330 7000 Email: careers@glasgow.ac.uk
Todays job market is getting more and more competitive. So as well as having a good degree its important to build up your skill set. Whether youre planning a career in business, industry, academia or the public sector, or simply keeping your options open, we can provide you with: one-to-one support from professionally trained careers advisers access to thousands of potential employers offering jobs and internships training and coaching in job-hunting techniques opportunities for personal and professional development. Youll find a wide range of services available, including: opportunities to meet global recruiters on campus help with identifying gaps in your CV, mock interviews and job applications an online career management system, which alerts you to events, jobs and information straight to your email account so you dont miss out. We also host specialist recruitment events for students, including: Internship Fair held every October Financial, Engineering and Science Fairs in November Spring Graduate Fair in Scotland in March. These will bring you face to face with hundreds of global recruiters.

Our Careers Service

You may already know what career path youd like to take, or you may be looking for a little guidance. Either way the Universitys Careers Service can help you make the most of your options and enhance your employability. Were centrally situated in the Fraser Building, next to the library, making it easy to drop in for a quick chat or to arrange a full consultation with a specialist adviser.

Career destinations
Postgraduate taught Our postgraduate students go on to a variety of careers in the private and public sectors as well as seeking further education. A survey of our 2011 graduates found that 86.4% were in employment or further study. PhD graduates In 2010, 90.7% of our PhD graduates were in employment or further study. We asked our graduates whether they could have secured their current employment without a PhD. Most found their PhD qualification was vital in securing employment (58.4%) or advantageous while applying for employment (22%). Employers who recruit our postgraduate students include: College of Arts Dyson Ltd London Metropolitan Archives Historic Scotland Victoria & Albert Museum Swedish Theological Institute College of Medicine, Veterinary & Life Sciences National Health Service Thomson Reuters Scottish Environment Protection Agency Cancer Research UK Royal Zoological Society of Scotland Scottish Prison Service

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College of Science & Engineering British Antarctic Survey HM Treasury IBM Procter & Gamble Amor Group Yahoo Scottish Power Atkins College of Social Sciences Oxfam Cicor Technologies Group Morgan Stanley Scottish Parliament Coca Cola United Nations Royal Bank of Scotland

by Vitae, a national organisation focused on championing the personal, professional and career development of doctoral researchers and research staff in higher education institutions and research institutes. It is recommended that researchers should take part in two weeks of transferable skills training a year, which covers skills that are non-subject-specific such as training in knowledge transfer or public engagement. Find out more on our researcher development website: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ students/researcherdevelopment.

Tailored support for international students

The University recognises the particular challenges facing international students who come with aspirations of working in the UK but who may also be attempting to maintain a job search in their home country. Resources have been put in place to help international students increase their awareness of recruitment processes in the UK and also to keep in touch with graduate labour markets elsewhere in the world. These include: an online career planning and job search manual designed specifically to help international students and graduates job hunt in the UK job-hunting seminars with recruiters exclusively for international students a popular interview academy with state-of-theart technology and advice from recruiters a careers blog to provide up-to-date details of events, jobs and news items of interest to international students and graduates an ongoing programme of live chat events with employers in other countries social networking groups to assist international students to link with Glasgow alumni in a careers context virtual international careers fairs to put you in touch with vacancies and recruiters across Asia.

Developing your skills

Being an excellent researcher is about more than just your subject knowledge. In addition to academic supervision of your research degree, we offer a broad programme of training, and personal and professional support for all our researchers designed to enhance your skills and employability and to equip you to become a leader in your chosen field. Our graduate schools training programmes will help you develop skills and techniques to help you complete your research, and communicate it to the wider research community, whether at presentations in conferences or through publications. You will have the opportunity to explore how best to manage your research develop business, enterprise, innovation, presentation and public engagement skills gain accreditation in project management and leadership connect with researchers from other disciplines and institutions. All of our courses and events aim to cover specific areas of the Researcher Development Framework. This framework was developed

After working in the electronics industry for a few years, including establishing my own technology consultancy, I moved on to my next career goal, which was to join an international consultancy. I applied to join Accenture and, after a successful first-round interview, sought out the Careers Services help on how to prepare for the assessment centre. They shared some insights and gave me a mock interview that focused on the skills that Accenture was seeking. This helped me prepare and I was able to work out exactly where my evidence was going to come from for areas such as decisiveness, creativity, communication and business awareness.
Engineering MSc graduate Doug Wylie has worked for Accenture as an analyst for the last couple of years

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Finance

Funding your studies

We realise that financing your studies and living costs can be a concern for many postgraduate students. To find out what support is available, and to get tips and tools to help your money go further, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/studentfinance which includes sections on financial aid, budgeting, paying tax and setting up bank accounts.

I was awarded the University of Glasgow Postgraduate Excellence Scholarship for 3,000. I would definitely recommend other students to apply for the scholarship. The process of application is very easy, and the potential reward worth striving towards. From a financial point of view, the scholarship substantially reduces the amount to pay for the University fees. Besides, the scholarship award itself contributed to the increased self-confidence and motivation for further studies. Valeriya Kosheleva, Kazakhstan,
MSc International Corporate Finance & Banking

Its important that you arrange funding for your tuition fees and living costs before your studies begin. At Glasgow, we aim to provide our students with as much financial support and assistance as possible. That is why we continuously strive to expand our range of scholarships and bursaries for both home/EU and international students.

Below are the 201213 standard annual tuition fees for postgraduate study. Please note that fees for 201314 will differ and that these costs are illustrative only. Tuition fees 201213 Home (UK/EU) Full-time taught programmes in the Colleges of Arts, Social Sciences and Science & Engineering, and non-clinical programmes in nursing, medical, veterinary and life sciences 4,750 (Band 4) Full-time home (UK/EU) postgraduates research 3,828 International (Non UK/EU) Taught programmes in the Colleges of Arts and Social Sciences 12,250 (Band 2) Taught programmes in the College of Science & Engineering and non-clinical programmes in nursing, medical, veterinary and life sciences 15,750 (Band 5) MBA 20,500 (Band 7) MVMS programme 22,500 (Band 8) Medicine/Dentistry/Veterinary Medicine (clinical) 28,500 (Band 9)

Cost of living
If youre a single student wed recommend allowing around 11,500 per year to study in the UK, and for married couples a minimum of 15,000. For each child add 3,000 per year. The following is an approximate breakdown of costs per month for a single student in self-catering accommodation. Average cost per month Accommodation 450 Food 180 Clothes 60 Travel in Glasgow 40 Laundry/stationery etc 30 Telephone/Internet 40 Entertainment 100 900

Total Additional costs per year Books UK travel Total

400 300 700

Research programmes in the Colleges of Arts and Social Sciences 12,250 Research programmes in science, engineering, nursing and midwifery 15,750 Research programmes in medicine/dentistry/ veterinary medicine (non-clinical) 15,750 Research programmes in medicine/dentistry/ veterinary medicine (clinical) 28,500

Tuition fees
All students pay an annual tuition fee to the University which covers registration, supervision of research or study, and examination and recreational facilities. Some laboratory-based and clinical departments may require payment of an additional bench fee: your destination college or graduate school will be able to advise. See www.glasgow.ac.uk/scholarships/fees for further information.

New programme discount

The University will apply a discount to the international fees for new one-year full-time postgraduate taught Masters programmes in 201314. See www.glasgow.ac.uk/scholarships/ international/postgraduatetaught for further information.

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Opportunities to work
Part-time work during study When youre studying, you may wish to work part-time to help with your tuition fees and living costs. Part-time employment is a great way to gain some real-life work experience and make yourself more employable. The Careers Service advertises details of part-time work opportunities on their website at www.glasgow.ac.uk/careers. Graduate Teaching Assistantships Some schools offer Graduate Teaching Assistantships to postgraduate research students, which involve conducting tutorials and undertaking other teaching-related duties for first- and second-year undergraduate students. Many students find that this is an excellent way of gaining valuable work experience, as well as a means of supplementing their income. You should enquire at the relevant graduate school office for information on opportunities available.

Scholarships
We offer a wide range of scholarships to postgraduate students. You can find a full list of scholarships at www.glasgow.ac.uk/ scholarships. You should also check your graduate school website for subject-specific scholarships. All applications for scholarships to cover fees and/or maintenance should be made in conjunction with an online application for admission to the University. Some key scholarships available: Kelvin Smith PhD Scholarships for postgraduate research students to take part in new interdisciplinary research collaborations. Each scholarship runs for four years and provides a stipend at the research councils recommended rates as well as research and travel costs. Glasgow Alumni Scholarships 10% fee discount for alumni University Trust International Leadership Scholarship 52 scholarships ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 each University of Glasgow Country Scholarships 50 scholarships at 3,000 each Under the Scottish Governments Students Allowances Scheme (PSAS), tuition fee support for a number of our taught programmes is available. See www.saas.gov.uk for more information.

Behind the statistics

Each year malaria causes 300 million episodes of illness and one million fatalities. The majority of these deaths are among children under five in sub-Saharan Africa. Kelvin Smith scholar Emma Laurie is not interested in statistics. Statistics, she says, no longer frighten us they condense individuals into a single figure, a figure too large to fully comprehend and too easy to gloss over. Statistics obscure human suffering, they tell us nothing of human experiences. Emma is conducting an in-depth study into the individuals behind the statistics of malaria. Her aim is to understand malaria from the perspective of the household by bringing together the scientific factors with the social, political and cultural factors. Malaria is preventable and treatable, yet economic and cultural factors in sub-Saharan Africa mean that malaria still claims up to one million lives a year. Emmas research is based in Tanzania, talking with and listening to the people who suffer from malaria. Malaria impacts on the entire household, not just the individual who is sick, she explains, but these impacts differ between and within households. For example, malaria disrupts education, a disruption with longterm consequences; it disrupts employment and with many households engaged in the informal sector or self-employed, the financial ramifications of this disruption are great. My research is focused on determining these impacts along with others, establishing if, and how, they differ according to the social and economic status of individual households and how households mitigate the non-biological impact of the disease. In bringing together the multiple aspects of malaria, and attaining a broad understanding of the relationship households have with the disease, I hope this research will help produce disease prevention policies which are scientifically sound and tailored to be appropriate to the population. www.glasgow.ac.uk/research/ kelvinsmithphdscholarships

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International Glasgow

International students
Each year we welcome around 3,000 international students from over 120 different countries, and over 2,000 students from across Europe, bringing our non-UK student population to nearly 24%. We also attract many leading academics from around the world. So no matter how far you travel to be here, youll find a rich cultural, social and educational community waiting for you when you arrive.
Contact International Office Tel: +44 (0)141 330 6062 Email: student.recruitment@glasgow.ac.uk
Glasgows reputation for being a welcoming and friendly place is as well known as the Universitys reputation for being a centre of academic excellence. This means that you can feel confident that living and studying here will be a memorable and satisfying experience. In fact, the University is ranked as first in the UK for international student satisfaction, according to the International Student Barometer 2011. Glasgow offers a range of services and specialist staff dedicated to your needs. Whatever stage youre at in your studies, youll always find someone on hand to provide you with help and advice. Members of our International Office team travel throughout the world to attend exhibitions, set up information sessions for prospective students and interview candidates. Theyll be more than happy to talk to you and answer any queries you might have. If youd like to find out where theyll be visiting and when, please see www.glasgow. ac.uk/international.

Supporting you
Our friendly team of International Student Advisers provides a dedicated advisory service for international students on non-academic matters such as immigration, employment, finance and any other concerns you may have before you arrive and throughout your studies. Email: internationalstudentsupport@admin. glasgow.ac.uk or see www.glasgow.ac.uk/ international/support. Before you leave home To help you prepare for your arrival at Glasgow, we have an International Student Handbook full of useful facts and information. See www.glasgow.ac.uk/international/support/ internationalstudenthandbook to download a copy. When you arrive Our International Student Advisers run an orientation programme to introduce you to student life. It includes information on welfare, immigration, accommodation, health, employment, finance and other non-academic matters. The programme includes a range of social events too, giving you the chance to meet new people and get to know Glasgow and Scotland. A year-round social programme We run a full programme of events and activities throughout the year for students and their families, so youll have plenty of opportunities to make new friends and share your own experiences and ideas.

Accommodation
We offer an excellent selection of student accommodation and guarantee a place for most full-time new entrant international students studying for a degree (subject to our admissions policy). See page 14 for further information or www.glasgow.ac.uk/accommodation.

Fees
All students pay an annual tuition fee to the University which covers registration, supervision of research or study, and examination and recreational facilities. Some laboratory-based and clinical departments may require payment of an additional bench fee: your destination graduate school will be able to advise.

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New programme discount The University will apply a discount to the international fees for new one-year full-time postgraduate taught Masters programmes in 201314. See www.glasgow.ac.uk/scholarships/ international/postgraduatetaught for further information. International scholarships The University is committed to helping students achieve their academic dreams and is continually investing money in scholarships and funding for our international students. You can find out more information on the scholarships we offer by visiting www.glasgow.ac.uk/scholarships.

How we can help

Our English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Unit based at the Universitys Language Centre provides pre-sessional courses to help you reach the required language level. These courses will help you to develop your academic English and can last 540 weeks depending on your entry level. They include a study skills component to help you adapt to the style of learning and teaching at the University. You will also have the opportunity to practise using academic language and skills in your subject area. This approach will prepare you for your academic studies. If youd like additional English language tuition once you have started your academic programme, we also provide part-time insessional language support classes, which are free of charge if you pay the full international student fee. For further information please see www.glasgow.ac.uk/efl.

Cost of living
If youre a single student wed recommend allowing around 11,500 per year to study in the UK, and for married couples a minimum of 15,000. For each child add 3,000 per year. See page 20 for a monthly breakdown of costs.

The International Offices services are great. Activities included first-time welcome from the airport and straight down to the International Office, organised seminars and comedy/freshers nights. This is good as it gives new students that sense of belonging. James Essien, MSc in Mechanical
Engineering graduate

Your student visa

There have been major changes to UK immigration recently. Please check the UK visas webpages regularly in case of any further changes: www.ukvisas.gov.uk/en. Our International Student Advisers can also help you with queries about your student visa.

Opportunities to work
As an international student (non-European Economic Area) you can work for up to 20 hours a week during semesters and full-time during vacations, provided it does not state otherwise in your UK visa.

Careers
Glasgow was the first university in Scotland to appoint a Careers Adviser to develop specialist information and advice for our international students. For more information on careers see www.glasgow.ac.uk/careers or see page 18.

Glasgow International College

If youre an international student, but not quite ready to study at the University of Glasgow, you may wish to consider a pre-Masters course at our partner institution Glasgow International College. Located on the main University campus, the college offers flexible pathway programmes to enable you to achieve the required standards for admission to a range of one-year Masters programmes at the University. Pre-Masters programmes are available at Glasgow International College for business, engineering, law, science and the social sciences. For more information about how to apply please contact: Glasgow International College Email: gic_admin@kaplan.com www.glaic.org.uk

Applying
For details on entry requirements and applying to Glasgow, see page 3.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English then youll need to prove your competence in English before being admitted to the University. You can find out more about the general English language requirements for the University at www.glasgow.ac.uk/international/ englishlanguagerequirements.

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College of Arts
Join a graduate school with a vast range of academic experience, strong links to cultural organisations, and unique on-campus resources, including The Hunterian, our Universitys musuem and art gallery collections, which include the Mackintosh House. www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts

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Graduate School

A creative community
The graduate school of the College of Arts offers an extremely diverse and dynamic range of postgraduate opportunities. We are researchers, policymakers, authors, linguists, archivists, curators, critics, philosophers, playwrights, theologians, historians, technicians, composers, translators, classicists, practitioners, musicians, archaeologists and art lovers.
Schools of Critical Studies (English Literature; English Language; Scottish Literature; Theology & Religious Studies) School of Culture & Creative Arts (Art History; Cultural Policy; Music; Theatre, Film & Television) School of Humanities (Archaeology; Celtic & Gaelic; Classics; History; Philosophy; Humanities Advanced Technology & Information Institute) School of Modern Languages & Cultures (Comparative Literature; French; German; Hispanic Studies; Italian; Slavonic Studies)
School

Research environment
Across every school and subject area our college is home to scholars conducting world-leading and agenda-setting research. According to the Research Assessment Exercise 2008, history of art at the University is ranked top in the UK, and seven other subjects are ranked in the top ten in the UK: cultural policy; Celtic & Gaelic; English language; English literature; Scottish literature; digital humanities; and theatre, film & television studies. In 201112 we were awarded the second-largest amount of funding from the Arts & Humanities Research Council. All of our students benefit from being based in one of the most exciting cultural hubs in the UK. We have strong links with the citys creative and cultural community, and many of our students undertake collaborative research, internships or work placements with industry professionals.

year-round portfolio of workshops consisting of a choice of more than 70 in total. All of our postgraduate research students take part in at least two transferable skills workshops a year and you are required to keep a researcher skills development log. Skills development extends beyond workshops and you will be able to take advantage of collaborative research training initiatives, conference organising and attendance, internships and careers events. In addition, our award-winning online journal eSharp offers the chance to participate in the creation of an international publication for postgraduate research in the arts, humanities, social sciences and education. Run entirely by postgraduate students, it encourages excellence in research through peer-reviewed publication and interdisciplinary exchange and enhances employability by providing hands-on experience of journal management and editing. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/esharp.

Contact
Claire Smith, Postgraduate Administrator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 6319 Email: gradschool.arts@glasgow.ac.uk

Learning environment
You will be taught by researchers of international distinction, participate in seminars led by academics, professionals and visiting speakers, and learn with students eager to share ideas. To ensure that you are equipped to become leaders in your chosen field we provide the highest-quality training and skills development opportunities. Our graduate school offers a

Career development
We provide you with training for your professional development and access to the necessary facilities. You will be able to benefit from knowledge exchange activities and tailored support from the Universitys Careers Service on all aspects of career planning, applications and interviewing.

Resources and facilities

You will have 24-hour access to a study space. We have a phonics lab, numerous language labs and multimedia labs, as well as analytical labs. Teaching facilities include a flexible stage theatre, cinema, concert hall, electro-acoustic music studio and audio labs, and the Edwin Morgan writing room. In addition, The Hunterian, the Universitys museum and art gallery, houses an enormous collection including coins, books, manuscripts and ethnography, paintings, prints, drawings and sculptures.

Funding and scholarships

A range of scholarships and funding opportunities is available to home, EU and international students. For more information see www.glasgow.ac.uk/ arts/graduateschool. The citys new Riverside Museum is a 74m development on the banks of the River Clyde. It houses more than 3,000 exhibits showing Glasgows transport, shipbuilding and engineering heritage.

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Research programmes
Our research degrees are: MRes: Master of Research, a flexible programme offering a combination of taught and research components, dissertation length 17,00030,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MMus: Master of Music, a research degree providing a solid foundation for further study at PhD level, thesis length 15,00020,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. Every year we have funded studentships for specific projects. For more information: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English language proficiency level (see page 3 for general details).

Taught programmes
We offer around 60 taught postgraduate programmes (MLitt, MSc, MMus, MFA, MPhil). These are listed by subject on the following pages.

How do I apply?
The online application is the quickest and easiest way of applying to Glasgow. The system allows you to fill out the standard application form online and submit this to the University immediately: www.glasgow.ac.uk/postgraduate/ howtoapplyforataughtdegree. You can attach supporting documents including references, certificates and a transcript of previous studies. There are instructions throughout to help you complete your application. Before submitting, you may save and return to your application as many times as you wish within 42 days. You may also access your application again to upload additional documents such as your language test or final transcript. Some programmes require additional information or documents. Please ensure you check prior to making your application.

How do I apply?
The online application is the quickest and easiest way of applying to Glasgow. The system allows you to fill out the standard application form online and submit this to the University immediately: www.glasgow.ac.uk/research/opportunities. You can attach supporting documents including research proposal, references, certificates and a transcript of previous studies. There are instructions throughout the online form to help you complete your application. Before submitting, you may save and return to your application as many times as you wish within 42 days. You may also access your application again to upload additional documents such as your language test or final transcript.

When do I apply?
International applications (non-EU): Friday, 19 July 2013 UK & EU applications: Friday, 23 August 2013

We want to equip our researchers to be able to take their place on the world stage. We continuously develop new initiatives, such as the recent Hunterian Associates Programme which encourages students to match their research interests and skills with the Universitys museum and art gallery to bring some facet of the collections to public attention, through lectures, lunch-time talks, websites, blogs, videos, etc. I am constantly impressed by our students skills and ideas and my job is to find innovative ways to allow those to be shared more widely. Professor Dee Heddon, Dean of
Graduate Studies

Entry requirements
Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject unless otherwise stated.

When do I apply?
Applications should be submitted before 31 July if possible, for study in October.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English language proficiency level (see page 3 for general details). Some programmes list specific requirements.

Glasgows greats Glasgow has a history of producing high achievers, including poet Edwin Morgan. Scan the QR code or see www.glasgow.ac.uk/ edwinmorgan for more information.

Entry requirements
Normally a 2.1 Honours degree (GPA 3.0 or above), or Masters in a relevant discipline. In special circumstances, other academic qualifications, or professional qualifications or experience, may be recognised as equivalent.

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Archaeology
Archaeology at the University of Glasgow offers an exciting exploration of the material remains of past societies, linking fieldwork and laboratory analysis with theoretical reflection and sophisticated interpretation.
Contact Michelle Nicholl, Secretary Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5690 Email: michelle.nicholl@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
We are the leading archaeology department in Scotland and ranked within the UKs top ten, according to the Guardian University Guide 2013. Our key strengths are: Scottish archaeology, particularly in the Mesolithic and Neolithic periods and the Celtic, Pictish and Viking areas Mediterranean archaeology, from Spain to Turkey, from Bronze Age mining to postcolonial studies historical archaeology, from the classical period to the 20th century the use of aerial photographic and satellite imagery for the understanding of landscape history through aerial archaeology battlefield and conflict archaeology. Material culture lies at the heart of our research, from the individual artefact to entire landscapes and from early prehistory to recent times. While fieldwork and scientific analyses of objects are fundamental to our research, we look beyond our excavations to understand not only how material culture is deposited and recovered but also how meanings are attributed and reshaped. We also engage in the presentation of archaeological remains in modern settings, and are involved in their management as cultural heritage and resources of the tourism industry. Our research groups We have a number of networks linking members of academic staff with specialists outwith the University, allowing them a framework for collaborative research. These include: Heritage Philosophy & Practice Creating Material Worlds: Theorising Identity in Archaeology Strathearn Environs & Royal Forteviot.

Learning environment
Our postgraduates enjoy a supportive, collaborative and friendly community. You will benefit from the involvement of guest speakers from the UK and abroad, who give lectures and run seminars. We involve staff from Glasgow Life, National Museums Scotland and other institutions within Scotland with our teaching, and you may be able to undertake a work placement to gain valuable work experience in a museum, archaeological unit or other cultural institution. Intellectually, its a very generous group, with lots of opportunities for you as either a taught or research postgraduate to get involved in existing projects or start new ones, whether in the field or the classroom, or through conferences and publications. A good example of this is our publication, Love Archaeology Magazine, where there are ample chances for authors, researchers, editors, photographers and creatives of all kinds.

Career prospects
Through our links with national bodies, recent students have gained employment in Historic Scotland, the Archaeology Data Service, National Museums Scotland, and the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland, as well as in the fields of academia and business.

Resources and facilities

As a postgraduate student, you can benefit from a range of facilities unique to Glasgow. The Hunterian, the Universitys museum and art gallery, for example, holds internationally renowned collections and is an excellent resource for research and teaching. You will have access to the Alcock library and resource centre for historical archaeology. We also have our own field school, which gives students a strong grounding in excavation techniques.

Funding and scholarships

You can find information about the latest funding opportunities for students in the College of Arts at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding. Further information about scholarships and funding for archaeology postgraduates is available at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/archaeology/ postgraduatefunding.

One of Glasgows leading experts in battlefield and conflict archaeology, Dr Tony Pollard (pictured) has carried out archaeological and military history projects in the UK, mainland Europe, Africa and South America. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/battlefieldarchaeology.

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If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. Our research degrees are: MRes: Master of Research, a flexible programme offering a combination of taught and research components, dissertation length 17,00030,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. Archaeology at Glasgow has an active postgraduate community, carrying out research on a wide range of topics from the Mesolithic to the present day and from Northern Scandinavia to the Eastern Mediterranean. Our research interests include: landscape archaeology and regional studies, especially in Scotland and the Mediterranean historical archaeology social theory in archaeology science-based applications including archaeometallurgy, ceramic analysis, geophysics and aerial photography applications of IT, particularly GIS and 3D modelling material culture studies. Some examples of our recent PhD projects are: commercialisation before Culloden: an archaeology of the redirection of food surpluses in the Highlands prior to 1745 Scandinavian artefacts from southern Scotland and northern England: cultural contacts, interactions and identities in peripheral areas of Scandinavian settlement settlement strategies in Bronze Age southwestern Cyprus operations analysis of Second World War Squadrons in Scotland including a new methodology for aircraft wreck excavation an assessment of the impact and contribution of metal detectorists to battlefield archaeology culture contact and exchange in Iron Age North Sardinia. Please contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ archaeology/staff.

Gaining vital fieldwork experience

For the last five years, a major focus of Professor Stephen Driscolls research has been the Strathearn Environs & Royal Forteviot (SERF) project in Perthshire. Lying close to the site of a royal palace occupied by the Pictish kings, the area is also the location of one of the major prehistoric ritual sites in eastern Scotland and as such, occupies a special place in history. The SERF project seeks to explore these two chronologically separate but physically linked episodes of landscape use. Professor Driscoll has long held an interest in the site: he originally came to Glasgow in 1989 from the USA to study for his PhD on this area and has remained at the University ever since. Inspiration for the SERF project came from an important collection of early medieval sculpture from the area and aerial photography that revealed crop marks indicating the presence of ditches and pits otherwise invisible to the eye. The project relies upon a range of archaeology expertise at the Universities of Glasgow and Aberdeen, as well as the input of historians and scientists, who help to analyse finds from the large prehistoric ritual complex that includes both ceremonial and burial monuments. In one burial site we found a Bronze Age tomb that contained flowers placed as a tribute on a grave, explains Professor Driscoll. These are the earliest flowers used as a tribute found anywhere in Britain, and we were only able to identify them because of the palaeobotanists who were part of our research team. We also work closely with historians because although theres not a lot of material from the ninth century, were interested in taking the story right through the Middle Ages. Professor Driscoll is keen to create opportunities for postgraduate students to participate in the SERF project, and funding from Historic Scotland, the Universitys Chancellors Fund and other outside agencies enables him to add an extra dimension to their educational experience. Theres a good interplay of expertise between our staff and our colleagues in Scottish history, Celtic and Gaelic, he says. We do a lot of teaching together, and we have long and fruitful research collaborations. Glasgow is certainly the best place in Scotland, and possibly Britain, for early medieval studies. The SERF project is a great opportunity for students to learn about working on a long-term research project and to gain some competence in fieldwork, which isnt usually part of the postgraduate experience. Its important in helping to prepare the student better for getting a job. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/stephendriscoll

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in archaeology, please contact Elaine Wilson, tel: +44 (0)141 330 5512 or email: elaine. wilson@glasgow.ac.uk.

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School of Humanities Archaeology: taught programmes Archaeological Studies

The Masters in Archaeological Studies provides a strong background in the methodological and theoretical approaches used in archaeology and the interplay between them. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The core courses provide a grounding in key archaeological principles that include: Practice: how we do archaeology, approaches to the discovery, excavation, recording and analysis of archaeological sites, and the organisation and structure of archaeology in the UK. Theory: the development of archaeological thinking, theoretical and interpretive frameworks used by archaeologists, and the ethical responsibilities of archaeologists. You will be encouraged to engage in practical activity, including fieldtrips in Scotland and beyond, and optional modules will allow further opportunities for site visits and lab work. The optional courses allow you to explore particular areas of study in more detail. You can chose three optional modules from a list of relevant courses associated with other MLitt/ PgDip degrees offered in archaeology and more widely across the University. These courses draw upon the expertise of the contributing staff and the options may therefore vary slightly depending on staff availability. You will produce a dissertation on a topic agreed between you and your convener. This research project is undertaken between May and September with the support of a member of staff. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. In addition, you must have acquired some archaeological excavation experience. If you do not have this experience we can offer the opportunity to participate in our field school during the summer prior to entry. Core courses: The art of war; Battlefield and conflict archaeology; Research skills. Optional courses: You need to choose three options in all; you can select one or both from the following: Early modern warfare (16th century to World War I); British battlefields; or from any of the specialist courses offered in the archaeology or war studies programmes. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification in archaeology or another relevant subject (for example geography, geology, history or environmental science); or suitable practical experience.

Celtic & Viking Archaeology

This Masters provides an introduction to the theoretical and practice approaches to early medieval archaeology, based on our research strengths in the settlements and material culture of Celtic, Pictish and Viking peoples, and in the archaeology of kingship and political development. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take two core courses and three optional courses. For the MLitt you will produce a dissertation on a specialist topic agreed with your supervisor. The core courses provide you with a strong theoretical background to the study of early medieval archaeology, examining themes such as burial, settlement and religion through a series of case studies. You will also receive training and support in a variety of research methods including library skills, humanities computing, writing and presenting papers. Core courses: Research skills; Approaches to Celtic and Viking archaeology. Optional courses: Three optional courses must be selected, two of which from the following: Themes in early medieval Scottish archaeology; Early Christian monuments of Scotland; Early medieval artefacts; Viking and late Norse artefacts; Norse in the North Atlantic, AD 8001500; Viking and late Norse British Isles. You may also choose one of the following options: Thematic studies: any one of the thematic courses offered via other MLitt programmes, by agreement with the course convener, which may include courses available via other Masters programmes within the University (most relevant are those offered as part of Celtic studies and Scottish Medieval studies); Artefact studies: any one of the specialist courses offered in the MLitt Material Culture & Artefact Studies; Multimedia analysis and design or 2D digitisation. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification in archaeology or another relevant subject (for example geography, geology, history or environmental science); or suitable practical experience.

Material culture in conflict

Jennifer Novotny found the perfect place to pursue her interest in conflict archaeology at the University of Glasgow. Having originally come to Glasgow for the taught Masters programme, Jennifer is now in the final year of her PhD. I fell in love with Glasgow, she says. The people who are specialising in these areas are the best at what they do and thats the reason you do a postgraduate degree, to work with outstanding people in specific subject areas. Jennifer is interested in the material culture of the Jacobite rebellions. Looking at objects of domestic material culture, her aim is to explore the way that conflict and violence are represented in everyday materials. By studying items that are curated in museums throughout Scotland, she is putting together artefact biographies, finding out more about these objects and interpreting them. Im really interested in the way that people expressed themselves through these objects in the time period of the 18th century, but also how we use them today as a way of understanding that period, and what they mean for modern society, she explains. So my research is about that interaction between people and objects. Archaeology is an interdisciplinary subject area, drawing on expertise from academic disciplines such as humanities, sciences and anthropology. We have a very collaborative research environment, says Jennifer. The community here is one of the strongest incentives for coming to Glasgow. The staff and postgraduates are supportive and the mix of different interest areas leads to a cross-pollination of ideas. Its a really rich and fulfilling place to be working.

Battlefield & Conflict Archaeology

The Masters in Battlefield & Conflict Archaeology specialises in the archaeological approaches to battlefields and other aspects of conflict archaeology. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The taught programme consists of three core courses which will provide a general framework for the archaeological study of battlefields and other aspects of conflict archaeology, accompanied by three more specialised optional courses. For the MLitt you will produce a dissertation on a specialist topic agreed with your supervisor.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/archaeology Landscape: Integrated Research & Practice

This Masters takes an integrated approach to landscape theory, practice and policy. It will prepare you for a career in landscape research or in practice and policy within landscape, heritage and environment contexts. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take three core courses and choose optional courses based on the areas you wish to specialise in, and there will be a significant component of independent work relating to a dissertation or professional development project. You are taught in an integrated and interdisciplinary manner by staff from a range of subject areas in the arts, sciences and social sciences. The core courses are taught through a combination of seminars and fieldtrips. Core courses: Landscape theory; Landscape practice; Skills for landscape researchers and professionals. A range of optional courses is available, from subjects including but not limited to: archaeology; Celtic & Gaelic; earth sciences; history; human geography; literature; urban studies (eg governance, planning, public policy, regeneration, urban design). Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. (AD 7501350). Optional courses drawn from other programmes across the University can be taken by agreement with your convener. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification in archaeology or another relevant subject (for example geography, geology, history or environmental science); or suitable practical experience.

Mediterranean Archaeology
This Masters will engage you with the dynamic archaeology of Mediterranean, west Asian and European cultures of all periods, as well as key theoretical, interpretative and methodological issues. You will integrate evidence and approaches from a variety of disciplines and explore the close involvement between archaeology and contemporary society. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take one core course and three optional courses. For the MLitt you will produce a dissertation on a specialist topic agreed with your supervisor. The core course establishes a framework for the study of Mediterranean archaeology by outlining various aspects of human settlement, society and economy in the Mediterranean, from prehistory to the early modern period. You will participate in a series of seminar discussions led by the teaching staff, which include readings, tutorials, practical sessions and your own presentations. The optional courses allow you to explore particular areas, and include such topics as: Mediterranean landscape archaeology; Aspects of production and exchange in the Aegean and Central Mediterranean Bronze Age; Rituals, feasts and festivals: power, community and consumption in the East Mediterranean and the Near East. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification in archaeology or another relevant subject (for example geography, geology, history or environmental science); or suitable practical experience.

I came to Glasgow to do a taught Masters degree. I stayed for the PhD because there are so many opportunities for development. I have taken a number of workshops offered by the graduate school and become active with eSharp, the online postgraduate journal. Erin McGuire, former PhD student

Material Culture & Artefact Studies

This Masters combines the archaeological recovery and specialist examination of an object with its presentation, management and understanding within a cultural context. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The taught component consists of core courses and optional courses. Assessment is normally focused on written performance, but oral presentation skills and other modes of assessment allow you to develop skills in a number of formats. This is in addition to the practical emphasis on developing your ability to interpret and analyse artefacts. For the MLitt you can opt to do either a dissertation or an extended work placement (assessed by student diary, portfolio and either a research report or a student exhibition design). Core courses: Material culture in context; The process of artefact studies. Optional courses include such topics as: Lithic analysis; Working with pottery; Critical themes in the display and reception of objects; Early medieval artefacts; Viking and late Norse artefacts

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School of Culture & Creative Arts

Art History
The University of Glasgow is the UKs leading centre for the study of history of art. Our expertise covers all major European art historical periods from Antiquity, the Middle Ages and Renaissance, to Romanticism, Realism, Modernism, and contemporary art, and we have strengths in technical art history and textile conservation.
Contact Dr Ailsa Boyd, Postgraduate Administrator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 2892 Email: arthistory@glasgow.ac.uk Also see: www.christieseducation.com/london_grad programmes.html

Research environment
If you study with us, you will learn from worldleading researchers, enabling you to develop expert knowledge in specialist areas. An impressive 85% of our research is rated as worldleading or internationally excellent, according to the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise, which ranks history of art at Glasgow the highest of all universities in the UK. Research strengths: the decorative art and design of the 19th20th century textile conservation and technical art history Chinese art medieval and Renaissance studies. Research centre: Centre for Textile Conservation & Technical Art History. Our Institute of Art History draws together research in the subject from across the University, including postgraduate students, honorary and academic staff within the School of Culture & Creative Arts, and the Universitys own Hunterian Art Gallery. In addition, we have an associated institution based in London: Christies Education (CEDU). This is a subsidiary of Christies International, the auction house founded by James Christie in the 18th century. The University has run joint programmes with Christies since 1987 and the University accredits postgraduate programmes including: The Arts of China; The Arts of Europe; Art, Style & Design; and Modern and Contemporary Art. A new joint PhD programme enables supervision in both Glasgow and London.

a lecture series delivered by leading art and design historians, conservators and other visiting academics. Members can use the institute as a forum for debate, or to discuss forthcoming projects in an informal workshop setting. All of our students benefit from being based in one of the most inspirational and accessible cities for art and design in the UK. You can gain handson experience and vital practical skills as part of your degree programme within The Hunterian, our museum and art gallery based on campus. We also have a number of collaborative links with Glasgow Life, which is the body responsible for the citys public galleries and museums. This partnership provides unique research and placement opportunities within the citys outstanding collections.

Career prospects
Career opportunities include positions in curation, digitisation and research within museums, galleries and other cultural and heritage institutions. Students who opt for the MLitt or PgDip at our associate institution, Christies Education (CEDU), are trained for an MLitt in Art-World Practice, which includes an Auction House cataloguing examination and professional report writing skills. All our postgraduate degree programmes also provide an excellent platform for an academic career. Our staff are involved in many research projects with partner organisations, which create networking links and opportunities for work placements. As a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research student, you may be able to benefit from our major Arts and Humanities Research Council funded projects on Whistler and Charles Rennie Mackintosh, our EU collaborative research projects on online performing arts collections and contemporary museology, and our partnerships with the National Inventory of Continental and European Paintings and Public Catalogue Foundation.

The Universitys Centre for Textile Conservation & Technical Art History is an internationally significant research and education hub. Resources include workrooms for students, a wet lab, dye lab, chemistry lab and analytical lab. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/textile conservationtechnicalarthistory.

Learning environment
Glasgow offers a highly stimulating learning environment. Study is complemented by a lively programme of research seminars, which postgraduates contribute to on a regular basis. In addition, our Institute of Art History offers

Resources and facilities

Founded in 1807, The Hunterian is Scotlands oldest public museum and one of the leading university collections in the UK. Our History of Art Resource Centre has more than 5,000 books, selected periodical holdings and 15,000 exhibition and gallery catalogues. In addition, there is a wealth of resources available for study, including a world-class collection of medieval and Renaissance manuscripts and early printed books in the University library.

Funding and scholarships

You can find information about the latest funding opportunities for students in the College of Arts at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/historyofart Research programmes

If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. Our research degrees are: MRes: Master of Research, a flexible programme offering a combination of taught and research components, dissertation length 17,00030,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. All of these research degrees offer unique opportunities for object-based learning using outstanding local collections and archives, as well as training in research methods and skills. We welcome students from a variety of backgrounds, working on areas of specialist interest using methods from the arts, humanities and social sciences, including, where appropriate, research through practice. Areas of research interest which could offer opportunities for research supervision include: European art historical periods, particularly medieval, Renaissance, 17th, 18th and 19th centuries Modernist studies, particularly Dada and Surrealism Chinese art and culture the development and application of art theory, particularly gender and post-1945 collecting practices, collections and museums technical art history: interdisciplinary research into artists materials, methods, and studio practice in past and present, artists intent, authenticity and authentication material culture studies, particularly decorative art and design history dress textile history textile conservation and textile conservation science. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/subjects/historyofart/staff.

Exploring how museums transmit cultural identity

History of art Lecturer Dr Sabine Wieber is used to being called a nomad. Born and raised in Germany, she studied as an undergraduate in Canada and the US, completed her PhD in Chicago, took up a postdoctoral post at Birbeck and was a lecturer at Roehampton before arriving in Glasgow in 2010. Few places had a bigger draw for Dr Wieber, and at last she has found herself putting down roots in Scotland. The University of Glasgow is one of the few places where I can practise as a design historian within the parameters of a history of art department, says Dr Wieber. That Glasgow was the most highly rated history of art department in the country in the last Research Assessment Exercise was another wonderful enticement. I was also very attracted to the cultural geography of the city. Although my focus is Central Europe from 1890 to 1918, Glasgow was also very progressive at that time, and its the only Art Nouveau city in the UK to have so many buildings from that era still standing. Dr Wieber has published on notions of national identity in Germany and the Habsburg Empire, and on gender identity and the history of science. She welcomes the shift from studies of medical history to medical humanity: an area to which she contributes via her research into female body ideals. International networks and migration comprise another area of interest one thats led to Dr Wiebers involvement in the European Museums and Libraries in the Age of Migration (MeLa) project. With funding of 2.5 million from the European Commission, the MeLa project brings together nine European partners to investigate and compare the role of major public museums and libraries in addressing contemporary challenges such as globalisation, European integration and new media. The University became involved when Dr Wiebers colleague, Ms Perla Innocenti, was invited to be the projects Principal Investigator. Dr Wiebers own contribution is to consider the physical and ideological structure of museums in accommodating and also representing the changing make-up of society. For Dr Wieber, one of Glasgows greatest strengths is its museums in part because of the work placements they can potentially offer students. Postgraduate study is both about the intellectual journey that youll be undertaking and the kind of pastoral environment youll immerse yourself in. As a student you should think very carefully not only about working with a particular person in the department but also about the kind of resources available to you, she advises. The library, archives and special collections here are incredible. We are forever competing with London, but as a much smaller city, Glasgow has more tightly knit cultural communities. Opportunities to build relationships in the art world are much more readily available to our students. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/sabinewieber

Contact us
For a list of current research opportunities in history of art, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ instituteofarthistory/pgresearchopportunities. If you have an enquiry about a research degree in history of art, please contact Jeanette Berrie, tel: +44 (0)141 330 3811 or email: jeanette. berrie@glasgow.ac.uk.

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School of Culture & Creative Arts Art History: taught programmes Art History: Art: Politics: Transgression: 20th Century Avant-Gardes
This Masters is concerned with outlining and critically evaluating the concept of the avant-garde both theoretically and in terms of its applicability to representative areas of 20th-century art. Dealing with art from the early 20th century to the present, you will investigate concepts such as historical avant-garde, neoavant-garde, and post-avant-garde, paying close attention to the theorists who have elaborated these ideas. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Closely focused on the visual and historical specificities of the subject, the core teaching will have you examining the politically oppositional and transgressive impulses of the avant-garde. Core courses: Research methods in practice; Theories of the avant-garde; Readings in Duchamp: anti-art, blasphemy, sexuality; Art, embodiment, transgression; Dada in Switzerland and Germany. Optional courses: You may choose from: a Humanities Advanced Technology & Information Institute (HATII) course: 2D Digitisation (theory and practice); a course from the MLitt Modernities: Modernism, modernity and post-modernity run by English literature; a course from elsewhere in the College of Arts, subject to the approval of the convener, or from courses run by history of art: Art in the making: modern and avant-garde techniques; Independent study; Work placement. Entry requirements: Normally, at least a 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in history of art or a related academic subject. Core courses: Research methods in practice; Framing dress and textile histories; 19th-century dress and textiles; Making dress and textile histories; 18th-century dress. Optional courses: You may choose from the following options: a Humanities Advanced Technology & Information Institute (HATII) course: 2D Digitisation (theory and practice); a course from elsewhere in the College of Arts, subject to the approval of the programme convener, or from these courses run by history of art: Understanding textiles; Work placement; Hunterian placement; Independent study. Entry requirements: Normally, at least a 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in history of art or a related academic subject.

Art History: International Art Nouveau

At the turn of the last century, Glasgow artists, architects and designers were central to the articulation of a modern style now known as International Art Nouveau. This Masters introduces you to practitioners and theorists active in different international locations. The UKs only Art Nouveau city, Glasgow offers a wealth of resources and archives to support object-based study and fieldtrips. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take five core courses and one optional course and complete a dissertation. Core courses: Research methods in practice; Reading International Art Nouveau; The authentic art work; The artistic house; Whistler, Impressionism and European avant-gardes. Optional courses: You may choose from: a Humanities Advanced Technology & Information Institute (HATII) course: 2D Digitisation (theory and practice); a course from elsewhere in the College of Arts, subject to the approval of the convener, or from these courses run by history of art: Hunterian placement; Independent study; Work placement. Entry requirements: Normally, at least a 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in history of art or a related academic subject.

Art History: History of Collecting & Collections

This Masters introduces you to the histories of collections and collecting as well as their display historically and in the present. It will address cultures of collecting in Europe, and more specifically Britain, from the 16th century onwards. You will examine collecting as part of aristocratic and court life, as well as forms of civic enterprise and private philanthropy or pleasure. You will explore the origins of public museums and trace the development of spectacular temporary exhibitions of national progress and empire in the 19th century through to the heritage culture and industry of the post-modern era. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take five core courses and one optional course and complete a dissertation. You will also have the opportunity to take part in a week-long fieldtrip around historic York/Oxford; visiting landed estates and country seats, ruins and stone circles. Core courses: Research methods in practice; Cultures of collecting; Antiquarianism. Optional courses: You must choose one of: Collecting landscape or Collecting East Asian art (awaiting approval). Then you may choose: a Humanities Advanced Technology & Information Institute (HATII) course: 2D Digitisation (theory and practice); a course from elsewhere in the College of Arts, subject to the approval of the programme convener, or from these courses run by history of art: Collecting landscape; Collecting East Asian art (awaiting approval); Independent study; Hunterian placement; Work placement. Entry requirements: Normally, at least a 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in history of art or a related academic subject.

Art, Style & Design

This Masters aims to stimulate your critical awareness, engendering a creative and informed understanding of art-world practice. You will be introduced to museum and auction house systems for classifying objects and study different models of museum and gallery display. This programme is based at Christies Education, London. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time Core courses: Core lecture series c1450c1960, which underpins all components of the programme; UK and international study trips, included in the basic fee; Object-based study; Cataloguing to auction house and museum standards. MLitt components: Gallery and curatorial studies; Culture and ideology seminars; Methodology seminars; Thesis: your opportunity to create an exhibition on a small group of objects, independently researched and catalogued, using the key academic and professional skills you have learned on the programme. PgDip components: Art market, gallery and museum studies; Research project: you will either make a proposal for an exhibition or write about a single work of art. Entry requirements: An undergraduate university degree, university transcripts, two letters of recommendation and a personal statement.

Art History: Dress & Textile Histories

The Masters in Dress & Textile Histories creates specialists in the curation, interpretation and preservation of dress and textiles in museums, costume departments, archives and historic interiors. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The taught component consists of five core courses and one optional course. This is followed by supervised research and writing towards a dissertation. You will also undertake a five-day study trip to see collections in a UK city. In-house specialists and visiting researchers and practitioners will give lectures. These lectures will be enhanced with seminar discussions, some based in museums and galleries, giving you the opportunity to present your ideas and discuss them with classmates in a supportive but challenging environment.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/historyofart Arts of China

This Masters aims to stimulate your critical awareness, engendering a creative and informed understanding of art-world practice. You will be introduced to museum and auction house systems for classifying objects and study different models of museum and gallery display. This programme is based at Christies Education, London. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months fulltime Courses: Core lecture series Chinese Art 1700 BCAD 1799, which underpins all components of the programme; Study trips, including a trip to China, included in the basic fee; Objectbased study; Cataloguing to auction house and museum standards. MLitt components: Gallery & curatorial studies; Culture & ideology seminars; Methodology seminars; Thesis: your opportunity to create an exhibition on a small group of objects, independently researched and catalogued. PgDip components: Art market, gallery & museum studies; Research project: you will either make a proposal for an exhibition, choosing the objects to be displayed, or write about a single work of art, placing it in context through your own original research. Entry requirements: An undergraduate university degree, university transcripts, two letters of recommendation and a personal statement.

Modern & Contemporary Art

This Masters in Modern & Contemporary Art aims to stimulate your critical awareness, engendering a creative and informed understanding of art-world practice. You will be introduced to museum and auction house systems for classifying objects and study different models of museum and gallery display. This programme is based at Christies Education, London. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months fulltime Core lecture series: Modern, anti-modern, postmodern: which underpins all components of the programme. UK and international study trips, included in the basic fee; Object-based study; Cataloguing to auction house and museum standards. MLitt components: Gallery & curatorial studies; Culture & ideology seminars; Methodology seminars; Thesis: your opportunity to create an exhibition on a small group of objects, independently researched and catalogued. PgDip components: Art market, gallery & museum studies; Art history seminars; Research project: you will select and source a stimulating group of works for exhibition, design a display for a specific venue and produce strategies for the marketing, interpretation and financial aspects of the project. Entry requirements: An undergraduate university degree, university transcripts, two letters of recommendation and a personal statement.

Optional courses: You may choose from: a Humanities Advanced Technology & Information Institute (HATII) course: 2D Digitisation (theory and practice); a course from elsewhere in the College of Arts, subject to the approval of the programme convener, or from these courses run by history of art: Work placement; Independent study; Hunterian placement. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in history of art or a related subject is required.

Textile Conservation
Textile conservation is a multidisciplinary subject which combines academic knowledge with cultural awareness, aesthetic sensitivity and technical skill. This MPhil is both an academic programme and professional training; it will give you a framework of theoretical knowledge and a range of practical experience which will enable you to contribute to the understanding and preservation of culturally significant textile artefacts. Programme overview MPhil: 24 months full-time; 48 months part-time You will take core courses over two semesters in each year, with a work placement in the summer between the first and second years. You will write up your dissertation over the second summer. The core courses will develop an understanding of the practical skills used in textile conservation; related practical skills including dyeing and photography; the science underpinning textile deterioration and conservation treatments; preventive conservation techniques; the technological, cultural, historic and aesthetic contexts of textile artefacts; the place of conservation in the wider cultural sector. Core courses: Year 1: Research methods in practice; Principles and practice: core skills and ethics; Material cultures; Principles and practice: developing skills; Preventive conservation; Understanding textiles: technology; Placement. Year 2: Principles and practice: advanced skills; Conservation in practice; Deconstructing the artefact; Principles and practice: conservation projects; Professional practice; Project management; Dissertation. Entry requirements: An Honours degree, at 2.1 or above, or international equivalent. GCSE or Higher/international equivalent chemistry qualification. A pass in the International Academic Projects distance-learning course Chemistry for Conservators is an acceptable alternative. See www.academicprojects.co.uk. Good manual skills, demonstrated by examples, preferably of stitching, should be brought to interview.

Arts of Europe
This Masters in Arts of Europe aims to stimulate your critical awareness, engendering a creative and informed understanding of art-world practice. You will be introduced to museum and auction house systems for classifying objects and study different models of museum and gallery display. This programme is based at Christies Education, London. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months fulltime Core courses: Core lecture series c3000 BCAD 1527, which underpins all components of the programme; UK and international study trips, included in the basic fee; Object-based study; Cataloguing to auction house and museum standards. MLitt components: Gallery & curatorial studies; Culture & ideology seminars; Methodology seminars; Thesis: your opportunity to create an exhibition on a small group of objects, independently researched and catalogued. PgDip components: Art market, gallery & museum studies; Research project: you will either make a proposal for an exhibition, choosing the objects to be displayed, or write about a single work of art, placing it in context through your own original research. Entry requirements: An undergraduate university degree, university transcripts, two letters of recommendation and a personal statement.

Technical Art History: Making & Meaning

Technical art history explores the physical materials and structures of art works and how they are prepared, used, combined and manipulated in the past and present. It engages in the stages of invention, realisation and revision. It looks into methods of authentication but also debates issues of authenticity in terms of materials, context and concept. It is a growing field of interdisciplinary research combining art history with conservation, science and other disciplines. With a focus on object-based research, this Masters provides you with the skills to work with collections and engage in interdisciplinary dialogue within a museum, gallery and cultural heritage context. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The programme includes taught and research components as well as practical workshops and work placements. You will take five core courses and one optional course. This is followed by a period of self-study towards a dissertation. Core courses: Research methods in practice; Art in the making: historical techniques; Art in the making: modern and avant-garde techniques; The authentic art work; Testimonies on artists practice: documentary and visual sources.

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School of Humanities

Classics
The study of classics has been central to the University of Glasgow since its foundation in 1451. Today, our research spans the Greek and Roman worlds, with particular focus on drama, fictional and historical narrative, rhetoric and politics, and the receptions of classical antiquity.
Contact Christelle Le Riguer, Research Administrator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 3538 Email: christelle.leriguer@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
The University of Glasgow has a thriving research culture in the subject of classics, with resources that are among the best in the UK. In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise, 75% of our research was rated at international standard or above. Staff research interests cover the full range of the discipline, from Homer to Late Antiquity, from Republican politics to modern reception. We organise our research around four main themes in the study of ancient Greece and Rome: drama (comedy, tragedy, mime) historical and fictional narrative politics (with notable expertise in rhetoric) the receptions of classical antiquity. Cross-cutting issues include the interpretative challenges posed by fragmentary texts, in which our scholars have particularly wide experience comedy, historiography and oratory in particular. The subject area is home to a 1m ERC-funded research project on the fragments of Roman Republican oratory. Staff are also working with colleagues in history on an AHRC-funded project on Scottish Latin poetry, the Delitiae Poetarum Scotorum.

hands-on research events over the course of the academic year. To find out more about some of our recent events, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/events/ classicsevents. There are a number of societies that serve to enrich the culture of classics at the University, linking staff with students, teachers and the wider classical community in the West of Scotland and beyond. These include: the Classical Association of Scotland the Scottish Hellenic Society the Alexandrian Society. In addition, the St Andrews, Glasgow and Edinburgh postgraduate association (STAGE) organises the annual Scottish Classics Postgraduate Conference. Glasgow postgraduates regularly participate in the programme of UK-wide postgraduate meetings in ancient history, literature and reception (AMPAH, AMPAL, AMPRAW).

Resources and facilities

There are a number of attractions to studying for a postgraduate degree in classics at Glasgow. The citys civic collections are some of the richest and most diverse in Europe and many have international standing. As a student, you can also benefit from access to a host of resources on campus, from the very well-stocked University library, to The Hunterian museum with its notably fine coin collection, to a major centre in humanities computing. There is a dedicated postgraduate study space for classics students, which makes available an extensive research collection, now augmented by a bequest from the late Professor Douglas MacDowell.

Learning environment
Postgraduates play a full role in the research culture of our subject, with a regular programme of seminars, workshops and reading groups. During regular research seminars you can benefit from contributions by leading classicists from across the UK and beyond. In addition to the more formal sessions, you can also enjoy opportunities to learn and network by participating in our lively programme of informal,

Career prospects
The diversity of our approach means that if you choose to study with us, you will develop a broad range of intellectual and transferable skills that employers are looking for. A distinctive feature of our postgraduate programmes is the opportunity to begin or continue the study of Latin or Greek, which enables students who have not had a traditional classical education to acquire the linguistic skills you may need if you intend to progress to an academic career in higher research in classics. Over half of our Masters students proceed to a PhD. Glasgow PhD graduates currently hold university posts in the UK, rest of Europe, US and Africa. Other recent career destinations have included teaching, librarianship and the heritage sector.

Funding and scholarships

You can find information about the latest funding opportunities for students in the College of Arts at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/classics Research programmes

If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. You can complete a PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) in three years full-time or five years part-time study. PhD postgraduates pursue specialised projects under the supervision of two members of staff and produce a doctoral thesis of no more than 100,000 words. We also offer three Masters programmes by research. The MLitt(R) is completed in two years full-time study or three years part-time study, supervised by two members of staff. The dissertation should be no more than 50,000 words. The MPhil(R) is completed in one year full-time study or two years part-time study, with a dissertation of 30,00040,000 words. The MRes (Master of Research) is a one-year programme full-time (two years part-time), which offers a combination of taught and research components. It allows you to acquire the specialist knowledge and skills to complete a substantial piece of research. It is particularly useful for those considering doctoral study. The MRes is assessed primarily by a dissertation on a topic of your choice (17,00030,000 words). There are additional assessed taught courses in research methods, specialised subjects directly related to your proposed dissertation topic, or courses that provide the opportunity to begin or continue the study of Latin or Greek. Staff members would be delighted to supervise topics within any of the subjects main research themes, or in any other areas where they have research interests. Recent topics have included studies of: religion and politics in the Roman Republic the politics of Ostrogothic Italy the modern reception of Greek tragedy Greek medicine masculinity and the classical monster the construction of the hoplite Roman eschatology Greek and Roman numismatics (in conjunction with The Hunterian, our University museum and art gallery). You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/subjects/classics/staff.

Classics: taught programme Classics

This Masters programme enables you to acquire and develop skills as an independent researcher in the field of classics. We offer a broad range of options which can either be used to construct a self-contained programme of study or act as the springboard for doctoral research. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time We welcome applicants whose first degree is not in classics. It is possible to either begin or develop the study of Latin or Greek in this programme. Core courses: Research training; Dissertation. Optional courses: Inventing the clash of civilisations; Explorations in the classical tradition; International relations and foreign policy in the ancient world; Democracy and governance: ancient political theory; Greek tragedy; Greek comedy; Roman drama in performance; Greek and Roman mime; Thucydides. Optional courses depend on staff availability and student numbers. They are available both in translation and in the original. You can also take courses in elementary and advanced Greek and Latin language courses. You may also choose to take a classical archaeology pathway, in collaboration with the archaeology subject area. You can also select approved courses from our Honours programmes (with modified assessment). Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. For more information: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ postgraduate/taught

Understanding the Roman Republic

In a five-year ERC-funded project led by Professor Catherine Steel, Glasgow researchers are examining textual records of fragments of Republican oratory that remain from public speakers other than Cicero the most well-documented orator. The aim is to achieve a better comprehension of how the Roman Republic might have worked in practice. Many fragments of oratory were originally brought together in a volume edited by Malcovati, first published before the Second World War. Whilst its an exceptionally useful book, its very austere, says Professor Steel. Theres no commentary and its written in Latin. These practical issues mean it would be great to have a new edition. The aim is not just to redo Malcovati in a more user-friendly way, Professor Steel explains. Its nice to have a fragment of what somebody might have said, but its just as important in understanding how the Republic functioned to know the occasions on which people spoke, even if you dont have any record of what was said. Were going to be consistent in including this kind of evidence that, I think, is the key intellectual contribution of this project. For the first time we will have a comprehensive conspectus of public speech in the Republican period. The team plan to publish a print edition and create a searchable database that could potentially be used to map the locations of speech across the city of Rome as well as to classify materials in terms of time and type of speech, transforming the approach to Roman history. Now is a very good time to come to Glasgow, says Professor Steel. We have some exciting researchers working in the fields of drama, politics and political history, and were well placed to make these links about why Latin still matters. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/catherinesteel

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in classics, please contact Christelle Le Riguer, tel: +44 (0)141 330 3538 or email: christelle. leriguer@glasgow.ac.uk.

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School of Culture & Creative Arts

Cultural Policy & Media Management

At the University of Glasgow Centre for Cultural Policy Research, our mission is to produce world-class analytical, theoretical and empirical research that contributes to public debate on cultural, communications and media policies in Scotland, the UK, the EU, and globally.
Contact Professor Gillian Doyle, Senior Lecturer in Cultural and Media Policy Tel: +44 (0)141 330 3558 Email: gillian.doyle@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
With 85% of our work classified either as worldleading or internationally excellent according to the most recent Research Assessment Exercise (RAE 2008), our Centre for Cultural Policy Research (CCPR) is one of the top-ranking research centres of its kind in the UK. We are internationally connected in the academic world and have excellent relationships with policymakers, cultural agencies and the media and communications industries. Our aim is to be a highly respected source of critical analysis, and we value our role as an independent voice. The CCPR operates with a broad understanding of cultural policy as an institutional space shaped by the conjunction of culture, politics and economics. Our current staff research agenda focuses on: creative economy policies media management and media economics media regulation and cultural policy in the UK and EU media and representations of business media, journalism and sport journalism.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to learn from presentations given by experienced industry figures. In recent years we have had speakers from the BBC, Channel 4 TV, the Financial Times, UK Communications regulator Ofcom, ACT Europe, MTV Europe, the Sunday Herald, the Press Complaints Commission and the British Film Institute. Honorary Professors on the degree programme include David Booth of MTV, Chris Llewellyn, President of FIPP (the worldwide magazine media association) and Ross Biggam, Director of ACT (the Association for Commercial Television Broadcasters in Europe). The CCPR runs programmes of events during term-time which typically include research seminars, visiting speakers, PhD workshops and guest lectures on our Masters programmes. Where relevant to your work, you will be able to attend such events and have the chance to exchange knowledge and ideas with others researching in cognate areas. To find out more about our recent events, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ccpr/newsandevents.

Learning environment
If you choose to study with us, you will be taught by a team of specialist experts from the CCPR, the Adam Smith Business School and the School of Law. The CCPR is led by Professor Philip Schlesinger, who was the founding Director of Stirling Media Research Institute, and our staff include Professor Raymond Boyle, who has an international reputation for research in the area of media and sport, and Professor Gillian Doyle, who was responsible for setting up the UKs first Masters programme in the area of media management and economics.

Career prospects
You will be prepared for a range of management careers across the media sector, including economics, business strategy, media policy, intellectual property rights and marketing. At the same time, our programmes offer an academically engaging and rewarding experience, allowing you to embark on policy advisory and consultancy roles or to pursue a career in academia.

Funding and scholarships

You can find information about the latest funding opportunities for students in the College of Arts at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding.

Professor Raymond Boyle and Dr Lisa Kelly have recently completed a two-year study into the popularity of programmes such as The Apprentice and Dragons Den in order to discover what they have to say about being in business and how audiences engage with them. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/raymondboyle.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/ccpr Research programmes

If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. Our research degrees are: MRes: Master of Research, a flexible programme offering a combination of taught and research components, dissertation length 17,00030,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. Our dedicated and well-resourced postgraduate teaching and research centre is home to a thriving cohort of postgraduate research students. We welcome applications to undertake studies for higher degrees in the following broad areas of staff interest and specialism: creativity and innovation in the cultural and media industries cultural and national identities and communications in the global context evaluation of the social impact of arts intervention evidence-based policy-making media management and media economics media regulation and cultural policy in the UK and EU media and representations of business media, journalism and sport. Projects under way at present include: the Edinburgh International Festival broadcasting in the UK and Iran creative industries policy in Korea museums policy in Taiwan and Scotland public art projects and rural development in Scotland Sri Lankan heritage youth, migration and television journalism in China the gaming audience the film critic in the digital age diasporic identities and television discourses of casual and hardcore in digital games. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ccpr/staff.

Cultural Policy & Media Management: taught programme Media Management

The Masters in Media Management examines the economic, managerial, legal and cultural frameworks within which media organisations and industries operate. If you are an aspiring or existing media manager, or have a strong interest in the media and creative sectors, this programme has been designed for you. It combines advanced-level media and management-related studies with a special focus on media economics and on media and cultural policy. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Media management involves a taught course (that runs from September to April) followed by an individual supervised dissertation. The taught component involves a combination of lectures, seminars and group-work sessions as well as regular presentations from senior and experienced figures in the media industry. You will be taught by specialist staff from the Centre for Cultural Policy Research and the Adam Smith Business School. Assessment is based primarily on individual written essays and assignments but also involves group-work projects, presentations and an examined element. Core courses: Media economics; Media and cultural policy; Strategy and organisational performance; Research methods. Options courses may include: International business strategy; Intellectual property law; Issues in audience management; Human resource management; Financial analysis. Entry requirements: The normal standard of admission is at least a 2.1 Honours degree. You are required to submit a personal statement of around 500 words explaining why you want to undertake the MSc in Media Management at Glasgow, in addition to an academic transcript, references, and linguistic proficiency documentation. If you do not meet the standard academic criteria but have substantial relevant professional experience, you will also be considered for entry to the programme. For more information: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ postgraduate/taught.

An international viewpoint
When Kyle Andrews made the decision to come to Glasgow from Los Angeles to take a Masters in Media Management, he saw it as a stepping stone towards attaining a more senior role and improving his earning power in the media industry. I consider myself very lucky because the Media Management programme also included classes in the Adam Smith Business School, though we were encouraged to think outside normal business terms to specifically consider the media perspective, says Kyle. I found myself becoming more attracted to the business side of things and decided to stay on to do a second Masters in International Business & Entrepreneurship. For Kyle, the opportunity to gain an insight into so many different cultures stands out as a real high point and defining characteristic of his time at Glasgow. Quite apart from being hugely positive on a personal level, this diversity has added a new dimension to his studies. Glasgow is one of the top 100 universities in the world, so it brings together some of the best and brightest students that the world has to offer, says Kyle. I wrote all of my projects alongside my three closest friends here from Spain, Romania and Hong Kong constantly bouncing information off one another. I hadnt appreciated that media policy differs so vastly between the US and UK, let alone across other countries. For others considering crossing the Atlantic to study here, cost neednt be the barrier that some perceive it to be. What many American students dont realise is that we can take out FASFA student loans, just as we would back home, to cover the cost of housing, tuition and living here, explains Kyle. On top of that you can apply for scholarships. I find it extremely impressive that Ive done two Masters degrees here for less than the cost of attending a US school offering a similar quality of education.

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in cultural policy, please contact Professor Raymond Boyle, tel: +44 (0)141 330 3812 or email: raymond.boyle@glasgow.ac.uk.

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School of Critical Studies

English Language & Literature

The University of Glasgow is one of the UKs oldest and most prestigious centres for the study of English language and literature. We offer world-leading expertise in modern English language and linguistics, Scots and English in Scotland, English historical linguistics, Renaissance studies, English and American literature, and creative writing. We work closely with our colleagues in Scottish Literature on their dedicated programme in Scottish & Celtic Studies.
Contact Meg MacDonald, Research Development Coordinator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 7493 Email: critstudies-pgenquiries@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
In the most recent independent review of research quality, the Research Assessment Exercise 2008, English language and literature at Glasgow were rated in the UKs top ten. In literary and cultural studies, we have a long-established research culture encompassing work in many areas. You can study all aspects of English and American literature from the early modern period onwards, and explore the links between literature and science, philosophy, technology and visual culture. Our interests may be broadly divided into four chronological fields: medieval studies (from the beginning to 1500); Renaissance studies (15001700); 18th-century, Romantic and Victorian studies (17001900); and modernism, contemporary literature and critical theory (1900). We also address crossperiod research themes, including colonial and postcolonial studies, American studies, Irish studies, medical humanities, translation, textual scholarship and editing, and creative writing. Our English language research engages with English and its cognate languages from medieval times to the present day. Glasgow has an international reputation for the historical study of English and medieval English textural cultures, linking the best of philological, literary-critical and linguistic traditions. Our academics are leading experts in the area of modern English language, using quantitative analysis of large online corpora as well as qualitative research in a variety of genres to identify and interpret language use across a wide range of contemporary spoken and written data. Research centres Centre for Robert Burns Studies Centre for Scottish & Celtic Studies Centre for Medical Humanities.

Learning environment
Our research and teaching is enriched by a varied programme of distinguished visiting speakers both scholars and creative writers. In addition, we host many major international conferences and run seminar series in language and literature. Our students can also benefit from taking part in a wide range of reading groups. A research and travel grant programme available through the College of Arts may enable you to take your work beyond Glasgow, presenting papers at national and international conferences.

Career prospects
Career opportunities for English language and literature postgraduates include teaching, publishing, journalism and lexicography. You may be able to take advantage of opportunities to establish or advance your career as a writer or editor, or to work in museums, schools and other related vocational areas. Other graduates have used their specialist knowledge to gain positions in the media or in business. Our programmes also provide an excellent platform for you to move on to an academic career.

Resources and facilities

Our University library is one of the most significant in the UK, and the resources and facilities available to English language and literature postgraduates are outstanding. Depending on your chosen subject area, you may be able to take advantage of access to: Glasgows Special Collections, one of the largest collections of medieval and Renaissance manuscripts and early printed books in the UK professional standard equipment for the analysis of speech data in the Glasgow University Laboratory of Phonetics a number of spoken corpora for linguistic analysis outstanding holdings in Victorian primary and critical sources.

Funding and scholarships

You can find information about the latest funding opportunities for students in the College of Arts at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding. For a list of current research funding in English literature, see: www.glasgow. ac.uk/englishliterature/postgraduate researchopportunities. For current research funding in English language and medieval literature, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/englishlanguage/ postgraduate researchopportunities.

In order to share their expertise and enhance their skills, postgraduates can engage with the Universitys museum and art gallery, The Hunterian, by applying to join the Hunterian Associates Programme. In 2012, a joint submission made by creative writing PhD student Celaen Chapman (pictured), and three others, has led to the launch of the Writers at The Hunterian project.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/englishlanguage or /englishliterature Research programmes

If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. Our research degrees are: MRes: Master of Research, a flexible programme offering a combination of taught and research components, dissertation length 17,00030,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. Our core commitment is to the practice of criticism, textual interpretation and the analysis of language. We welcome applications to undertake studies for higher degrees in the following broad areas of staff interest and specialism: English language historical English language, literature and medieval studies including manuscript studies, codicology, textual and editing, literary and gender criticism, historical linguistics Scottish language, including written literary Scots, speech in Scotland and translation studies modern English, including onomastics, semantics, phonetics, text analysis, sociolinguistics and intercultural language education. English literature colonial, postcolonial and disapora studies creative writing Irish studies medical humanities modernism, postmodernism and avant-garde culture Renaissance studies Romantic studies Victorian studies. For Scottish literature, please see page 64. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/englishlanguage/staff www.glasgow.ac.uk/englishliterature/staff.

Sounds of change
Dr Jane Stuart-Smith and a research team in the Universitys School of Critical Studies are investigating the evolution of the Glasgow accent over the course of the century using state-of-the-art acoustic imaging technology. Anyone having to deal with the spelling of English will have encountered traces of sound changes that have taken place in the past, explains Dr Stuart-Smith. We no longer pronounce k in knife, or gh in night, for example. Sound changes in progress may also be noticeable as variable pronunciations favoured by younger speakers: for example, the use of f for th in words like think. This fine-grained phonetic variability is a prerequisite for sound change. But despite being able to trace the outcome of changes over time in written historical records, and being able to observe variation in speech in detail at particular points in time, a fundamental aspect of sound change remains mysterious: how do patterns of fine phonetic variation over time contribute to sound change? The city of Glasgow has traditionally been an important centre for the study of sociolinguistics. Post-war urban regeneration led to social upheaval, which may also have created disturbances in linguistic patterning. The citys recent social history together with a distinctive dialect vocabulary make Glaswegian particularly suitable for investigating the interrelationships between fine phonetic variation and different aspects of language use. This latest research, Sounds of the City, is supported with a 235,000 grant from the Leverhulme Trust, and will study the evolution of speech in Glasgow over the course of the past century. The research team will reap the benefits of pioneering work carried out in the 1970s by Professor Ronald Macaulay, who recorded and catalogued numerous samples of Glaswegian speech, leaving behind a unique audio resource. Now, Dr Stuart-Smiths team can study phonetic change across the generations by applying new scientific research techniques to the old recordings. We will extend the methods of the real-time study of speech by building an electronic corpus of Glasgow dialect using a high-speed searchable database, and developing and applying the latest phonetic and statistical methods to analyse it, says Dr Stuart-Smith. Once the team has evidence of how the Glaswegian accent has changed, they will move on to looking at the part that linguistic and social factors may have played in this. Language change is known to result from the interplay of linguistic and social factors, Dr Stuart-Smith says. The actual linguistic context is important for whether a sound will change and how that might happen. At the same time, there are also many social pressures on language change, ranging from the kinds of social groups that people belong to, and whether speakers have the opportunity to mix with speakers of other dialects, to the kinds of social personae that people express and develop when they communicate with people every day. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/janestuart-smith

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in English language or literature, please contact Meg MacDonald, tel: +44 (0)141 330 7493 or email: critstudies-pgenquiries@glasgow.ac.uk.

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School of Critical Studies English Language & Literature: taught programmes Creative Writing (MLitt)
This Masters is for those talented and aspiring writers looking to develop the skills and creative habits required to have a career in writing and related fields such as editorial, bookselling and publishing. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; MLitt (distance learning): 12 months full-time This programme is directed at those who are already engaged in writing. The aims of the programme are: to allow you to experiment with a range of voices, techniques and genres alongside a consideration of major creative and editorial engagements from the modern through the contemporary period; to develop a critical understanding of diverse creative, theoretic and critical texts; to provide a space in which an extended portfolio of creative and editorial work may be undertaken; to familiarise you with the writing context (audience, publishing in all its forms, the legal framework, modes of transmission); and, most importantly, to subject you to the discipline of regular writing by providing a stimulating workshop and tutorial environment in which writing skills can be acquired, discussed and honed. The distance learning programme is the same as the campus version, but with tutorials and workshops conducted online (or by telephone and email in the case of tutorials). You will have the opportunity to participate in sessions with campus-based students. Your portfolio, consisting of poetry, fiction, life-writing or script-writing, is at the heart of the summative assessment. Entry requirements: You will normally have a 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent), though this is not a prerequisite. The primary basis for admission is the appraisal of a portfolio of your creative work. You submit a portfolio of original work (poetry, fiction, life-writing or other prose, drama, and in some instances a portfolio of work in or of translation). Letters of reference and other documentation are also considered. Your referees should include an academic and a creative referee where possible. Where this is not possible, you can provide referees from other areas who can vouch that you are who you say you are and that your work and achievements are your own. It is particularly helpful if these referees are familiar with your writing and can provide references on that basis. A maximum of 30 pages (one side only, double spaced throughout) per submission will be considered, and the portfolio can contain prose, verse, script, or a combination of these.

Creative Writing (MFA)

The Glasgow MLitt in Creative Writing is one of the most celebrated writing programmes in the UK, and this Master of Fine Arts builds on its success with a second year spent gaining the skills and qualification necessary to teach creative writing. Programme overview MFA: 24 months full-time In Year 1 you will take the existing and internationally recognised MLitt programme. The clear three-part structure, focused on creative, critical and practical issues, distinguishes this Masters from the others offered in the UK. In Year 2, you will follow the structured programme of the Creative Writing PhD, plus sessions focusing on development of your teaching skills. In both years you will have substantial access to one-to-one tutorials with writers on staff. A portfolio of your writing (up to 50,000 words) is to be submitted by the end of your second year and subject to external examination. You will participate in seminars that investigate unfamiliar formal and thematic areas, encourage you to experiment and take risks, and to unsettle and extend yourself. These seminars entail wide reading of primary texts. Core courses: Editing and publication; Editorial project; Practical pedagogy. Entry requirements: This is a popular and selective programme. A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Applicants who already have an MLitt in Creative Writing may be admitted to the second year of the MFA programme, subject to a satisfactory application. You will need to submit a portfolio of original work (poetry, fiction, life-writing or other prose, drama, and in some instances a portfolio of work in or of translation) together with a sample of critical writing. Letters of reference and other documentation are also considered. Your referees should include an academic and a creative referee where possible. Where this is not possible, you can provide referees from other areas who can vouch that you are who you say you are and that your work and achievements are your own. It is particularly helpful if these referees are familiar with your writing and can provide references on that basis. A maximum of 30 pages (one side only, double spaced throughout) per submission will be considered, of which at least five pages must be critical writing, and the portfolio can contain prose, poetry, script, or a combination of these.

English Language & English Linguistics

You will combine advanced study in historical and modern aspects of English language and English linguistics.This Masters provides career opportunities in research, teaching, publishing and lexicography among others. The MSc is accredited by the Arts & Humanities Research Council (AHRC) and forms part of the training programme of the Economic & Social Research Council (ESRC) Scottish Doctoral Training Centre. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will learn through a combination of lectures, regular supervisions, formative essay writing and attendance at supplementary classes and seminars. Assessment also includes a portfolio of essays. You will undertake a number of core courses in historical and modern English language and English linguistics, including: Phonetics; Sociolinguistics; Medieval English studies; Dialectology. You can also take courses on offer in other MLitt programmes in the College of Arts, eg Medieval & Renaissance studies, Classics. In addition, you will take courses in research skills and methods. The second half of the programme is dedicated to your individual dissertation work, under the guidance of two assigned supervisors. Entry requirements: We normally expect applicants to have obtained a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above). Please include a 200-word statement on why you wish to take the MSc in English Language and Linguistics; a sample of your own written work (approx. 2,000 words). This can be from a previous degree you have completed. You are required to submit material that is entirely your own original work, except where clearly indicated.

English Language & English Linguistics: Applied

You will combine advanced study in modern aspects of English language and English linguistics with an investigation of the central concerns of English Language Teaching to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will learn through a combination of lectures, regular supervisions, formative essay writing and attendance at supplementary classes and seminars. The second half of the programme is dedicated to your individual dissertation work, under the guidance of two assigned supervisors.

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You will have the opportunity to choose two subject areas for advanced-level study. Assessment includes a portfolio of essays. Core courses: Research skills and methods. English language: Phonetics, Sociolinguistics, Discourse analysis. TESOL: Classroom processes: Introduction to teaching and learning or; Language learning and applications to the classroom. Entry requirements: We normally expect applicants to have obtained a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above). Please include a 500-word statement on why you would like to take the MSc in English Language and English Linguistics (Applied).

Modernities: Literature, Theory & Culture

This Masters programme investigates the key texts and concepts that shape our understanding of literature and culture from 1900 to the present. The texts you will study are related to developments in critical theory and other cultural practices; such as film, theatre and the visual arts. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take a core course which runs over two semesters and is taught by a range of tutors. In each semester you will also take a special topic course. The final part of the programme involves supervised research on a specialist topic of your own choice leading to a 15,000-word dissertation. Coursework is structured around weekly seminars with your tutor and fellow students. You are expected to engage fully with the primary sources, to develop, express and take responsibility for your own opinions and to work towards independent argument and expression. Core course: This establishes the foundational modernist movements and manifestos, and examines the fallout of these movements over the last half century or so. Optional courses may include: African Modernities; The American counterculture, 1945 75; Irelands Modernities; The Modern everyday; Modernist sexualities; The novel now; OULIPO; Proust in theory; Queer fictions; Virginia Woolf writes Modernity. Dissertation: You can choose to research and write on any area of 20th-century and contemporary literature, critical and cultural theory, as well as on interdisciplinary topics. Entry requirements: We normally expect applicants to have obtained a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in English literature or a relevant subject. We also require a sample of written work and a short statement outlining your interest in the programme.

Victorian Literature
This Masters degree in Victorian Literature covers a diverse range of disciplines and theoretical perspectives. You will explore the concept of the Victorian by critically examining a wide range of the periods writing as it engages with the literary, material and historical cultures of the time, as well as in the centuries afterwards. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The programme involves taught sessions over two ten-week periods. In each teaching period you will study a core course and an optional topic course. During the final phase of the programme you will undertake supervised study of a specialised topic before submitting a dissertation. Teaching periods also include guest speakers from the UK, Europe and the United States. In recent years, Victorianist speakers have included Julian Wolfreys, Matthew Campbell, Kate Flint, Rebecca Stott, John Bowen, Jane Moody and Ann Heilmann. The programme is primarily concerned with the Victorian period as an age of industrialisation, reform, and recalibration in the wake of disrupted certainty. We examine a selection of writings published during and after the Victorian period (18301910) and consider how these might characterise the age its writing, its values, trends, cultures and reputation. Themes covered include: Perceptions of technology and time; Gender and sexuality; The crisis in religious faith; Notions of popular and high culture; The dynamics of urban space. Entry requirements: We normally expect applicants to have obtained a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in English literature or a relevant subject. We also require a sample of written work and a short statement in which you should outline your interest in the programme.

Medieval & Renaissance Studies

The Masters in Medieval & Renaissance Studies provides interdisciplinary training in a broad range of subject areas, covering many aspects of medieval and early modern culture. You will receive intensive training in current theories and research methods across disciplines, manuscript studies, palaeography, and the medieval or modern languages most relevant to your research interests. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time In the first teaching period, a team-taught core course will introduce you to a range of approaches, disciplines and research developments in medieval and Renaissance studies. There is a focus on original manuscripts and printed books available in the outstanding collections in the University library. In the second part of the programme you can select from a combination of supervised study on a specialist topic with an essay and oral presentation; a medieval manuscript studies course, including palaeography training; a specialist research methods course in Renaissance studies, including palaeography training; one or more language courses. In the final part of the programme you will research and produce a dissertation on a topic approved by the MLitt convener and the potential supervisor. Entry requirements: We normally expect applicants to have obtained a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject in medieval, Renaissance or early modern studies. Please include a sample of written work and a short statement in which you should outline your interest in the programme.

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Film & Television Studies

Film & Television Studies at Glasgow is renowned for excellence in research and teaching. Based in a city famed for the quality and diversity of its cultural resources Scotlands media capital our students benefit from our close links to industry, excellent facilities, and guidance from academics who are experts in their fields.
Contact David Archibald, Film & Television Convener Tel: +44 (0)141 330 3807 Email: david.archibald@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
We are part of a dynamic subject area that conducts research into theatre, film, television and cultural policy at the University of Glasgow. According to the most recent independent assessment of research quality, the Research Assessment Exercise 2008, 85% of our research is classified as world-leading or internationally excellent. This ranks us as one of the top five subject groups in our field in the UK. In our research, we explore themes of: nation and post-nation textual analysis institutions, infrastructure and policy representation and identity. Our work is linked by a common commitment to research which pursues critical analyses and interpretations, and sites film and television production aesthetically, historically and socially. We pursue a wide range of funded projects, which currently includes an examination of children and amateur media in Scotland, and a project that is tracking the work of celebrated film director Ken Loach.

in the conference as well as to engage with guest speakers from academia and the media industries throughout the year. You can also participate in the work of the Centre for Screen Studies at Glasgow. This Centre provides you with a space to share your own work with academics and students from across the University who have an interest in film and television. We welcome visitors from all over Britain and beyond and our recent events have included expert speakers from Griffith University, Queensland, the University of Stirling and the University of Warwick.

Career prospects
Our graduates go on to a range of careers in the media and creative industries, such as roles in film education, festival management, festival programming, and arts administration, as well as research in television, academia, or the public sector. Others pursue opportunities in journalism, publishing, media research, global film distribution and exhibition.

Resources and facilities

As a postgraduate student, you can benefit from a range of facilities unique to Glasgow. These include: the Andrew Stewart Cinema the James Arnott Theatre a performance studio equipped with lighting and sound facilities, LCD television and DVD/ VHS playback and a data projector and laptop if required. In addition, our resources room provides a flexible infrastructure within which methods of teaching and assessment related to information technology can be introduced. We have 19 fully networked PCs, 12 TV/VHS workstations with DVD and digital satellite viewing also available, and an extensive, fully computerised video library of more than 6,000 items including feature films, television programmes, cinema shorts, extracts and documentaries. For video editing, we have two non-linear digital video edit suites offering high-quality digital editing facilities on-demand for students.

Learning environment
If you study with us, you will become part of a lively and engaged learning culture. Glasgow is Scotlands media capital a home to BBC Scotland, Glasgow Film Festival and the base of a collection of independent film and television companies which means you can benefit from our links to industry. We also work closely with filmmaker Mark Cousins. Our University is home to the international journal Screen and hosts the annual Screen conference every summer, attracting leading names in film and television studies from across the world. You may have the opportunity to participate

For research project Tracking Loach, Glasgow academic Dr David Archibald (pictured below left) was granted privileged access to director Ken Loach and writer Paul Laverty (pictured below right) as they made the award-winning feature film The Angels Share in Scotland.

Funding and scholarships

You can find information about the latest funding opportunities for students in the College of Arts at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding. Information about scholarships and funding for film & television studies postgraduates is available at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/tfts/ pgresearchopportunities.

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We have a range of full-time and part-time postgraduate research degrees available: MRes: Master of Research, a flexible programme offering a combination of taught and research components, dissertation length 17,00030,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. We welcome students from a variety of backgrounds to work on areas of specialist interest using methods from the arts, humanities and social sciences, including, where appropriate, research through practice. As a PhD student at Glasgow, you may have opportunities to: present and discuss your work in progress with colleagues and staff members at the annual symposium organised by postgraduate students attend the varied programme of research events take advanced courses in the College of Arts in order to develop your skills become a Teaching Fellow, delivering tutorials to first- and second-year undergraduates use designated office space for postgraduate students use research resources and get specialised support from library and technical support. Topics in which we would welcome postgraduate research include: television and film theories histories and aesthetics feminist theory: gender, genre, sexuality, violence postcolonial theory and criticism cinema, the nation and transnationalism world cinemas amateur cinema television and cinema audiences sound and the moving image film festivals. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/tfts/staff.

Exploring how new media is changing our world

For Sydney native Dr Tim Barker, one of the attractions of making an international move to Glasgow to become Lecturer in Digital Media was that it was a new post he could make his own. Dr Barkers interests span media studies, art theory and the philosophy of technology, and his research involves the critical analysis of the use of digital media in the contemporary world. He is currently busy designing his own courses, setting his own research agenda and making connections across the University and throughout Glasgows art scene. My brand of new media studies isnt necessarily about a close study of Facebook shares or tweets its about the experimental use of this new technology that we have, he explains. Im interested in exploring how artists, for instance, have used new technologies in innovative ways and looking at the cultural implications of art, science and technology collaborations. For example, rather than using interactive technologies to play video games or to access the internet, artists are using them to create a piece of music, tell a story or create a visualisation. There are quite a few people working in these kinds of areas but its a bit fragmented. Im trying to consolidate a research group in experimental technology to think about how we can collaborate on projects and apply for funding together. It includes people from across the University who are currently working in the subject areas of music, art history, theatre, film & television studies, and the Humanities Advanced Technology & Information Institute. Dr Barker has recently published a book in which he focuses on the concept of time and technology, using contemporary process philosophy to explain how new media can change the way we think about memory, history and the philosophy of time. Currently, hes writing a chapter for another volume on research into creativity. His contribution is around the methodology of experimental research within the arts, and he makes a case for the creativity embedded in artists experimental practices going so far as to suggest that without these, there is no creativity. Despite having arrived in the middle of a winter storm in January 2012, Professor Barker is delighted at the move hes made to the city. Glasgow offers an absolutely world-class, world-leading university and, in terms of this subject area, really well-respected academics, he says. The University campus stretches across the West End and its just such a beautiful place to live and this is coming from someone who has lived in Sydney. I prefer it here. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/timothybarker

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in film & television studies, please contact Karen Lury, tel: +44 (0)141 330 5369 or email: karen. lury@glasgow.ac.uk.

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The current research culture is very much about partnership with organisations like Edinburgh International Festivals and Glasgow Film Theatre, and in our growing partnerships with the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. For many students, both those looking to develop an academic career and those interested in other career options, those kinds of connections, and the internship opportunities they bring, are very important. Professor Adrienne Scullion, Dean of
Research

Getting closer to industry

Lesley Dickson has found the ideal combination of academia and industry through her Collaborative Doctoral Award PhD on film festival audiences. The moment I saw there was an Arts and Humanities Research Council funded PhD at the University of Glasgow in Film Studies, I was drawn to it because I knew that the University really nurtures links with industry, she says. I was keen not to be stuck in a dark room for three years with no links to the outer world, so the programmes partnering of academics and non-academics really appealed. Lesleys industry PhD partner is the Glasgow Film Theatre/Festival and her working thesis title is Film Festival and Cinema Audiences: an investigation of Glasgow Film Festival audiences and their relationship to the Glasgow Film Theatre. Her research is focusing on the ways in which audiences form loyalties to certain venues both inside and outside of festival time, and how this might link to identity and cultural capital. With two academic supervisors, one in the Universitys Centre for Cultural Policy Research (CCPR), and the other in film studies, Lesley has been able to benefit from two different but enlightening approaches. It means that the project has become multidisciplinary, which is great, she says. I get to tap into cultural studies, sociology and of course film studies. Not much is currently known about how people use cinema or what it means to them, and Lesleys research aims to fill the gap. Im looking at why a particular context of exhibition the festival is important to local audiences, Lesley says. Her PhD has involved a lot of fieldwork, including focus groups and participant observation. Its interesting that the industry throws technology at us to ensure cinema-going endures but what Im finding is that the appeal of cinema isnt about the technology. Its about the notion of being part of something. This is even more potent in a festival context. Being new to the University, Lesley has found the community and the research environment inspiring. The supervision here is great; its really shaped my project, she says. Having the Screen Journal and the Screen Conference here means that you are also immersed in an international research world. But the support that the University offers doesnt stop at research. Whats also brilliant is that they care about you after your PhD, Lesley says. We are already starting to talk about my future, not just honing in on my specific skills but finding transferable skills that will make me employable, which is very satisfying. There are lots of opportunities for me after my PhD, and the industry side of my research has expanded my options.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/tfts Film & TV Studies: taught programmes Film & Television Studies
The MLitt in Film & Television Studies, taught in Scotlands media capital, offers the opportunity for the critical study of film and television. This well-established programme aims to provide an advanced understanding of the approaches and methodologies in film and television studies and to equip you with core research skills for advanced study in this field. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The MLitt has three components: A core course, taught from September to March, which introduces the breadth of film and television studies as a discipline while developing core research skills. It is taught by all staff working within the MLitt in Film & Television Studies, giving you access to our wide range of expertise and approaches. Three optional courses, selected from a range of bespoke courses drawing on the research specialisms of the subject team. Recent options have included Critical theories of digital media; Documentary in film and television; History of critical writing on film and television; Multistrand narratives in the fiction film; Film and movement; Ethnicity and identity; Media economics; Media and cultural policy; Issues in audience management. You may choose one course from: Scotland in film and television; New German cinema; Asian cinemas; Australian film and television; American independent cinema, periods (Interwar cinemas; Hollywood in the 1990s), genres (Childrens television; Contemporary television drama), approaches (Studies in authorship; Feminist film theory) and themes (Television, memory and the archive; Screen audiences; Screen violence; Sound in film and television; Studies in authorship). A 15,000-word dissertation (MaySeptember) on an aspect of film and/or television of your choosing, under the supervision of a dedicated member of staff. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Film Journalism
The Masters in Film Journalism covers the wide variety of writing about film which takes place in different contexts, ranging from the extended essay to film reviewing and interviewing. There is a strong emphasis on engaging with Scotlands vibrant film culture through involvement in activities such as the Glasgow Film Festival (February) and the Edinburgh International Film Festival (June). Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Over the first two semesters you will take a core course and choose an optional course for each semester. The practical training in film writing takes place in workshops. These sessions will involve presentations by the lecturers or visiting practitioners, as well as group discussion and review around your practical writing tasks. Visiting lecturers include: Hannah McGill (former Artistic Director, Edinburgh International Film Festival); Alistair Harkness (Film Critic, The Scotsman); Janice Forsyth (BBC Radio Scotland); Phil Miller (Arts Reporter, The Herald). The third semester is devoted to individual research, which is supervised on an individual basis. The final piece of assessment will allow you to develop either a portfolio of journalistic writings (up to 12,000 words) or to pursue a topic about film writing in a 15,000-word dissertation. The core course provides an introduction to the theoretical study of film journalism, from both historical and contemporary perspectives. The course also offers a key practical component and an introduction to the wide variety of tasks carried out by film journalists. Optional courses: The following options have been offered recently: Screen bodies; Screen animation; History of critical writing on film and television; Music and the moving image; Screen adaptations; Aspects of European cinema. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Through the Film Journalism programme I really learned what was expected of me as a working journalist in the arts. It gave me the confidence to work with my writing and to make it into a profession. Carmody Wilson, freelance critic

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History
History has been taught at the University of Glasgow since 1897. Today we bring together world-leading expertise in a diverse range of topics including social and gender history, history of medicine, Scottish history, and American history and culture.
Contact Christelle Le Riguer, Research Administrator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 3538 Email: christelle.leriguer@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
Research in the subject of history at Glasgow is among the best in the UK. In the last independent assessment of research (RAE 2008), 60% of our research was rated as worldleading or internationally excellent. We have advanced knowledge of specialisms including: social and gender history history of medicine medieval Europe war studies early modern culture, beliefs and ideas American studies. In addition, Scottish history at Glasgow is one of the most wide-ranging, coherent and wellresourced teams in the country. Our expertise spans the social, political and cultural history of the nation from the medieval period through to the 20th century. Collaborating with staff and students across related subjects including English literature, Scottish literature and Celtic studies enables us to undertake important interdisciplinary research. Our Global Security Network, for example, brings together a range of academics with an interest in security issues from across the University. It includes experts in history, politics, economics, business, law, sociology, archaeology, geography and information studies.

skills in critical and analytical thinking. We have long-standing student and staff exchanges with universities in the United States, Australia and Europe, and an active programme of research seminars, lectures and collaborations. In addition, we host specialised reading groups for postgraduates, and schedule workshops with leading scholars in conjunction with guest lectures.

Career prospects
We help our postgraduate students make the most of their research and prepare for professional careers by providing research training, discussion forums and careers advice. The skills and methods you will learn can lead to positions in the public and private sectors including positions in heritage, policy, journalism and teaching. Internships are available with The Hunterian, our University museum and art gallery, and there are also opportunities to work closely with other key institutions such as Glasgow Life and Glasgow Womens Library.

Resources and facilities

The resources for our postgraduates are exceptional, and include: the Baillie Collection a research library containing rare printed sources for the study of medieval and early modern Scotland, Ireland and England the medieval history collection, which focuses on English, Irish and British history, and includes impressive runs of the Historical Manuscripts Commission publications and state papers economic and social history collections, including specialist libraries of printed primary and secondary sources for the Centre for Business History in Scotland and the Centre for the History of Medicine. The latter includes the research collection of the British Medical Ultrasound Society. You will also have unparalleled access to Scotlands world-leading collections, including the National Library of Scotland, the National Collections and the Mitchell Library. Our strong links with The Hunterian give you access to primary source material including anatomical and pathological specimens, coins, books, manuscripts and ethnography.

Learning environment
We place students at the heart of our mission, and believe in the importance of research-led teaching. This means that if you study with us, you can learn from scholars who are at the cutting edge of their subjects and develop useful

Funding and scholarships

The University of Glasgow has a number of grants and scholarships available to those who wish to study at the postgraduate level. You can find information about the latest funding opportunities for students in the College of Arts at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding.

Our Global Security Network brings together a wide range of academics with an interest in security issues. It facilitates the exchange of ideas, acts as a catalyst for the formation of new research projects and coordinates events in the field. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/globalsecurity.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/history Research programmes

Our research degrees are: MRes: Master of Research, a flexible programme offering a combination of taught and research components, dissertation length 17,00030,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. Topics in which we would welcome postgraduate research include: medieval Europe Scotland, Ireland and the British Isles early modern culture, beliefs and ideas American history and culture history of medicine social and gender history war studies late modern American, European, British and Scottish history. Current research projects include: Scottish philosophers in 17th-century Scotland and France the breaking of Britain pandemics: waves of disease, waves of hatred from the Plague of Athens to AIDS the transatlantic slave trade and plantation slavery in the Americas: exploring Scottish connections the custom of hospitality in the Scottish Highlands. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/subjects/history/staff.

History: taught programmes American Studies

The MLitt in American Studies is the only Masters programme in Scotland that provides an interdisciplinary focus on how the United States developed. Why did American culture, politics and business became so dominant in the 19th and 20th centuries, and in what directions might it be headed in the 21st century? Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

The origins of plantation slavery

For nearly ten years, Professor Simon Newman has been investigating the origins of plantation slavery as it existed in British America. Recently, he has written a book that explores the circumstances that led to the movement of white labour from the British Isles to the Caribbean to work on sugar plantations in the late 1620s. These werent people who had chosen to go, says Professor Newman. These were people who were sent from England, and then increasingly from Scotland and Ireland, in chains. It was the period of the Wars of the Three Kingdoms and the Civil War, so lots of people had been captured. When Cromwell captured Drogheda in Ireland, for example, those he didnt kill he sent straight to Barbados and Jamaica where the life expectancy was about three years. The English learned how to use labour very differently. Everyone in London was preoccupied with the Civil War and didnt really care how the new colonies made their huge profits. By the 1650s, when African slaves had become affordable and the supply of white people from the British Isles was drying up, a switch was made and the English started using slavery as theyd learned to use white people in a certain way. According to Professor Newman, Britain was the centre of the 17th-century world, so it makes sense to study this era of American history from a British vantage point. Since so many Scots were involved in running the Caribbean and its plantations, as merchants and as plantation managers, Scotland is likely to have even more relevant records in its archives than England. If you studied British America at a university in America, youd have to travel more than if you came here, says Professor Newman. Glasgow has a very good research environment. Here, we treat postgraduate students as fellow researchers, who very quickly become part of our community. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/simonnewman

You will take two core courses and choose two optional courses. The programme draws on a wide array of subject areas: literature; history; film and television studies; popular music; art history; religious studies; archaeology; and politics, to foster understanding of the overarching themes, as well as complexities, of American life. The culmination of the MLitt in American Studies is your dissertation. You will choose a topic based on the breadth of perspectives that you have explored and conduct original primary source research. You will be supported in your research and writing by an assigned supervisor with expertise in your specific field of interest. Core courses: Approaches to American studies; Topics and methods in American studies. Optional courses may include: American counterculture; American communities; American material culture; The politics of race in America; Modernity and technology; American society and culture in the 1920s and 1930s; The Vietnam War in American history and culture. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

History
The Masters in History provides you with thorough research training, an outstanding learning experience, and a wide set of transferable skills in the conception, design and execution of a research project. You will combine training in historical skills and methods with a wide range of specialist options in all periods of British, European and American history. Programme overview MLitt/MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time Our pathway structure allows you to tailor your degree to match an interest, either by working towards a Masters in History or by taking one of our specialist Masters in Early Modern, Medieval, Modern or Scottish History (continued over).

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in history, please contact Christelle Le Riguer, tel: +44 (0)141 330 3538 or email: christelle. leriguer@glasgow.ac.uk.

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Each programme is built around a hands-on research training course, specialised courses on historical and theoretical themes, and other courses developing your technical skills and other abilities like languages and palaeography. For your chosen programme, there will be a guided selection of courses that will provide you with specialised knowledge in that field. You will be taught through a series of seminars and workshops. Internationally recognised historians give guest lectures throughout the year. These courses are taught in history, economic and social history (in the College of Social Sciences), and by related subject areas in the School of Humanities (archaeology, Celtic, classics) and the College of Arts (such as English language and French). In the final part of the programme, you will select a specialised topic and conduct original primary source research for your dissertation. You are supported in your research and writing up by an assigned supervisor with expertise in your field of enquiry. Core courses: Research resources and skills for historians; Approaches to history. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. assigned supervisor with expertise in your field of enquiry. Core courses: Research resources and skills for historians; Approaches to history. Optional courses: Course options may include: Renaissance and anti-Renaissance in Italy and the Low Countries; Politics and literature in Jacobean Scotland; Print, public opinion and Enlightenment in 18th-century Europe; The history of medicine before 1850; Saints and sinners (early modern England); Reformation Europe in the age of religious wars. The courses taught each year vary depending upon staff availability. To widen your approach and develop an interdisciplinary perspective, you are also strongly encouraged to take one or two complementary courses in cognate subjects, such as: Early modern warfare; Climate and civilisation; Lessons from the greats; Decline and fall: organisational failure, ancient and modern; The authority of the state and duties of the citizen. Courses in Scottish literature, English literature, theology, history of art and other College of Arts subjects can also be studied, by agreement with the programme convener. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Core courses: Research resources and skills for historians. Optional courses: Course options may include: Writing the Middle Ages; Chivalry and warfare in late Medieval Europe, c13001500; Constructing faith: systems of belief and religious networks in the Middle Ages; Critical evaluations of secondary sources and methods in Scottish medieval studies I and II; From antiquity to the Middle Ages; Introduction to medieval manuscript studies; Barbarians in the Mediterranean; Popular revolt in the late Middle Ages; The Crusades. To widen your approach and develop an interdisciplinary perspective, you are also strongly encouraged to take one or two complementary courses in cognate subjects, such as: Explorations in the Classical tradition; Inventing the Clash of Civilisations: East against West from Homer to Hadrian; Approaching the past: sources and methods in medieval Scottish and Celtic studies; Themes in later medieval Scottish archaeology; Early Christian monuments of Scotland; Heritage and cultural informatics. Courses in Scottish literature, English literature, theology, history of art and other College of Arts subjects can also be studied, by agreement with the programme convener. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Early Modern History

We offer a wide range of world-leading expertise for historians seeking to specialise in the early modern period. Our early modern interests extend to England, Scotland, France, Scandinavia, the Low Countries, Italy and North America, and range from the late 15th to late 18th centuries. Our methodologies are drawn from social, political and cultural history. The Masters in Early Modern History provides you with research training, and transferable skills in the conception, design and execution of a research project. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Our History Masters are built around a hands-on research training course, specialised courses on historical and theoretical themes, and other courses developing your technical skills and other abilities like languages and palaeography. If you choose to study Early Modern History, there will be a guided selection of courses that will provide you with specialised knowledge in that field. You will be taught through a series of seminars and workshops. Internationally recognised historians give guest lectures throughout the year. In the final part of the programme, you will select a specialised topic and conduct original primary source research for your dissertation. You are supported in your research and writing up by an

Medieval History
We have one of the greatest concentrations of world-leading medievalists in the UK, covering the entire span of the Middle Ages and a wide range of regions from Ireland to Byzantium. This Masters in Medieval History provides you with thorough research training and a wide set of transferable skills in the conception, design and execution of a research project. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Our History Masters are built around a hands-on research training course, specialised courses on historical and theoretical themes, and other courses developing your technical skills and other abilities like languages and palaeography. If you choose to study Medieval History, there will be a guided selection of courses that will provide you with specialised knowledge in that field. You will be taught through a series of seminars and workshops. Internationally recognised historians give guest lectures throughout the year. In the final part of the programme, you will select a specialised topic and conduct original primary source research for your dissertation. You are supported in your research and writing up by an assigned supervisor with expertise in your field of enquiry.

Modern History
Modern History at Glasgow brings together a wide range of world-leading social and political historians, active in research on topics from the French Revolution to the War on Terror in Afghanistan. The Masters in Modern History provides you with thorough research training and a wide set of transferable skills in the conception, design and execution of a research project. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Our History Masters are built around a hands-on research training course, specialised courses on historical and theoretical themes, and other courses developing your technical skills and other abilities like languages and palaeography. If you choose to study Modern History, there will be a guided selection of courses that will provide you with specialised knowledge in that field. You will be taught through a series of seminars and workshops. Internationally recognised historians give guest lectures throughout the year. In the final part of the programme, you will select a specialised topic and conduct original primary source research for your dissertation. You are supported in your research and writing up by an assigned supervisor with expertise in your field of enquiry.

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Core courses: Research resources and skills for historians. Optional courses: Course options may include; Secret intelligence in the 20th century; American material culture; Introduction to social theory for researchers; American counterculture; History of medicine, 18502000; The American way of war; Topics in historical computing; White supremacy; Social history and social theory; Issues, ideologies and institutions of modern Scotland; Gender, politics and power. The courses taught each year vary depending upon staff availability. To widen your approach and develop an interdisciplinary perspective, you are also strongly encouraged to take one or two complementary courses in cognate subjects, such as: The art of war; Democracy and governance: classical political thought; Political philosophy; 2D digitisation; Archives and records theory; Employers, elites and the state: capitalism in Britain. Courses in Scottish literature, English literature, theology, history of art and other College of Arts subjects can also be studied, by agreement with the programme convener. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. assigned supervisor with expertise in your field of enquiry. Core courses: Research resources and skills for historians. Optional courses: Course options may include: Politics and literature in Jacobean Scotland; Culture, politics and society in the Highland clearances; Interdisciplinary perspectives on Scottish culture; Specialist course in Medieval Scottish studies; Critical evaluation of sources and methods in Medieval Scotland; Revolutionary Scotland: literature, culture and politics 18301939; The Scottish Wars of Independence; Scottish popular culture. The courses taught each year vary depending upon staff availability. To widen your approach and develop an interdisciplinary perspective, you are also strongly encouraged to take one or two complementary courses in cognate subjects, such as Monuments in transition in Medieval Scotland; Records and evidence; Introduction to museology; Approaching the past; Sources for early Medieval Scottish Christianity. Courses in Scottish literature, English literature, theology, history of art and other College of Arts subjects can also be studied, by agreement with the programme convener. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. There are variations to the structure of the programme depending on your choice of an MSc or MLitt. For the MSc you need to choose two optional courses from the social sciences training courses: Quantitative methods; Qualitative methods; Introduction to social theory for researchers. Other optional courses are taught in history, economic and social history (in the College of Social Sciences), and by related subject areas in the School of Humanities (archaeology, Celtic, classics) and the College of Arts (such as English language and French). You will be taught through a series of seminars and workshops. Internationally recognised historians give guest lectures throughout the year. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

War Studies
An understanding of war, for good or ill, is of vital importance. This Masters programme presents a unique opportunity to study war in all its aspects, from past to present, from causes to consequences. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will spend a semester studying the degrees core course which covers both the major thinkers on warfare and the practice and conduct of war. Core topics may include: Clausewitz and European military thought; Deep battle theory and Soviet strategy; Europes small wars, 1800 to present; Mahan and Sea Power. In the second semester, you will take three optional courses which delve in great detail into a particular aspect of military or strategic history. Optional courses may include: Early modern warfare; Chivalry and medieval warfare; The American way of warfare; Secret intelligence in the 20th century; Insurgency and counter-insurgency, 1800 to present. You will complete the programme by writing a dissertation based on your own research. This requires you to engage in original research guided by an expert in the field. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Scottish History
The Masters in Scottish History is taught by one of the most wide-ranging, coherent and well-resourced teams in the country, offering world-leading expertise in the social, political and cultural history of Scotland from the medieval period through to the 20th century. The programme has a particular geographical emphasis on Gaelic Scotland, Scotlands place in the British Isles and Europe, and on urban Scotland. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Our History Masters are built around a hands-on research training course, specialised courses on historical and theoretical themes, and other courses developing your technical skills and other abilities like languages and palaeography. If you choose to study Scottish History, there will be a guided selection of courses that will provide you with specialised knowledge in that field. You will be taught through a series of seminars and workshops. Internationally recognised historians give guest lectures throughout the year. In the final part of the programme, you will select a specialised topic and conduct original primary source research for your dissertation. You are supported in your research and writing up by an

History (with an emphasis on the History of Medicine)

The Masters in History (with an emphasis on the History of Medicine) provides you with thorough research training, an outstanding learning experience, and a wide set of transferable skills in the conception, design and execution of a research project. You will combine training in historical skills and methods with core courses in the history of medicine and a wide range of specialist options in all periods of British, European and American history. Programme overview MLitt/MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months parttime You will take four core courses, two optional courses, and produce a dissertation on a topic related to the history of medicine. Core courses: Research resources and skills for historians; Approaches to history; History of medicine before 1850; History of medicine from 1850 to 2000.

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School of Humanities

Information Studies
Through our Humanities Advanced Technology & Information Institute (HATII), our information studies researchers are exploring how information and communication technology can shape our knowledge and understanding in the arts, humanities and cultural heritage sectors.
Contact Rebekah Derrett, Postgraduate Programme Administrator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 7778 Email: rebekah.derrett@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
The Humanities Advanced Technology & Information Institute (HATII) has a vibrant research culture with doctoral and masters students exploring a range of topics in the fields of digital humanities and information sciences. Areas in which we are internationally recognised for research excellence include: theoretical approaches to information archive science and records management knowledge and information management digital heritage. We have a number of important global links, accreditations and partnerships. HATII is a member of the prestigious iSchools Organisation, dedicated to advancing the information field in the 21st century. While each individual iSchool has its own strengths and specialisations, together we share a fundamental interest in the relationships between information, people and technology. Working across traditional subject boundaries, the recent emergence of the Glasgow Digital Humanities Network brings together the online digital resources generated by our researchers working with colleagues, collections and resources from across one or more subject areas at the University. To explore the network and our work in practice, see: www.digital-humanities.arts.gla.ac.uk.

visiting fellows and guest lecturers and weekly research seminars. Our postgraduate taught programmes are designed in line with the skills and knowledge required by employers within their professional fields. They also benefit from close working relationships with both the public and private sector. Work placements, practitioner seminars and guest speakers are a key part of the learning environment.

Career prospects
You may choose a career in museum curatorship and management, digital curation, digital archiving, and digital records management within a variety of sectors and organisations. Previous graduates have advanced or established careers in governmental agencies, corporations, law enforcement agencies, the legal profession, computer forensics professions and information security professions. Some are employed in a variety of digital analyst roles across organisations such as Morgan Stanley, Ernst and Young, and Dutch Police. Our Information Management & Preservation students undertake a two-week work placement in an archive, records management or digital repository. As graduates they are eligible to be accredited by both the Archives & Records Association and CILIP (Chartered Institute of Library & Information Professionals), providing valuable professional recognition in both the archive and library fields.

Learning environment
Within HATII there is frequent interaction between academic staff, researchers and postgraduate students, a regular programme of

Resources and facilities

If you study with us, you will enjoy unrivalled access to cultural heritage collections within one of the most inspirational and accessible cities in the world. Glasgows civic and university collections are the richest and most diverse outside of London and are of international standing. Many of our students are granted privileged access to these collections to provide substantial practical experience in object-based research and exhibition development. You may also be able to benefit from specialist facilities and access to a lab with professional forensic technology, such as is used in industry and security organisations. Students of our Computer Forensics & E-Discovery, and Information Management & Forensics Masters acquire hands-on experience working with industry-standard forensic applications and hardware in a lab environment.

Funding and scholarships

You can find information about the latest funding opportunities for students in the College of Arts at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding.

Senior Lecturer in the Humanities Advanced Technology & Information Institute, Dr Ian Anderson is working to develop a mobile phone optimised interface for an innovative database that maps the practice of sculpture in Britain and Ireland between 1851 and 1951. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ mappingsculpture.

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If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. Our research degrees are: MRes: Master of Research, a flexible programme offering a combination of taught and research components, dissertation length 17,00030,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,00100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. HATII is uniquely placed to explore the theoretical and intellectual foundations of information and its function in society. Our integrated interdisciplinary approach, with a breadth of expertise in a range of disciplines, has produced a lively research culture with a continually growing number of doctoral and masters students. Recent student projects have explored the phenomenon of family history; the technological and experiential relationships between belles-lettres and blogs; the development of record-keeping practices in subSaharan Africa; the hermeneutics of the ontology of time and technology; and the politicisation of genealogy in the Third Reich. Information lies at the heart of all disciplines, and its study necessitates engagement with a range of analytic and hermeneutic methodologies. These are strongly influenced by phenomenology and the pragmatic concerns of human engagement, and they touch on the contemporary concerns played by new technologies in terrorism, religious fundamentalism, corporate scandals and globalisation, all of which demand a critical enquiry with robust, theoretical underpinning. Such research raises broader societal questions about trust, transparency, accountability, identity, memory and the preservation of cultural heritage. These are the areas in which we would welcome applications. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/informationstudies/staff.

The power of information

In the new and rapidly advancing field of blog archiving, Dr Yunhyong Kim believes that sharing information between research areas holds the key. Dr Kim is currently working on BlogForever, an EU-funded project that involves the preservation of blogs. These days everything has become digital, so a lot of people worry about whether we will be able to access digital material in the future, explains Dr Kim. This is partly because software versions change, the material itself deteriorates or, in the web environment, links disappear. Looking at blogs in particular, the preservation of the authenticity, integrity, completeness and accessibility associated with information becomes even more difficult, because you not only want to preserve any one blog, blog post or comment, but you also want to keep all the connections and interactions with it. Rather than wait until all these things disappear, we want to archive them, and find the best ways to preserve and provide access to them in the future, says Dr Kim, who is a postdoctoral research fellow at HATII, the Humanities Advanced Technology & Information Institute. HATII is great, I have found it invaluable to work here, she says. We are diverse in our interests, so there are people interested in forensics, in digital curation, museum studies, and digital art. There are many different perspectives and that brings a really keen awareness of all the different aspects to studying information. The BlogForever project itself involves 12 institutes across Europe, including academic and nonacademic institutes and industrial companies. Researchers on the project include software engineers, archivists, information scientists and people with a history or humanities background. It is perhaps unsurprising then, that postgraduate degrees at HATII can lead to careers including the legal profession, criminal forensics, and multi-media information management. This variety of opportunity is reflected in the broad range of PhD topics, with recent postgraduate students studying genealogy, digital games, and performance. The three main areas of research are: digital curation, which includes archiving and preservation; digital humanities, which connects people doing things outside the digital world but using digital technology; and information mining, which is to do with machine learning, knowledge discovery, and information seeking. Its a really exciting place to work, because it can be technological, cultural, or historical. All of these levels can work together, so I think this is a wonderful place for students, says Dr Kim. I love Glasgow, and the team in HATII includes some of the best people I have worked with. Working together and talking to each other is really important and I think that creating a network of all these areas is the way to the future. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/yunhyongkim www.blogforever.eu

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in information studies, please contact Elaine Wilson, tel: +44 (0)141 330 5512 or email: elaine. wilson@glasgow.ac.uk.

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School of Humanities Information Studies: taught programmes Computer Forensics & E-discovery
Sophisticated computer crimes put a globally networked society at risk. The increasing impact of technological crime highlights the need for highly competent computer forensic analysts. The Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Forensics & E-Discovery confronts this problem through a blend of computer and legal expertise. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time You will take a mix of taught courses, hands-on laboratory work and group projects. through practical assessment tasks. As a result, team and group work is integral to many aspects of the course. Core courses: Introduction to computer forensics; Legal and regulatory frameworks; Archives, records and information management; Management, curation and preservation of digital materials; Research methods and professional studies; Dissertation. Optional courses: Computer forensics processes and investigative techniques; Records and the transition to the digital. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Explore our archives

Postgraduate students at Glasgow can benefit from access to the Universitys extensive archives for research, learning and where appropriate, to gain hands-on work experience. They are the central place of deposit for the records of the University, created and accumulated since its foundation in 1451. Our archives operate under the direction of Lesley Richmond (pictured), who is also an Honorary Senior Research Fellow within the Humanities Advanced Technology & Information Institute. Archive Services ensures that our collections are preserved, made accessible to all, and are used for innovative teaching and enhanced research by the academic community. We also work to ensure that a selection of todays digital records will be available for use in future centuries. The collections are a unique learning and corporate heritage resource. Our oldest records are charters dating from 1304 conveying land and privileges that eventually came into University hands. We are the recognised guardians of Scotlands business and industrial history. We also have one of the largest collections of historical business records in Europe, which includes much of the archive of Scottish industries such as banking, retail, distilling and shipbuilding. In this way, we help maintain the cultural heritage of the nation, preserving not only Glasgows history both of the University and of its pre-eminent industrial and commercial base but also the history of Scotland and its global influences. Archive Services provide guides as starting points for users wishing to understand the material available for a particular course, and we are committed to providing a variety of work experience opportunities for students interested in information and records management and preservation. www.glasgow.ac.uk/archives

You wont just cover the current practices and processes we also encourage you to investigate new approaches and processes while questioning the validity and the dependability of the solutions you find. Semester 1 courses: Introduction to computer forensics and e-discovery; Legal and regulatory frameworks; Introduction to security; Systems and networks; Research methods and techniques; Research methods and professional studies seminars in computer forensics. Semester 2 courses: Computer forensics processes and investigative techniques; Managing and presenting digital evidence; Security and cryptography; Research methods and professional studies seminars in computer forensics. Semester 2 elective courses: Advanced research readings in computing science; Mobile phone forensics. Following the successful completion of examinations, you will spend the summer months working on a research project or dissertation that will enable you to engage with a complex computer forensics problem. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Information Management & Preservation (Digital)/(Archives & Records Management)

The Masters in Information Management & Preservation provides you with an understanding of contemporary information and records management issues. It pays special attention to the management of digital records and electronic resources. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24+ months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; PgCert: 4 months fulltime You will develop skills in the core competencies of archives, records and information management, digitisation, digital curation and preservation issues, archival theory, user needs and description, cataloguing and navigation. The programme consists of eight courses spread over two semesters. You will take courses in: Archives and records information management; Records and evidence; Description, cataloguing and navigation; Management, curation and preservation of digital materials. Optional courses include: 2D digitisation; Document encoding; Archives and records theory; Records and the transition to the digital; Phenomenology. To graduate with the MSc you will also need to complete a course in research methods and professional studies, and produce a dissertation. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Information Management & Forensics

The growing dependency on digital data in globally networked societies creates opportunities for those who can organise this data in an effective way. The Masters in Information Management and Forensics will develop your specialist skills in the management of digital records and electronic resources. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time Developing your practical skills is a key outcome of the programme. A lot of emphasis is given to building these skills and consolidating them

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The Masters in Museum Studies will help you to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required of todays versatile museum professional. It has been designed in conjunction with employers to meet their needs for well-rounded museum professionals who are trained in the latest theoretical and practical approaches. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take two core courses. These courses provide a conceptual and skills base from which you follow one of four specialist strands: Theory and practice; History of collecting and collections; Artefacts and material culture; or Dress and textile histories. Each strand will give you a different mix of optional courses. Core courses: Introduction to museology; Research and professional skills. To finish the programme, you choose between: an exhibition development and research placement course with The Hunterian; a dissertation on a specialist topic of your choice. Programme strands Theory and practice: This strand introduces you to the theoretical, contextual, ethical and practical issues involved in curating, engaging, interpreting, developing and managing museum resources. It develops your understanding and skills in contemporary museum issues and exposes you to the many and varied challenges and opportunities facing museums today. History of collecting and collections: This strand covers a broad range of disciplines and areas of knowledge relating to subjects and periods in the history of collecting and collections. You will be introduced to subjects that will help develop your understanding of issues of connoisseurship and taste, the impact of travel, the politics of display and patterns of collecting and presentation. Artefacts and material culture: This strand is designed to provide a broad grounding in the fields of artefact and material culture studies. It prepares you at both a theoretical and practical level in the field of specialist artefactual analysis as well as the demands of the museum sector with regard to material culture. Dress and textile histories: In this strand you will be introduced to subjects that will help you develop your knowledge and understanding in the field of dress and textile histories. You will focus on the curation, interpretation and preservation of dress and textiles in museums, galleries, archives and historic interiors, within both a practical and research environment. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Museum learning on campus

Founded in 1807 and located on the Universitys main campus, The Hunterian is Scotlands oldest public museum. It is home to one of the largest collections outside the National Museums and has been recognised by the Scottish Government as a collection of national significance. As such, The Hunterian is one of the leading university museums in the UK and one of Scotlands most important cultural assets. The Hunterians mission is to be a central resource for research and teaching in the arts, humanities and natural and medical sciences, attracting scholars and visitors from around the world. It is committed to the research and learning objectives of the University and provides a wide range of academic and workrelated learning opportunities for students across a number of disciplines, including those in information studies. Collections experts and other professional staff are on hand to contribute their expert knowledge in curation, digitisation, collections management, materials culture and preservation. The Hunterian also provides collections-based learning and an introduction to professional practice in the museum and gallery environment. The museum collections are built on Dr William Hunters founding bequest. They include: scientific instruments used by James Watt, Joseph Lister and Lord Kelvin; outstanding Roman artefacts from the Antonine Wall; major natural and life sciences holdings; Hunters own extensive anatomical teaching collection; one of the worlds greatest numismatic collections; and impressive ethnographic objects from Captain Cooks Pacific voyages. A number of permanent displays highlight various aspects of its extensive collections and include: the Antonine Wall: Romes final frontier Lord Kelvin: revolutionary scientist a Healing Passion: medicine in Glasgow past and present William Hunter: man, medic and collector. The art gallery is home to the worlds largest permanent display of the work of James McNeill Whistler, and its major art collections also include the worlds largest holding of Scottish architect and designer Charles Rennie Mackintosh (18681928). This impressive collection includes more than 800 drawings, designs and watercolours, along with an important group of furniture and decorative art and a small but significant archive of correspondence, photographs and periodicals. Finally, the Mackintosh House, situated next to the University library, features the reassembled interiors from the architects former Glasgow home. www.glasgow.ac.uk/hunterian

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School of Modern Languages & Cultures

Modern Languages
Our School of Modern Languages & Cultures brings together experts in the research and teaching of French, German, Hispanic studies, Italian, Slavonic studies, comparative literature and translation studies. As well as offering considerable expertise in language, we are also scholars of the literature, culture, history, music and film of the countries in question.
Contact Carol Watts, Head of School Administration Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5521 Email: enquiries@smlc.arts.gla.ac.uk

Research environment
For many decades, our School of Modern Languages & Cultures has been a leading centre for research. We disseminate our knowledge through articles in peer-reviewed academic journals, through monographs and edited volumes, and through significant contributions to other media. Many of our members are internationally recognised, with notable strengths in medieval, early modern and cultural history, as well as in visual culture. In our research, we explore subjects of: comparative literature French German Hispanic studies Italian Slavonic studies translation studies. We also have a research centre: the Stirling Maxwell Centre for the study of text/image cultures.

Our subject specialities are supported by a research environment that offers the chance to interact and learn with a community of scholars through a lively seminar programme. As well as offering you the opportunity to host your own presentations, our seminar series also includes sessions with invited distinguished scholars from aross the UK and beyond.

Career prospects
As a graduate you will be prepared for a range of careers including translation and other areas requiring advanced language and communication skills such as journalism, marketing, public relations, technical writing and language teaching. Other careers opportunities include positions in policy, diplomacy and management within government, and within academia.

Resources and facilities

Our teaching and research is supported by excellent technical resources. Our language centre library provides a collection of digital, audio-visual and printed material as well as multimedia, internet and satellite facilities on site. Some 10,000 items are currently available in 60 languages at levels from beginner to advanced, including language materials for specific professions such as law, commerce, medicine and engineering. The modern languages computing lab offers you access to 24 PCs, a network printer and two wall-mounted plasma TVs. In addition, you will have access to the Universitys excellent library, with substantial holdings in all major European languages and a richly endowed Special Collections department. The Universitys Stirling Maxwell Centre offers unique opportunities for the study of text and image cultures. It is based on the collections of Sir William Stirling Maxwell (181878), a collector of books, paintings, engravings, silver and ceramics, whose passions included Spanish painting and early photography. The 2,000 volumes include Sir Williams unrivalled collection of emblem and device literature. The school also has close links with the medieval, Renaissance and gender networks.

Learning environment
If you study with us, you will become part of a lively and engaged learning culture. According to the Guardian University Guide 2013, modern languages at the University of Glasgow is ranked 8th in the UK, with 94% teaching satisfaction. The school has around 40 members of academic staff, some of whom are native speakers, and is backed by native language teachers in all subject areas. We collaborate actively with the graduate school of the College of Arts, through which postgraduates regularly organise conferences and write, edit and publish a respected electronic journal, eSharp.

Funding and scholarships

For information about the latest funding opportunities in the College of Arts, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding. For information about funding for modern language postgraduates, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/mlc/fundingopportunities.

The Stirling Maxwell Centre fosters unrivalled scholarship in text/image interaction. Offering access to Sir William Stirling Maxwells collection of emblem and device literature, which ranges from the first edition of Alciatis Emblems (1531) to the 19th century, and from Italy, France, Germany and Austria to Spain, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Russia, the centre holds regular seminars. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/stirlingmaxwellcentre.

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We have a range of full-time and part-time postgraduate research degrees available: MRes: Master of Research, a flexible programme offering a combination of taught and research components, dissertation length 17,00030,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. We would welcome postgraduate research in: French: chronological specialisations from the Middle Ages to the 21st century; visual culture; applied language; postcolonialism. German: Goethezeit (late Enlightenment, Goethe and Kleist); gender studies and feminist thought; medical humanities in modern Germany; 19th-, 20th- and 21st-century language and literature; modern German thought (Nietzsche, Freud), Kosmikerkreis (Ludwig Klages, Alfred Schuler). Hispanic studies: 16th- and 17th-century Spanish literature; Luzophone literature and culture; Latin American literature, culture and history; modernism/avant-garde in Spanish culture; Language-based area study. Italian: modern Italian literature and culture; women and 20th-century Italy; history and literature of the Italian Resistance to Fascism; modern Italian poetry; the Italian neo-avantgarde; emotions and the history of modern Italy; literature and cultural identity of Trieste. Slavonic studies: politics of language in the postSoviet period; modern Slavonic literatures, history and culture; communist and post-communist mass media and cinema; narrative and image/ photography in cultures; translation studies; Holocaust literature and cinema and the Jewish dimension of the Slavonic region; censorship; gender representations in literature and cinema; Slavonic cultures and globalisation. Comparative literature: You can conduct comparative research across the literatures and cultures of the school, and also in conjunction with other areas such as classics or English. Translation Studies: Any area of translation theory, history and methodology in relation to the range of languages and academic specialisms within the school and college. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/mlc/staff.

Modern Languages: taught programmes European Studies: Cultures, Societies & Languages
The Masters in European Studies: Cultures, Societies & Languages provides an exciting multidisciplinary forum for advanced study in European cultures and languages. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time This programme will enhance your understanding of cultural, social and political issues, putting you in a strong position to pursue careers in government, European Council and Latin American institutions. With its emphasis on specialisation, the programme may also open up future academic and research opportunities for you to develop your area of interest. You will take a core course and a selection of optional courses. You will also pursue a specialist interest during the programme and produce a dissertation on this topic with the advice and guidance of your supervisor. There is also the option to study a language from a wide range offered by the School of Modern Languages and a range of other optional courses from schools across the University. The taught courses will contain a mixture of seminars, workshops and one-to-one consultation. Core course: Questions and readings, Europe and beyond. This course introduces you to the social and cultural theoretical context within which your studies will based. It explores central issues and themes in approach and methodology. Optional courses: European and Latin American cinema; Reading the New Europe; Text cultures: reading through interfaces; Visual cultures; European narratives of illness; Developments in Czech society since 1989; The cinema of Communist and Post-Communist Europe; The mass media of Communist and Post-Communist Europe. Entry requirements: You should normally have a good Honours degree (2.1 or better) or equivalent in a modern European language or cognate discipline.

Translation Studies: Translation & Professional Practice

The Masters in Translation Studies: Translation & Professional Practice caters to the increasing need for highly skilled and specialist translators across a wide range of industries and settings. As well as providing an excellent platform to become a professional translator, this MSc will also provide you with the essential theoretical foundation to progress to translation studies research at doctoral level. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Teaching draws on a wide range of theoretical and practical translation expertise within the School of Modern Languages & Cultures. You will have the opportunity to discuss and translate a broad variety of technical and non-technical texts, including journalistic, legal and literary. Training on terminology management and translation memory software is an integral part of the programme and includes SDL Trados certification. You can also take a range of additional options in relevant specialist areas such as sociology, law, or a new language such as Gaelic or Old Icelandic. Assessment consists of essays, project work and translations with commentary. On successful completion of the core and mandatory translation courses, you will also write a dissertation or extended translation with analysis. Core courses: Translation studies in theory and practice; Translators toolkit; Advanced translation language study 1 and 2 (in relevant language). Entry requirements: You should normally have a 2.1 Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification in a modern European language or in a related discipline and be able to demonstrate competence in a second language equivalent to European Common Framework C1. If you have similar competence in a further language, you are eligible to take on additional (optional) advanced translation language study in Semesters 1 and 2.

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in modern languages, please contact Carolyn Donaldson, tel: +44 (0)141 330 5335 or email: carolyn.donaldson@glasgow.ac.uk.

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Music
The University of Glasgow hosts Scotlands leading centre for music research. Based in the UKs first UNESCO City of Music, we offer opportunities to learn from awardwinning professional musicians and music scholars. You can take up work placements in Glasgows legendary music scene, as well as pursuing your musical interests through researching, performing, composing and exploring musical technology.

Research environment
According to the most recent independent assessment of research quality, the Research Assessment Exercise 2008, we are the leading music research unit in Scotland. If you study with us, you will join a dynamic academic team with a strong sense of community linked by ideas and practice. We pursue a number of research themes: popular music studies historical and cultural musicology performance and performance studies composition sonic arts & music technology. Our current research projects and networks include: researching live music in the UK the Musicians Union: a social history bass culture in Scottish musical traditions Scottish Music Review Never Come Ashore experimental music archive 25 Years of the Glasgow International Jazz Festival: urban regeneration, regional identity and programming policy. The University also hosts the Scottish Pop Academic Network (SPAN) in conjunction with the Department of Psychology at Glasgow Caledonian University. SPAN is an informal network of researchers with an interest in popular music, which aims to provide a platform for the dissemination of research and give postgraduates the chance to present their findings before academic audiences.

Learning environment
It would be hard to find a better city for studying music than Glasgow. We provide a rigorous and supportive learning environment complemented by unique partnerships and opportunities. We have close links with Glasgows dynamic independent music scene, offering the opportunity to gain work experience with companies such as the Arches, Chemikal Underground Records, DF Concerts and the Glasgow International Jazz Festival. We collaborate with the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and provide elements of apprenticeship with professional ensembles such as the Dunedin Consort. The city is also is home to the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Scottish Opera and Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO). Starting in 2012, the RSNO will be offering a series of workshops with a sinfonietta-sized ensemble, leading to possible performance opportunities for postgraduate composition students. This complements existing ensemble workshop opportunities with groups such as the Viridian Quartet and the student-led contemporary music ensemble. We also host a series of colloquia on behalf of the Royal Musical Association featuring national and international guest speakers.

Contact Sarah McNulty, School Secretary Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4093 Email: music-enquiries@glasgow.ac.uk

Career prospects
Our degree programmes open up opportunities to access or advance careers in the creative industries, whether working as a professional composer or musician, in the music industry for a record company, management company or promoter, or in the media industry. Some graduates have combined their degrees with other studies to pursue careers in areas such as law and education.

Resources and facilities

You will benefit from access to our facilities including seminar and practice rooms, two audio labs and an electroacoustic music studio, and the Universitys concert hall and attached studios. Students of the MMus Historically Informed Performance Practice programme will have access to facilities at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. The University also hosts an exciting range of concerts and events: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ events/musicintheuniversity.

Funding and scholarships

You can find information about the latest funding opportunities for students in the College of Arts at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding. Further information about scholarships is available at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/cca/funding. John Butt is Gardiner Professor of Music and musical director of Edinburghs Dunedin Consort. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and the British Academy, he became the fifth recipient of the Royal Academy of Music/Kohn Foundations Bach Prize in 2011. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/ johnbutt.

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If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. Our research degrees are: MMus (Master of Music): this research degree provides a solid foundation for further study at PhD level, thesis length 15,00020,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MRes: Master of Research, a flexible programme offering a combination of taught and research components, dissertation length 17,00030,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. Topics in which we would welcome postgraduate research include: composition, including experimental music, intercultural aspects of composition and music and moving image historical and cultural musicology, including philosophy and aesthetics of music, music in popular culture and music and politics sonic arts and music technology, including live electronics, spatial or audio-visual composition, sound art aesthetics, and broadcasting and the recording industry performance, including historically informed performance and contemporary music practices. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/music/staff.

Collaborating with Glasgows Jazz Festival

Alison Eales is aiming for a Glasgow hat-trick. She first graduated from the University with an MA in English Language. Inspired by a longheld love of music and following a spell playing keyboard in a band and working as a songwriting tutor, Alison returned to the University to complete the MLitt in Popular Music. She went on to win a highly competitive Arts and Humanities Research Council Collaborative Doctoral Award and is now working with Glasgow International Jazz Festival on a critical study of its history. Throughout her Masters, Alison was most interested in creativity and song writing, but she has since begun to take more of a sociological approach. In the opening stage of her PhD, shes currently navigating the reams of paperwork accumulated by the Jazz Festival in its 26 years and expects her finished thesis to have an urban studies slant. The decision to start a jazz festival was connected to the bid to make Glasgow a European Capital of Culture, says Alison. Over time, it has gravitated towards an area in Glasgow known as the Merchant City, and its now very firmly linked to the bars there, as well as venues including the Fruitmarket and City Halls. There have at times also been some strong connections between the Board of the Jazz Festival and Glasgow City Council. Im really interested in uncovering what role, if any, the Jazz Festival has had in the development of the area. In Glasgow, it seems to be the same small number of people taking one hat off and putting another hat on involved in making a lively cultural event like this happen. Alison worked at the Jazz Festival this summer, by way of some practice-led research, and since its a Collaborative Doctoral Award that has made the study possible, she hopes that her research will impact on industry as well as academia. Im very interested in what might come out of my research that could be of help to festival directors and the people staffing festivals, Alison explains. Particularly at the moment, with cuts to arts funding, Im keen to understand how you go about getting a festival off the ground. How then do you secure it? And how do you make it sustainable over a long period? I hope that there are lessons to be learned by identifying the key people necessary in the process. Taking advantage of the skills development courses available at Glasgow has set Alisons first PhD year off on the right foot. You dont get spoon-fed at all, but the opportunities are there to help you build the skills you need to keep on track, she says.

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in music please contact Jeanette Berrie, tel: +44 (0)141 330 3811 or email: jeanette.berrie@ glasgow.ac.uk.

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School of Culture & Creative Arts Music: taught programmes Composition

This programme has been designed to meet the needs of professional composers and musicians. You will develop practice-based skills in music and gain a thorough knowledge of contemporary contexts for compositional activity. You will develop a composition portfolio, accompanied by critical reflection on the compositional process in the form of a critical commentary. Your supervisor will be one of our team of successful, experienced composers, who engage with a range of technical approaches reflecting a wide variety of contemporary styles. Applicants should have experience of composing music. Programme overview PgDip: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgCert: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will work with tutors on your composition portfolio(s) and attend departmental research seminars and workshops. The PgDip consists of two composition portfolios, each consisting of 15 minutes of music accompanied by a critical commentary of up to 2,000 words. You will also be introduced to the compositional process at postgraduate level, meeting regularly with supervisors. The PgCert consists of a composition portfolio of 15 minutes of music accompanied by a critical commentary of up to 2,000 words. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Applicants should also have experience of composing music.

Historically Informed Performance Practice (in conjunction with the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland)
This Masters will provide you with opportunities to develop insight and experience in historical performance practice of music. The MMus, taught jointly with the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (formerly RSAMD), combines vocal or instrumental study with performancerelated academic research and an element of apprenticeship with professional ensembles. Programme overview MMus: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Two routes are available: one weighted towards performance, the other towards musicological enquiry. Core courses include: Two series of seminars in historically informed performance practice; Practical presentation; Practical portfolio; Dissertation; Assessed performance recital. You will have the opportunity to undertake workshops, rehearsals and potentially performances in collaboration with leading ensembles such as the Dunedin Consort and Concerto Caledonia. As a UNESCO City of Music, Glasgow offers enormous opportunities to become involved with music making at a professional level. There is ample opportunity for ensemble playing, leading to the development of both valuable musical team working and interpersonal skills. Entry requirements: Normally, at least a 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in music, plus an audition.

Musicology
This programme provides you with intensive exposure to the contemporary field of musicology and develops your skills through a mixture of classroom-based seminars and involvement in specialist research projects. Applicants should have experience of music analysis and writing about music. Programme overview PgDip: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Core courses: Musicology; Two research seminars, including presentations to be written up as essays. If you are studying for the PgDip you will also complete a musicology dissertation. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Applicants should also have experience of music analysis.

Popular Music
This Masters in Popular Music programme introduces and develops your critical understanding of the academic study of popular music at postgraduate level. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Core courses: You will undertake courses on the music industries and popular music politics. These include: Popular music theory; Popular music history; The music industries; Popular music politics; Dissertation of up to 20,000 words. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Popular Music: Creative Practice

This Masters programme provides the opportunity to develop your critical thinking skills and reflective practice around the creative aspects of popular music. As a popular music practitioner, it will give you the tools to develop your career or business in the music industries. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Core courses: Popular music theory; Popular music history; Creative practice 1 (theory); Creative practice 2 (creative project); Dissertation of up to 20,000 words. The creative project can include work such as songwriting; making music for a film or video; or designing and performing a gig. You will benefit from the personal supervision of an academic, who is also a practitioner. The Universitys Chapel Choir is directed by James Grossmith, also Chorus Master at Scottish Opera, and accompanied by the renowned British recitalist Kevin Bowyer. Regularly invited to record the Daily Service and broadcast the Morning Service live on BBC Radio 4, recent concerts include the Scottish premieres of several pieces by James MacMillan. See: www.chapelchoir.org. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/music Popular Music: Music Industries

This Masters in Popular Music: Music Industries introduces and develops your critical understanding of popular music and prepares you for a role in the music industries. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The programme is unique in the UK, offering the only postgraduate placement involving a tailored research project within a music industries organisation. You will spend Semester 2 on placement with one of a number of music industry employers. Core courses: Popular music theory; Popular music history; The music industries; Music industries placement; Dissertation of up to 20,000 words. The music industries placement gives you the chance to work within a music industries environment as part of a placement. You will undertake a project supervised by the host organisation in conjunction with academic staff. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Sonic Arts
This programme provides an opportunity to create your own sonic art works or sound design using contemporary technology, as well as gain an understanding of new technological approaches and aesthetics. Skills are developed through a dedicated project in the form of a portfolio of sonic artworks and accompanying critical commentary. Applicants should have some experience of composition and music technology. Programme overview PgDip: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will work with tutors on your sonic arts portfolio(s) and attend departmental research seminars and workshops. The PgDip consists of two sonic arts portfolios, each consisting of 15 minutes accompanied by a critical commentary of up to 2,000 words. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Applicants should also have some experience of composition and music technology and will be expected to supply examples of any prior work.

Understanding copyright in a digital age

Professor of Popular Music Martin Cloonan is an expert in the politics of popular music, with a particular interest in issues concerning censorship and freedom of expression. Since 2011, he has been engaged in a new collaboration with colleagues in the Universitys School of Law, investigating how copyright applies to live performance and the digital streaming of music. The UK recording industrys coordinated efforts to convince the European legislature to extend the copyright term for sound recordings has been the focus of much discussion in recent years and forms the backdrop to this research. The major record companies have been facing severe problems and one thing they think will help is the extension of copyright term, Professor Cloonan explains. If you can keep recordings for longer you can make more money out of them. This means the whole debate around copyright has tended to be dominated by the concerns of record companies and their allies. However, live music is now worth more than recorded music in the UK, so we need to look at that. Record companies have also bought into a streaming service called Spotify, but the question is where does the money go? The copyright regime of live performance and streaming hasnt really been studied and it needs to be. Professor Cloonan and his team plan to bring together academics, industry professionals and musicians to develop new thinking on the subject and, with support from the Universitys Kelvin Smith Scholarship Fund, have recently assigned a PhD student to the project: We really want this student to try and shape the debate across the country, says Professor Cloonan. I always take the view as a PhD supervisor that we are there to guide students but its really important that students take ownership of their own work early on. For Professor Cloonan, who is also producing a three-book history of live music in the UK, Glasgow is an inspiring and innovative centre for postgraduate research. Its the best music city in the UK and has a fantastic intellectual environment, he says. Academic research in music at the University is top in Scotland and its going to go from strength to strength. Were at the forefront in lots of areas, not only popular music but also composition and performance. We also have great links with the music industry and work closely with professionals across all genres, so we know people and they support us. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/martincloonan

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School of Humanities

Philosophy
Since the Universitys foundation in 1451, Philosophy at Glasgow has been advanced and taught by some of the subjects key thinkers throughout history, including Professor of Moral Philosophy Francis Hutcheson, Professor of Logic Adam Smith and Professor of Moral Philosophy Thomas Reid.

Research environment
Philosophy at Glasgow has a vibrant research culture and a tradition of excellence. Our research expertise extends across the subject areas of: metaphysics epistemology philosophy of mind philosophy of perception philosophy of language logic philosophy of mathematics ethics political philosophy aesthetics philosophy of religion the history of early modern philosophy the history of analytic philosophy. We host a research centre and a research forum: The Centre for the Study of Perceptual Experience facilitates analytical philosophical and empirical research into the nature of perceptual experience. Our researchers often work in an interdisciplinary manner, drawing on philosophy, psychology, neuroscience, psychiatry, and humancomputer interaction. The Forum for Philosophy & Religion supports innovative research by scholars who employ the tools and methods of analytical philosophy to study religious ideas. We are concerned not only with Western theistic religious traditions but also with the religious and philosophical traditions indigenous to India and the Far East.

Learning environment
We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of research excellence, and attach significant importance to maintaining an active postgraduate community. If you choose to study with us, you can enjoy a supportive environment for learning, with opportunities to spend part of your degree abroad. Subject area life centres around two regular events: the weekly senior seminar, where eminent philosophers from the UK and beyond present their research and receive critical feedback the weekly postgraduate seminar, where our graduate students present their work to their peers and to staff, and receive help with their research. In addition, numerous reading groups, workshops, conferences and research projects take place throughout the year. Staff and students present their research at workshops and conferences all over the world and publish monographs, edited collections, and papers in a wide range of the very best philosophy journals. Finally, every summer, staff and postgraduates go on the postgraduate reading party: recently staff and students had an enjoyable trip to the Highlands.

Contact Anne Southall, Postgraduate Programme Administrator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5692 Email: anne.southhall@glasgow.ac.uk

Career prospects
Employability is about your skills, aptitudes, abilities, confidence and self-awareness. The University is committed to ensuring that all students are encouraged to develop such skills and provided with the opportunity to do so. Philosophy students wishing to pursue a career in academia are given personalised advice and opportunities in the following topics: research and publishing presenting papers at conferences teaching the format and content of curricula vitae.

Resources and facilities

There are ample study facilities, including a separate networked computer cluster for postgraduates and shared office accommodation. The University library is well stocked with resources for philosophy, with approximately 10,000 allocated each year for new philosophy acquisitions.

Funding and scholarships

You can find information about the latest funding opportunities for students in the College of Arts at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding. The Royal Institute of Philosophy provides funding through the Jacobsen Fellowships and Postgraduate Bursaries scheme for study specifically in philosophy. We have had several awards made to students to study at Glasgow in recent years and welcome applicants in the future: www.royalinstitutephilosophy.org/ page/42.

Francis Hutcheson was Professor of Moral Philosophy at the University from 1730 until his death. His writings and teaching inspired Enlightenment thinking, and he was responsible for introducing the practice of lecturing in English rather than Latin to Scottish university education.

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If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. Our research degrees are: MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. These degrees are examined by a viva in which the candidate answers questions on the dissertation. The dissertation is a piece of original research devoted to tackling a specific philosophical topic in depth. The viva is conducted by two examiners: an internal examiner from the University (who has not supervised the dissertation) and an invited external examiner from another institution. Each research student works under the supervision of two members of staff familiar with the students field of enquiry. Topics in which we would welcome postgraduate research include: metaphysics epistemology philosophy of mind philosophy of perception philosophy of language logic philosophy of mathematics ethics political philosophy aesthetics philosophy of religion the history of early modern philosophy the history of analytic philosophy. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/philosophy/staff.

Philosophy: taught programmes Philosophy

This MLitt will build on your undergraduate study of analytical philosophy and challenge you to acquire a more specialised and deeper understanding of philosophical issues. It is the degree that you should take if you wish to progress to the PhD. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You take six taught courses: in each of the two semesters you take the philosophy research methods course and one course in each of your two optional subject areas. You also write a dissertation on a specialised topic. Subject areas on offer: ethics; political philosophy; philosophy of mind; metaphysics; philosophy of language. Other subject areas that may be on offer include: epistemology; formal logic; philosophical logic; philosophy of mathematics; aesthetics; philosophy of religion; history of philosophy. Entry requirements: Normally a 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent) in analytic philosophy.

Understanding perception
In the philosophy of mind, the big question that everyone would like to answer is what the relationship is between brain and mind. While scientists investigate what goes on in the brain, Professor Fiona Macpherson wants to investigate the nature of the mind. Her current research focus is a project titled Perception, Imagination and the Structure of Experience. This project is about considering how our perceptual experiences are influenced by our beliefs and desires, says Professor Macpherson. Some people think its obvious that this so-called cognitive penetration can occur; Ive argued that its quite difficult to show that this is what happens. If beliefs and desires do affect perceptual experience, the implications enter the sphere of moral philosophy. Our experience is an independent guide to the world, but if its already been affected by prior beliefs which might be fear, prejudice or bias experience is much more problematic than you would have thought, explains Professor Macpherson. You can be responsible for what you judge on the basis of your experience, but how can you be responsible for what your experience tells you is there? Professor Macpherson is Director of the Centre for the Study of Perceptual Experience at the University, which is part of an international network for sensory research, pulling together psychologists and neuroscientists from Toronto, Harvard, MIT, London and Glasgow to share ideas. When I was a postgraduate student I was advised to go abroad if I wanted to do well in philosophy, says Professor Macpherson. I thought that you should be able to study in Scotland and become a good philosopher and in fact you can. Glasgow even has a conversion programme, which is unique in the UK. Within a year we convert graduates from other disciplines into people ready to do a PhD in philosophy. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/fionamacpherson

Philosophy (Conversion Programme)

This is a conversion programme for graduates whose first degree does not include a substantial component devoted to philosophy as practised in the analytical tradition. It provides an introduction to a broad range of core topics in analytic philosophy and prepares you for undertaking a research degree. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take two core courses and choose four optional courses. You will also produce a dissertation on a specialised topic. Core coures: Introduction to analytic philosophy 1; Introduction to analytic philosophy 2. Optional courses change but frequently include: metaphysics; epistemology; philosophy of mind; philosophy of perception; externalism and reference; philosophy of language; modality and essence; philosophy of mathematics; formal logic; moral philosophy; political philosophy; philosophy of emotions; philosophy of art; philosophy of religion; history of modern philosophy; history of moral philosophy; Scottish Enlightenment. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. For more information: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ postgraduate/taught.

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in philosophy, please contact Christelle Le Riguer, tel: +44 (0)141 330 3538 or email: christelle.leriguer@glasgow.ac.uk.

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Scottish & Celtic Studies

The University of Glasgow brings together leading scholars in the teaching and research of Scottish literary tradition, history and archaeology as well as experts in the ancient, medieval and modern periods in the Celtic languages of Scottish Gaelic, Irish and Welsh. In 1971 we became the first university in the world to establish an academic department dedicated to the study of Scottish literature, and we are also the first university in Scotland to have a dedicated Chair of Gaelic.

Research environment
Our leading expertise spans the subject areas of Scottish literature, Scottish history, archaeology, histort of art, music, theatre studies, and Celtic and Gaelic. Research centres: Centre for Medical Humanities Centre for Robert Burns Studies Centre for Scottish & Celtic Studies. Scottish and Celtic studies The Centre for Scottish & Celtic Studies brings academics together from across the University to research and teach the history, literature and culture of Scotland and the Celtic world. Members participate in ambitious research projects, including three major AHRC-funded endeavours. Our current projects include: Breaking of Britain Commemorations of saints in Scottish placenames History and development of philosophy in 17th-century Scotland Scots words and place names Scottish toponymy in transition Strathearn Environs & Royal Forteviot (Historic Scotland). Further information about Scottish & Celtic history and archeology Masters can be found on pages 30 and 51. Scottish literature We research Scottish literature in Scots and English from the medieval period until the 21st century. Today, 70% of our work is classed as world-leading or internationally excellent, according to the latest independent survey of research quality, RAE 2008. We have been involved with the research output of the Association for Scottish Literary Studies, the Scottish Text Society and a number of scholarly edition projects, including Walter Scott, James Hogg, Hugh MacDiarmid and the Oxford University Press Collected Works of Robert Burns. Celtic and Gaelic Rated in the UKs top ten for Celtic studies research, according to the 2008 Research

Assessment Exercise, we are also the first university in Scotland to have a dedicated Chair of Gaelic. Our primary interests are in: Scottish Gaelic and Irish language and literature medieval Celtic literatures and history.

Learning environment
Our strengths across Scottish and Celtic studies offer you the opportunity to engage in advanced study of Scotlands history, culture and languages, as well as Celtic studies more broadly. Working under the supervision of expert academic staff, you can opt for a programme with a flexible or a tailored curriculum. Students run their own weekly reading groups as well as contributing to the weekly research seminars run by the Centre for Scottish & Celtic Studies. We are home to the biggest Scottish literature graduate programme in the world and we work with many award-winning authors and poets. If you study with us, you can learn from scholars who are active in editing the work of major Scottish canonical writers as well as engaging in research and publication in all periods of Scottish literature.

Contact Heather Russell, Administrative Assistant Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4509 Email: heather.russell@glasgow.ac.uk

Career prospects
Previous students have secured jobs in museums and government heritage bodies; publishing and book marketing; primary and secondary teaching and teaching English as a foreign language abroad. Alternatively, you can pursue an academic career.

Resources and facilities

We hold collections of rare Gaelic manuscripts from the 17th to the 20th centuries and you will have access to our research archive, the MacLean Room, which houses our range of books, periodicals and other printed material relating to Celtic and Gaelic. In addition, you can make use of the Baillie Room, where there are networked computers, a laser printer and scanner, alongside the Baillie Collections of printed medieval and modern sources in Scottish and Irish history. Finally, there are the rich historical and cultural resources of the city of Glasgow, including a plethora of museums, libraries, literary festivals and contemporary Gaelic culture.

Professor Thomas Clancy holds the Universitys Chair of Celtic and is the Principal Investigator of an AHRC-funded project on Scottish place names, which aims to conduct and publish surveys in Perthshire and the Scottish Borders, as well as exchange knowledge with local communities through talks, walks and exhibitions. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ celticgaelicresearch/stit.

Funding and scholarships

You can find information about the latest funding opportunities for students in the College of Arts at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/art/funding. If youre interested in studying Scottish Literature, a range of research scholarships and awards is also available: www.glasgow.ac.uk/scottishliterature/ postgraduateresearchopportunities.

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We have a range of full-time and part-time postgraduate research degrees available: MRes: Master of Research, a flexible programme offering a combination of taught and research components, dissertation length 17,00030,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. Topics in which we would welcome postgraduate research include: modern and medieval Celtic languages, literature and cultures, especially modern Scottish Gaelic and Irish language and linguistics modern Scottish Gaelic literature, 18th21st centuries Gaelic linguistics medieval Celtic legal traditions medieval Celtic literatures textual cultures of the medieval Celticspeaking areas medieval Celtic art Celtic place names of Scotland Christianity and religious culture in medieval Scotland the medieval history of Scotland, Ireland and Wales Scottish literature of the Renaissance 18th-century literary tradition Robert Burns studies Scottish Romanticism 20th-century Scottish modernism contemporary Scottish literature. Information on Scottish research topics for archeology, history, music, history of art and theatre can be found on the relevant subject pages. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/scottishliterature/staff www.glasgow.ac.uk/celticgaelic/staff www.glasgow.ac.uk/scottishcelticstudies/staff.

Digitising Gaelic language and culture

Celtic and Gaelic studies researchers are looking to the future by digitising archives that will bring the Gaelic language, culture and history to a modern audience. The primary goal of my research is to shed light on Gaelic language and culture, and to share that with the public, says Roibeard Maolalaigh, Professor of Gaelic at the University. There is a huge amount to be done. Very often you find yourself dealing with evidence and materials that have never been looked at in depth, so its very exciting; you are blazing a pioneering trail. Professor Maolalaigh is the director of the Digital Archive of Scottish Gaelic, established in 2006 to digitise the extensive archive generated by a project, The Historical Dictionary of Scottish Gaelic, which aimed to produce a comprehensive historical dictionary of Scottish Gaelic based on printed and unpublished sources. One of the attractions of coming to Glasgow was the archive that had been built, and the possibilities of creating a web resource so that people could access the information, explains Professor Maolalaigh. The resources include extensive fieldwork records, manuscripts and sound recordings from throughout Scotland and Canada. Celtic and Gaelic studies are interdisciplinary by nature, and include languages, archaeology, medieval studies, and literature. Scottish Gaelic is so interesting linguistically, and it has powerful and absorbing literature, says Professor Maolalaigh. The University is a very attractive place to work in this field. Were on the doorstop of the Highlands with easy access to Gaelic speakers, and Glasgow has the greatest concentration of Gaelic speakers in Scotland. Having good relations with the Gaelic community and giving back to that community is very important. Professor Maolalaigh is also analysing linguistic variation and the way in which different dialects interact with one another to create new forms of language. He set up the Gaelic Language Initiative in 2005, which has been highly successful in raising the profile of the Gaelic language in the University. The research environment here is very strong, he says. We have sixteen PhD students and nine MRes students. We not only offer PhD scholarships but also teaching assistantships, so our postgraduates also have the opportunity to teach. Previous students have gone on to research and teaching, to work in museums and the cultural sector, and into broadcasting. Professor Maolalaighs advice to prospective students is to visit the University. Come and see us, he says. At the Centre for Scottish & Celtic Studies we have the strongest concentration of world-leading scholars in the field. We have an open door policy, so get in touch as soon as possible. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/ roibeardomaolalaigh

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in Scottish & Celtic studies, please contact Elaine Wilson, tel: +44 (0)141 330 5512 or email: elaine. wilson@glasgow.ac.uk. For Scottish literature, please contact Meg MacDonald, tel: +44 (0)141 330 7493 or email: critstudies-pgenquiries@glasgow.ac.uk.

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School of Humanities Scottish & Celtic studies: taught programmes Celtic Studies
The Masters in Celtic Studies is an interdisciplinary programme specialising in the medieval Celtic languages, literature, history and archaeology covering the whole span of the Middle Ages from the 6th to the 16th centuries. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take two core courses, choose two optional courses and study a Celtic language. You will also produce a dissertation on a specialist topic agreed with your supervisor. Core courses: Approaching the past: critical evaluations of sources and methods in Celtic and Scottish medieval studies; Themes and debates in Celtic studies. You will also take introductory courses in one of the medieval Celtic languages. If appropriate, you may do advanced study in one of these languages. You may, if appropriate, take a course in Scottish Gaelic instead. Introduction to Early Gaelic (Old and Middle Irish); Introduction to Middle Welsh. Optional courses: Medieval Irish and Welsh literature; Christianity in early medieval Scotland; Pictish monuments and culture; Legal traditions of medieval Ireland and Wales; Arthur in medieval Welsh literature; Kingship in early medieval Ireland and Scotland. You may alternatively, with the approval of the programme organiser, take a taught course from a related Masters programme or take another language course. Normally the optional courses consist of either small group or one-to-one tutorial work on particular research topics with specialists in that field of enquiry. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Shedding light on Robert Burns

Established in 2007, the Centre for Robert Burns Studies at Glasgow is the only one of its kind in the world. The centres mission is the development of research, scholarship and teaching in the literature, life and cultural period of Robert Burns: Scotlands national poet. Burns was born in 1759 and rose to literary prominence in 1786 with the first collection of his poetry. With a recent award of 1.1m from the Arts & Humanities Research Council (AHRC), academics in the centre are pooling their expertise to produce the first complete scholarly edition of the works of Scotlands much-loved poet. The five-year project, Editing Burns for the 21st Century, follows the Oxford University Press (OUP) contract secured by the centre in 2009 to publish the collection, which will include Burnss prose works, letters, poetry, songs and other miscellaneous writing. By incorporating journals that Burns wrote in the 1780s commonplace books containing notes and drafts of poems, and letters to the press, friends and colleagues the edition is set to elevate Burnss reputation within the world of academia, explains Professor Gerry Carruthers, director of the centre and editor of the Oxford Handbook to Robert Burns. The AHRC funding along with the OUP contract marks a seismic shift in Burns studies, he says. We now have the platform to assert Burnss status as a major Romantic Period artist alongside the likes of William Wordsworth and John Keats. Dr Kirsteen McCue is co-director of the centre and will edit a new edition of Burns Songs for George Thomson as part of the collection. She too is of the opinion that the project is highly significant. A lot of new material associated with Burns has been discovered, which has not been addressed by previous scholarship, she says. Its spread far and wide across the globe, and now we have an opportunity to pull it all together so that everybody can see the complete output. Two PhD studentships have been assigned to the project and the centre is keen to develop more opportunities for postgraduates in the future. For Dr McCue, having a dedicated Robert Burns research community at the University means students have access to the material and experts needed to produce excellent research. Weve got very close connections with the National Library of Scotland, the Mitchell Library and the new Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, all of which have amazing collections of material, and we would definitely have these open to anybody whos interested in working on Burns, she says. Whats more, the centre is part of a broader interest in the Long 18th Century and Romanticism. So if a student is interested in working on a contemporary of Burns or comparing Burns with a writer from a different century, for example, we have experts in Scottish and English literature who can cosupervise projects of that nature.

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The Masters in Scottish & Celtic Studies builds upon our internationally acknowledged strengths across a number of disciplines, including archaeology, Celtic and Gaelic language, Scottish history and Scottish literature. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take one core interdisciplinary course and choose five optional courses from a wide selection. You will also produce a dissertation on a specialist topic agreed with your supervisor. In tailoring your degree to suit your academic and career goals, you may either select widely across all participating disciplines, or choose to specialise in archaeology, Celtic & Gaelic, Scottish history, Scottish literature, or medieval Scottish studies. Scottish & Celtic Studies: This degree offers you maximum flexibility in selecting from a wide range of courses offered by the four core disciplines (ie archaeology, Celtic & Gaelic, Scottish history and Scottish literature) and from options offered from other related disciplines, such as classics. Scottish & Celtic Studies with Archaeology: Glasgows reputation for high-quality archaeological research and teaching is to the fore in this version of the degree. A named award in archaeology is available if you complete a minimum of two optional courses and a dissertation in archaeology. Among the archaeology options are: Themes in early medieval Scottish archaeology; Early Christian monuments of Scotland. Scottish & Celtic Studies with Celtic & Gaelic: Expertise from the Celtic & Gaelic subject area allows for specialisation in the culture and the language of Ireland and the Scottish Gidhealtachd. If you are new to Gaelic, this specialisation will allow you to take introductory Gaelic courses. Alternatively, experienced Gaelic speakers may use this MLitt to develop their existing interest in the language. A named award in Celtic & Gaelic is available if you complete a minimum of two optional courses and a dissertation in any aspect of Celtic and Gaelic language and literature. Among the Celtic & Gaelic options are: Themes and debates in Celtic studies; Translation and the languages of Scotland. Scottish & Celtic Studies with Scottish History: We celebrate the centenary of the foundation of the Chair in Scottish History and Literature at the University of Glasgow in 2013. A hundred years of research and teaching in Scottish history has generated a dynamic Scottish history community and considerable experience in delivering postgraduate teaching and research. A named award in Scottish history is available if you complete a minimum of two optional courses and a dissertation in any aspect of Scottish history. Among the Scottish history options are Society, culture and politics in the Highland clearances, and Issues, ideologies and institutions of modern Scotland. Scottish & Celtic Studies with Scottish Literature: Leading Scottish literature academics contribute to both the interdisciplinary and discipline-specific options in the degree. A named award in Scottish literature is available if you complete a minimum of two optional courses and a dissertation in any aspect of Scottish literature. Among the Scottish literature options are Revolutionary Scotland: literature, culture and politics, and Jacobean Scotland. Scottish & Celtic Studies Medieval Scottish Studies: The University of Glasgow has long been known for its research and teaching in medieval history. A named award in medieval Scottish studies is available if you complete a minimum of two optional courses and a dissertation in any aspect of medieval Scottish studies. A wide range of interdisciplinary courses is available. Entry requirements: Normally, at least a 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in a core or cognate discipline (archaeology, Celtic & Gaelic, history, literature, etc). Applicants with a lower second-class Honours degree or non-standard qualification may be considered for entry to the Postgraduate Diploma with the possibility of transfer to the MLitt following successful completion of the taught component of the programme.

Supporting our researchers

While studying as an undergraduate in Scottish literature at Glasgow, Pauline Mackays interest in Burns led academics to encourage her to continue her studies at postgraduate level. She took their advice, and is now establishing a promising career in the Centre for Robert Burns Studies. After completing her thesis, Dr Mackay successfully applied for a research assistantship in the centre to work on a major project called Robert Burns: Inventing Tradition and Securing Memory. The role involved supporting the creation of a unique online catalogue of public monuments of Burns erected worldwide by 1909, along with images and souvenirs relating to the poet. I spent a year going around various museums and repositories digitising Burns memorabilia and creating a web presence, explains Dr Mackay. After spending my PhD immersed in manuscripts it was really interesting to branch out into material culture. Having caught the Burns bug, Dr Mackay applied for her second research assistant post in spring of 2011 and is now assigned to Editing Burns for the 21st Century. Her role provides support to the academics editing the complete works edition and she is responsible for updating the global Burns community on the projects progress by helping develop a new web resource and with the use of social media. Glasgow is wonderful because of the amount of opportunities available to PhD students, she says. Its great to be part of a huge community of experts who can not only support you but feed your interests. I dont think it gets much better than that. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/paulinemackay

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School of Culture & Creative Arts

Theatre Studies
Theatre Studies is designed to enable you to become proficient in the techniques of historical, sociological and theoretical analysis of the theatrical process, past and present. Based in a city famed for its theatres and touring companies, our lively and engaged research culture brings together staff and students with a wide range of interests in many aspects of drama, theatre and performance.

Research environment
We are committed to research that promotes intellectual edge and social purpose. The study of texts and contexts is at the heart of our work and we create a stimulating, supportive research community for scholars pursuing a wide range of topics, using a variety of methodologies. According to the most recent independent assessment of research quality, the Research Assessment Exercise 2008, 85% of our research is classified as world-leading or internationally excellent. This ranks us as one of the top five subject groups in our field in the UK. In our research, we explore themes of: nation and post-nation textual analysis institutions, infrastructure and policy representation and identity. The interests of our friendly and approachable staff range from Scottish and German theatre to Shakespeare, to intercultural performance, to devising and physical theatre.

Glasgow offers an unbeatable location for the study of theatre offering a stimulating environment with many theatres, touring companies, film venues and creative organisations. The city is home to a huge variety of theatres, producing shows that range from the experimental and risky to the traditional and repertory, from canonical and new writing to devised and physical performance. Venues include: Citizens Theatre, The Arches, Tramway, Theatre Royal, The Kings Theatre, Centre for Contemporary Arts and The Tron. Glasgow is also the base for a number of nationally significant theatre organisations, including National Theatre of Scotland, Playwrights Studio, Ankur Productions, Vanishing Point and Theatre Cryptic. The city hosts annual theatre and performance festivals, and is only 50-minutes by train from the Edinburgh Festivals over the month of August.

Contact Tel: +44 (0)141 330 3809 Email: tfts@glasgow.ac.uk

Career prospects
Previous graduates have pursued work in theatre practice, museums and/or teaching. Some have gone on to become commissioned playwrights, production dramaturges, theatre critics, literary advisers and theatre makers. Your experience may also prepare you to take up opportunities in the media, festival management and programming, and arts administration.

Learning environment
Our postgraduate programmes offer a wide range of teaching techniques, combining academic and industry knowledge. You will be taught by leading scholars, and will also be able to benefit from our strong external links with professional practitioners and arts organisations, including National Theatre of Scotland, Playwrights Studio Scotland and The Arches. This ensures that you are provided with the most relevant content and are kept up to date with the latest theatre trends. We conduct our teaching primarily in small seminar groups, which support you to develop critical and creative skills. In addition, we can offer flexibility within many of our degree programmes so that you are able to study areas of individual interest. Alongside masterclasses and workshops with external specialists, we regularly host research seminars with invited speakers introducing students and staff alike to key debates and influential practitioners.

Resources and facilities

All of our students have access to first-rate specialist resources and facilities including: the James Arnott Theatre, which has a traditional studio-theatre format, dressing rooms and green room. Its trampoline lighting grid made up of a large wire mesh is the only example of such design in Scotland; the performance studio, which is fully equipped with lighting and sound facilities for rehearsals, or as a space for practical work such as theatre direction or stage management; the resources room, which is ideal for independent learning and research and hosts a number of fully networked PCs, TV/VHS workstations with DVD and digital satellite viewing, and an extensive video library of more than 6,000 items of footage including recorded theatrical performances; the theatre design room, which is a studio space used to carry out practical project work. The room is equipped with model-making, drawing, and computer imaging facilities.

Funding and scholarships

Information about scholarships for the College of Arts can be accessed at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ arts/funding. There is also a range of funding opportunities specific to our School of Culture & Creative Arts. For the most up-to-date information see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/cca/funding.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/tfts Research programmes

If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. The MPhil by Research consists of independent study determined by you according to your interests. You will be supported by appropriately experienced supervisor(s). Recent studies undertaken via this route include: a thesis on the impact of technology on the live body in performance a quantitative and qualitative study of The Arches as a particular site of cultural production a practice-based study into the potential of light and projection to render the female performing body more or less present/absent in space. Alternatively, you can study for a PhD. We welcome students from a variety of backgrounds to work on areas of specialist interest using methods from the arts, humanities and social sciences, including, where appropriate, research through practice. As a PhD student at Glasgow, you may have opportunities to: present and discuss your work in progress with colleagues and staff members at the annual symposium organised by postgraduate students attend a varied programme of research events take advanced courses in order to develop your skills become a Teaching Fellow, delivering tutorials to first- and second-year undergraduates. Topics in which we would welcome postgraduate research include: contemporary performance practice Scottish theatre and drama British, German, Irish and American theatre and drama theatre history and historiography Elizabethan and Jacobean, Romantic, 18thand 19th-century theatre and drama postcolonial and intercultural studies practice-led research stage adaptations. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/tfts/staff.

A supportive environment
PhD student Kieran Hurley is pursuing his academic studies in theatre while also nurturing a professional career as a performer and playwright. While Kieran believes its not always easy to manage the demands of an arts practice alongside the rigours of PhD research, he feels that, thanks to the support of his supervisors, he has been able to accommodate both, allowing his research and his arts practice to evolve alongside each other. Originally from Edinburgh, Kieran first came to Glasgow as an undergraduate student. It was while still completing his MA in Theatre Studies that Kieran began making theatre in diverse contexts. Although his research isnt practice-led, the work hes involved in through his arts practice supports and complements his PhD. A professional development appointment with San Francisco-based performance art company La Pocha Nostra, for example, also provided an opportunity for fieldwork which has become central to his research. My base for practising theatre is very much in Glasgow, Kieran says. When I made the decision to continue my academic work, it made a lot of sense for me to stay on in this city and in Theatre Studies at the University. Starting out on a PhD can be a daunting experience: I found working in a familiar environment where I already felt confident and had pre-existing relationships was very helpful. Funding for Kierans research is courtesy of a PhD studentship created in conjunction with the launch of a new academic journal: Theatre, Dance and Performance Training. Although the funding criteria stipulated that Kierans doctoral research had to relate to contemporary performance and training with an emphasis on pedagogical practices, he has had a fair amount of scope to explore his interests in activist theatre and performance practice within his research proposal. Kieran speaks very highly of the support he has received during his time as a postgraduate at the University. My experience of my supervisors has been overwhelmingly positive, he says. One of them happens to have supervised my undergraduate dissertation and the other is a member of staff who joined after I graduated. Both have been really encouraging and supportive throughout. The college has also provided lots of opportunities for teaching work, which has been really great as Id like to continue to teach in tandem with my arts practice. Through the graduate teaching assistant work, Ive led seminars in a group facilitator role, occasionally tutored in practical work and more recently have had the opportunity to give lectures too. What Ive got out of the teaching work has been a real highlight of my experience as a postgraduate student.

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in theatre studies, please contact Dr Victoria Price, tel: +44 (0)141 330 4061 or email: victoria. price@glasgow.ac.uk.

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School of Culture & Creative Arts Theatre Studies: taught programmes Playwriting & Dramaturgy
The Masters in Playwriting & Dramaturgy gives you a practical and theoretical engagement with the many forms of writing and production for theatre. The programme is designed for those wishing to develop playwriting skills and knowledge of script development and support, opening the way to many theatre roles, including dramaturgy. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time Our programme is the only one in Scotland that combines playwriting with dramaturgy. You will undertake core practical playwriting courses and core dramaturgy courses before choosing to specialise in one pathway. A significant part of the programme is delivered by professional writers and dramaturges. This programme also includes the opportunity for playwrights to develop a major script, through workshops and staged readings with actors and directors. Core teaching is delivered in two semesters, followed by an independent desk- or practicebased project. Our core courses introduce you to the foundations of both playwriting as a craft, as well as dramaturgy as a historical and contemporary practice. In addition, core courses develop other skills useful to the role of the dramaturge and the practitioner, including critical reading, writing and reflection, independent research skills (such as archival and audience research), and presentation skills. These courses will also prepare you to pursue doctoral study in the future. Courses include: Playwriting; Dramaturgy: histories and practices; Reading and interpreting performance; Dramaturgical work placement; Research methods; Independent project. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. ensuring you engage with a wide variety of histories and practices attached to the study of theatre. The teaching will enable you to understand and be confident in the application of different methodological approaches to the study of theatre history, including archival practices, oral history and textual analysis. You will also gain an understanding of how historical practices can be applied and embedded beyond academia. You can choose an independent research project that suits your future objectives: permitting further applied practice or the opportunity to undertake an in-depth study on an area of your choice. Core courses: Research methods: approaches to history; Debating dramaturgy; Reading and interpreting performance; Theatre archive placement; Independent research project. Optional courses include: Issues in Victorian and Edwardian theatre; Elizabethan and Jacobean drama: staging the other; Women and drama in the English Renaissance period; Intercultural performance in the Black and Green Atlantic. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Theatre History
This Masters programme introduces you to a variety of theatre histories and historical methodologies, ranging from classic drama to Elizabethan and Jacobean theatre, to performance in Victorian and Edwardian Britain and from dramatic text to theatrical apparatus. Looking at key developments in theatre historiography, you will consider issues such as the materiality of the stage; history and heritage; writing national theatre histories; as well as the theatrical cultures of the past. This programme is delivered in collaboration with the Scottish Theatre Archive and the Theatre and Performance Department of the Victoria & Albert Museum. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will be introduced to new approaches for examining and challenging different practices of theatre historiography; you will experiment with ways of analysing the past in order to gain new critical perspectives on theatre history; and you will also explore new histories of theatrical storytelling. A significant part of this programme is delivered by professional archivists and curators,

Theatre Practices
This Masters programme engages with a range of theatre and performance practices, explored in a critically informed capacity, ranging from dramaturgy to playwriting, to site-specific and locational practices, to autobiographical performance. You will develop skills and techniques to further your vocational career; theoretical knowledge which will enrich and enhance your creative work; as well as the ability to critically interrogate your performance practice. You will be taught by leading academics as well as external professional practitioners. This programme is delivered in collaboration with The Arches: a world-leading performing arts venue in Glasgow. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The MLitt in Theatre Practices is designed to give you a practical and critical engagement with many forms of theatre and performance practice. You will take core courses and create a portfolio of optional courses according to your personal interests and perceived needs. You can also select some courses from across the College of Arts, enabling an interdisciplinary approach. The programme concludes with an independent research project. This provides you with a degree of flexibility in relation to the focus of your advanced study. It permits further applied practice or the opportunity to undertake an indepth written study on an area of your choice.

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Courses include: Research methods; Contemporary devising practices; Independent practice; Debating dramaturgy; Work placement; Independent research project. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Theatre Studies
This Masters programme engages with a wide variety of histories and practices attached to the study of theatre. It is designed to enable you to become proficient in the techniques of historical, sociological and theoretical analysis of the theatrical process, past and present. A key strength of this programme is its flexibility, which enables you to create a portfolio of courses based on your individual needs and interests. You will be taught by leading academics as well as external professional practitioners. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Study is mostly comprised of optional courses, enabling you to create your own Masters programme. The programme also allows you to work in an interdisciplinary capacity, selecting courses from across the College of Arts, according to personal interests. The programme convener will work with you to ensure a sensible portfolio of courses is constructed, according to your personal aims and objectives. Core teaching is delivered in two semesters, followed by an independent desk- or practicebased project. The independent research project provides an opportunity for you to identify an area of interest and to create a research project that allows in-depth critical exploration of this. Core courses: Research methods; Independent research project. Optional courses include: Autobiography and performance; Bodies in theatre and performance; Contemporary devising practices; Debating dramaturgy; Directing; Elizabethan and Jacobean drama; Intercultural performance; Issues in Victorian and Edwardian theatre; Modern German theatre; Performance theory and analysis; Playwriting; Space, place and performance; Work placement. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. By the end of this programme you will have developed knowledge of a range of issues pertinent to the study of theatre, including historical, contemporary, theoretical and practical. This programme will allow you to develop a wide range of subject knowledge combined with confidence in utilising different research methodologies.

The Scottish Theatre Archive

A valuable resource for theatre students that is unique to the University of Glasgow is the Scottish Theatre Archive. The archive forms part of the librarys Special Collections and its role is to help preserve Scotlands theatrical heritage by providing a safe and accessible home for archival material relating to Scottish theatre. It also acts as a major centre for enquiries, providing information from its own holdings or by directing researchers to other repositories. It attracts scholars, students, theatrical practitioners, historians and members of the public from all parts of the world. Founded in 1981, the collections have grown rapidly. A recent addition is the archive of the National Theatre of Scotland, which complements the archives of the Citizens Theatre, Scottish Ballet including material from its beginnings as the Western Theatre Ballet the BBC Radio Scotland script collection and the Jimmy Logan collection of music-hall material. Other collections include material relating to many Scottish theatres and companies, such as the Scottish National Players, Wilson Barrett Company, Dundee Repertory Theatre and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The contents of the different collections vary, but in general they include programmes, scripts, production notes, photographs, posters and press cuttings. Some of the collections also include business papers and correspondence. The archive has extensive holdings of playscripts, totalling more than 7,000 titles. As well as scripts relating to productions by companies for which there are major holdings, and large collections of published play texts, there are several separate script collections, including those of John Cairney, Michael Elder, Robert Kemp, and the Scottish Society of Playwrights. The archive continues to acquire new material, both to fill gaps in existing holdings and to cover areas as yet not well represented. Use of the archive is free, and there is a dedicated search function available from which records to the holdings of the archives catalogued so far may be accessed. www.glasgow.ac.uk/scottishtheatrearchive

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School of Critical Studies

Theology & Religious Studies

Theology or divinity has been taught at the University since its foundation in 1451. Today, theology and religious studies incorporates academic and vocational teaching and research across Judaeo-Christian traditions (both religious and secularised), as well as Islam and other world faiths.

Research environment
There is a long-established tradition of research into theology and religious studies at the University. Today, researchers continue to build on Glasgows reputation for excellence in traditional fields such as systematic theology, ecclesiology, church history and biblical studies, while also leading the redefinition of the disciplines from inside and outside these fields. Our emphasis is global and our approaches are diverse: some researchers work as theologians, others as cultural theorists, philosophers, sociologists or historians. We have strong interdisciplinary research links with the other subjects in and beyond the Universitys College of Arts. Recent collaborations have involved English and Scottish literature, law, education and philosophy. While we are strongly committed to our local and national contexts, Glasgow is also an international hub for research. We have collaborative projects and research networks with a wide range of institutions, from Beijing to Copenhagen, Berlin to Michigan. Our main collective research topics are: religion and politics the construction of religion as a modern category religion and technology futures and mysticism religion and identity scripts, scriptures, and textual analysis. We also have a research centre for Medical Humanities.

Learning environment
If you choose to study with us, you can benefit from our multidisciplinary approach and supportive environment for learning. All of our subjects can be studied from within or without a personal faith base. Both staff and postgraduate students have been responsible for a range of externally funded cross disciplinary events at the University, and we run several series of seminars and events for postgraduates including: biblical studies seminar series literature, theology and the arts seminar series theology and religious studies seminar series.

Career prospects
As a graduate of theology and religious studies, you will be in a good position to develop a career in education or further academic work, regardless of the subject of your undergraduate degree. You could also undertake some of our programmes in preparation for a career in church ministry.

Contact Meg MacDonald, Research and Development Coordinator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 7493 Email: critstudies-pgenquiries@glasgow.ac.uk

Resources and facilities

Theology and religious studies postgraduates can benefit from the range of resources the university has to offer, not least among which is the University librarys outstanding collection of manuscripts and early printed books. The centre for literature, theology and the arts, which has its base in Theology & Religious Studies, is an innovative space designed to accommodate multi disciplinary work that does not fit into a single subject area. As well as bringing together staff and postgraduates from the University, the centre also enjoys close relationships with The Glasgow School of Art and Glasgow Life.

Funding and scholarships

The University of Glasgow has a number of grants and scholarships available to those who wish to study at postgraduate level. You can find information about the latest funding opportunities for students in the College of Arts at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/arts/funding. Other research and funding opportunities can also be found at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/theology/ postgraduateresearchopportunities.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/theology Research programmes

If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. Our research degrees are: MRes: Master of Research, a flexible programme offering a combination of taught and research components, dissertation length 17,00030,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year full-time, two years part-time MTh: Master of Theology by Research, thesis length 30,00040,000 words, one year fulltime, two years part-time MLitt: Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,00070,000 words, two years fulltime, three years part-time PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000100,000 words, three years full-time, five years part-time. Doctorate in Practical Theology: This is an innovative professional research doctorate by portfolio, specifically designed to enable those who work in faith-based organisations or public and/or caring professions to reflect upon their value-based practice. Work is undertaken within research cohorts which meet five times a year for methods training and supervision. The degree can be taken on a part-time basis. Topics in which we would welcome postgraduate research include: biblical studies; systematic theology including interreligious theory and hermeneutics; literature, theology and the arts; gender, sexuality and the body; religion, culture and critical theory; bioethics; Hinduism/ Buddhism; Islamic studies; practical theology. Some examples of our current research projects include: image, alterity and artistic production in modern Jewish thought the language of theology in China and the West: research consortium between University of Glasgow, Renmin University Beijing and the Chinese University of Hong Kong sense over sectarianism technology and religion: structural affinities and cultural challenges The Third Mind: American artists contemplate Asia 18601989. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/subjects/theology/staff.

Theology & Religious Studies: taught programme Religion, Theology & Culture
The MLitt/MTh in Religion, Theology & Culture provides a comprehensive and cutting-edge exploration of classic and contemporary debates in theology and religious studies, incorporating the latest scholarship in the field. Programme overview MLitt/MTh: 12 months full-time; 24 months parttime The teaching component of the programme will combine core courses with a selection of optional courses that allow you to develop a specialisation in one of the following areas: Biblical studies; Theology; Islamic studies; Indian philosophy and religion; Literature, theology and the arts; Religion and critical theory. You will also produce a research dissertation on your area of particular interest. The courses offered on this programme combine breadth of coverage with in-depth study. Core courses: Religion, theology and modernity; Contemporary perspectives on religion and theology. A wide variety of optional courses are available to match your choice of specialisation. Entry requirements: Normally, at least a 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in an arts, humanities or social sciences degree or the equivalent. You should also submit a sample of academic writing. For more services: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ postgraduate/taught.

Mapping maternal health

Lecturer Julie Clague, who teaches in the School of Critical Studies, is heavily involved in research to understand how religion motivates people to behave in certain ways, and in particular how this impacts on health. My work is trying to put the knowledge base of theology into contact with whats happening on the ground in a global context, says Ms Clague. Faith-based interventions can have a hugely positive impact in addressing the HIV pandemic, for example. Many religious organisations run schools, hospitals and provide other sorts of provision and support. Yet blockages that result from a harmful theology can continue a cycle of people being infected with HIV. Four of Ms Clagues twelve PhD students work alongside her on issues of HIV and religion. A key piece of work she is engaged with brings together representatives of the United Nations and a range of faith-based organisations including World Vision, Islamic Relief and Caritas Internationalis. The global project aims to map how religious groups promote maternal health in two areas: the provision of skilled birth attendants and the prevention of mother-to-child HIV transmission. When international agencies give money for health care, it might not end up doing good because of corruption or poor infrastructure, explains Ms Clague. In the developing world its often faith communities working in villages that give people on very low incomes access to health provision for example, teaching people how HIV is transmitted or offering testing to pregnant women. To make a difference to maternal health and the survival rates of children, we must look to these places to identify good and bad practice. Our work in mapping the contribution of faith-based organisations to health provision can help the UN to improve the means by which it provides support on the ground. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/julieclague

Contact us
If you have an enquiry about a research degree in theology please contact Meg MacDonald, tel: +44 (0)141 330 7493 or email: critstudies-pgenquiries@glasgow.ac.uk.

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Study under the supervision of internationally renowned experts. From the moment you arrive at Glasgow, our pioneering teaching methods and state-of-the-art facilities support you as you prepare for a wide variety of careers, ranging from clinical and veterinary medicine, to biological and environmental science, in the National Health Service, or the academic, commercial and public sectors. www.glasgow.ac.uk/mvls

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Graduate School

A thriving community
We are one of the largest centres for research and professional training in life sciences, medicine, veterinary science, dentistry and nursing in the UK. The college graduate school is a thriving intellectual community, providing training and teaching for the clinicians, researchers and allied health professionals of tomorrow.
Research Institutes
Institute of Biodiversity, Animal Health & Comparative Medicine Institute of Cancer Sciences Institute of Cardiovascular & Medical Sciences Institute of Health & Wellbeing (joint with the College of Social Sciences) Institute of Infection, Immunity & Inflammation Institute of Molecular, Cell & Systems Biology Institute of Neuroscience & Psychology (joint with the College of Science & Engineering)

Research environment
Internationally renowned for our research and teaching expertise, we can provide you with a high-quality, research-rich learning environment. Our collaborative approach means that we study processes at every level of their biological organisation, from genes to cells, organs, individuals, populations and ecosystems. With an annual research income exceeding 52m, our expert academics are undertaking some of the most significant research in the UK in their subject areas. According to the most recent Research Assessment Exercise, which was conducted in 2008, veterinary medicine at the University is ranked joint top in the UK. Three other subjects in the college are ranked in the UKs top ten cardiovascular medicine, infection and immunology, and dentistry and allied health professions.

Career development
Specialist equipment and safety training is provided by postdoctoral staff and experienced technicians. You will be encouraged to visit other labs within the University and beyond to gain knowledge in specialised techniques and equipment. If it is relevant to your studies, you may be able to access training in statistics, computer programming for biologists and geographic information systems. You will be encouraged to publish your work and attend conferences where appropriate, and you may have the opportunity to participate in competitions and courses such as Enterprisers, BBSRC Biotechnology YES, and the Universitys Big Idea.

Schools
School School

of Life Sciences of Medicine School of Veterinary Medicine Contact Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5800 Email: mvls-gradschool@glasgow.ac.uk

Resources and facilities

As a postgraduate student in the college you will enjoy access to a range of facilities including: the Glasgow Biomedical Research Centre, which offers a multidisciplinary environment studying topics from molecular structure through to microbiology, molecular parasitology and immunobiology the British Heart Foundation Glasgow Cardiovascular Research Centre, which is an experimental and clinical facility that integrates research and clinical practice the Beatson Institute, one of Cancer Research UKs core-funded institutes, with state-ofthe-art technologies supporting cutting-edge research our Veterinary School at the Universitys Garscube Campus, which includes the Small Animal Hospital, the Weipers Centre for Equine Welfare and the new Scottish Centre for Production Animal Health & Food Safety the Scottish Centre for Ecology & the Natural Environment (SCENE) which is the foremost field station in Scotland for teaching, training and research in ecology and environmental sciences.

Learning environment
We offer a broad portfolio of professional and subject-orientated degree programmes, enabling you to develop your existing knowledge and skills, or translate them from a related discipline. If you join our community of around 485 academic staff and more than 1,200 postgraduate students, you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and a graduate school that provides students with support including a research skills training programme designed to help you acquire a range of transferable skills for your future career.

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Research programmes
There are three potential routes for you to choose a research degree. If you have any questions please contact us at: mvls-enquiries@glasgow.ac.uk.

Bespoke funded PhD studentships

Our research institutes secure funding for many fascinating PhD projects throughout the year. For the latest opportunities, see: www.glasgow. ac.uk/mvls/researchscholarshipopportunities. Some examples of recent projects are: invasions of the pharynx: microbiome of infected respiratory tissues do cancer stem cells eat themselves to survive drug treatment? (SULSA) the economics of forestry-based health interventions understanding diet choices in changing environments Industrial Partnership PhD (UCB Pharma) rheumatoid arthritis and periodontal disease protein kinases, differentiation and drug target validation in African trypanosomes (SULSA).

Taught programmes
We offer around 50 taught postgraduate programmes. These are listed by subject on the following pages.

Annually funded PhD studentships

You can apply for a range of studentships funded by a variety of research councils and organisations. The main opportunities are provided by: Biotechnology & Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) The BBSRC DTP allows you to examine fundamentally important biological processes. PhD projects will focus on areas including animal health, crop science, ageing, biofuels, molecular, cellular and systems biology. They incorporate a three-month professional internship. Medical Research Council (MRC) MRC-supported programmes provide funding towards studentships each year, aligned with MRC research priority areas. Multidisciplinary approaches to questions of medical importance are encouraged. British Heart Foundation (BHF) The BHF four-year programme provides training in a range of research topics including myocardial biology and electrophysiology: cerebrovascular disease; cell signalling; modelling and structural biology and clinical trials, epidemiology, and public health. Wellcome Trust The Wellcome Trust four-year PhD Programme: Molecular functions in disease is an interdisciplinary research programme addressing fundamental problems in biomedical science. You can take up research projects in a variety of disciplines and each year we recruit six outstanding students on the basis of research potential.

How do I apply?
The online application is the quickest and easiest way of applying to Glasgow. The system allows you to fill out the standard application form online and submit this to the University immediately: www.glasgow.ac.uk/postgraduate/ howtoapplyforataughtdegree. You can also attach supporting documents including references, certificates and a transcript of previous studies.

When do I apply?
International applications (non-EU): Friday, 19 July 2013 UK & EU applications: Friday, 23 August 2013

Student/supervisor-led application
If you have your own funding, for example from a ministry/employer or would want to seek funding through one of our supervisors, you can review some of our recent PhD projects on our website, which will give you an idea of some of the possibilities available to you. From there you can contact academic staff members to discuss a potential research project before applying. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/mvls/researchopportunities.

Entry requirements
Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject unless otherwise stated.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English language proficiency level (see page 3 for general details). Some programmes list specific requirements.

How and when do I apply?

Fill out the standard application form online: www.glasgow.ac.uk/research/opportunities. You can also attach supporting documents including research proposal, references, certificates and a transcript of previous studies. Many research programmes begin in October each year and applications should be submitted before 31 July if possible, for study in October.

Funding and scholarships

A range of scholarships and funding opportunities is available for home and international students: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ colleges/mvls/graduateschool.

Entry requirements
Normally a 2.1 Honours degree (GPA 3.0 or above), or Masters in a relevant discipline. In special circumstances, other academic qualifications, or professional qualifications or experience, may be recognised as equivalent.

Glasgows greats Glasgow has a history of producing high achievers, including Ian Donald who developed the use of ultrasound in obstetrics. Scan the QR code or see www.glasgow.ac.uk/ iandonald for more information.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English language proficiency level (see page 3 for general details).

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Institute of Biodiversity, Animal Health & Comparative Medicine

Biodiversity, Animal Health & Comparative Medicine

We are a multidisciplinary research institute that integrates expertise in animal biology and ecology with that in comparative and veterinary medicine. Unique in the UK, the range of our studies spans multiple biological levels: from research into molecules and cells, to research into individuals, human populations and ecosystems.
Contact
Eileen McGee, Head of Research Institute Administration Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4779 Email: eileen.mcgee@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
If you study with us, you will join a community of around 40 postgraduate taught and 60 postgraduate research students. We prioritise four research themes: evolutionary analysis responses to environmental change animal health and food security infectious disease biology. In order to answer key questions about environmental change, emerging diseases, and animal and ecosystem health, we integrate empirical research at all biological levels with rigorous quantitative analysis, appropriate theoretical frameworks and predictive modelling. With an established reputation for strengths in ornithology and fish biology, we also study a diverse array of other organisms, including terrestrial and aquatic plants, nematodes, viruses, crustaceans and other invertebrates, amphibians, reptiles and mammals. Research centres the Boyd Orr Centre for Population & Ecosystem Health Marine Science Biosedimentology Unit Glasgow Sustainable Development Network Glasgow Centre for International Development Scottish Universities Environmental Research Centre Scottish Centre for Production Animal Health & Food Safety. Research groups the Clyde River Foundation Froglife Glasgow Natural History Society.

research at Glasgow was ranked joint top in the UK in the most recent independent survey of research quality, for example. A unique strength of the University is the strong ties between veterinarians and ecologists. This offers unique opportunities for training that spans fundamental and applied research. You can also benefit from our institutes seminar and guest lecture series. Whenever appropriate, we may assist you to gain research project placements in zoos or research laboratories.

Resources and facilities

Our institute has excellent resources: modern molecular ecology labs, dedicated computational facilities, and animal holding capacity. Facilities Scottish Centre for Ecology & the Natural Environment Cochno Farm Egg Quality Lab the Langoustine Lab University Marine Biological Station Millport Hunterian Zoology Museum. The Graham Kerr Building has 8 temperaturecontrolled aquarium rooms (seawater and freshwater) and 12 rooms for holding other vertebrates, all Home Office-designated and maintained by dedicated animal husbandry staff. It also has a series of laboratories equipped for molecular, biochemical and physiological analyses, backed up by skilled technical staff. The Scottish Centre for Ecology & the Natural Environment on Loch Lomondside has Home Office-designated aquarium rooms including observation stream tanks, together with analytical labs maintained by permanent staff. It provides easy access to a diverse range of habitats including Loch Lomond itself, nearby rivers, lakes and streams, coniferous and broadleaf woodland, agricultural pastures, moorland and mountain.

Our Director
Our Director is Professor Dan Haydon. An expert in quantitative modelling of ecological and epidemiological processes, Professor Haydon is a member of the Wellcome Centre for Molecular Parasitology, the British Ecological Society and the British Lichen Society. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and has served on the editorial boards of Biology Letters (Royal Society, London) and the Journal of Applied Ecology. Currently he is editor of Epidemics journal. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ people/danielhaydon.

Learning environment
You will be taught by research-active staff using the latest approaches. In some cases you will be taught by academics who are producing work that is world-leading. Veterinary medicine

Career prospects
You will gain core skills and knowledge across a wide range of subjects that will enhance your selection chances for competitive opportunities in further study and academia. In addition to academic options, career opportunities include roles in zoos, government agencies, officers of animal welfare, protection, or wildlife crime, veterinary nursing and aquaculture.

Funding and scholarships

For the latest postgraduate taught degree scholarship and funding information, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/mvls/pgtscholarships. For a list of the latest funded PhD studentships available, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/bahcm/ postgraduate.

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If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full- and parttime study options available. The qualifications we offer are: PhD (Doctor of Philosophy): three to four years full-time or six years part-time study MSc (Master of Science) by Research: one year full-time or two years part-time study. Our research interests Our expertise spans a wide range of topics, with most investigations spanning more than one of these broad areas: physiological ecology life history strategies and development nutrition behavioural ecology marine and freshwater biology community ecology and population dynamics applied ecology epidemiology and wildlife diseases host-pathogen co-evolution bioinformatics conservation biology molecular ecology and evolutionary genetics theoretical ecology evolutionary biology. Some of our recent PhD projects include: the consequences of change in coastal environments to the sustainability of commercial fisheries the effects of Marine Protected Areas on animal populations, biodiversity and fisheries seabirds as monitors of the intertidal habitat life history strategies in the sea-trout Salmo trutta the effect of small-scale in-stream hydroschemes on the riverine fishes the ecology underpinning conservation management of rare freshwater fishes. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/bahcm/ staff.

Getting rabies under control

Pioneering research carried out by Glasgow Professor Sarah Cleaveland led to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the University of Glasgow securing a grant of close to $10m from the Gates Foundation to eliminate rabies in low-income countries. According to the WHO, recent increases in human rabies deaths in South America and parts of Africa and Asia are evidence that the disease is re-emerging as a serious public health issue. The most cost-effective strategy for preventing rabies in people is to eliminate rabies in dogs through animal vaccinations. This is the first Gates Foundation grant to be awarded for rabies control and elimination, and it marks a paradigm shift by focusing on animal interventions to protect human health. A team of Glasgow scientists is helping to support the activities of this programme, which focus on large-scale domestic dog vaccination campaigns in Tanzania, Kwa Zulu Natal in South Africa and the Visayas archipelago of the Philippines. An important aspect of the work of the group is the translation of research into national and international rabies policy, through collaboration and links with international health agencies. The global elimination of canine rabies is now widely recognised as a feasible objective. Professor Cleavelands team have also received a grant of 635,000 from the Medical Research Council to provide additional support for epidemiological analysis of the data generated from the vaccination project. This research will be led by Glasgow Professor Dan Haydon. Using state-of-the-art mathematical modelling approaches, real-time feedback will be provided to the field teams to allow for iterative improvements in the design of canine vaccination strategies. Professor Haydons research will also incorporate advances in genetic sequencing technology and analyses to generate highresolution information about the different variants of the rabies virus circulating in the project area. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/sarahcleaveland

Contact us
Eileen McGee, Head of Research Institute Administration Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4779 Email: eileen.mcgee@glasgow.ac.uk

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Institute of Biodiversity, Animal Health & Comparative Medicine Biodiversity, Animal Health & Comparative Medicine: taught programmes Animal Welfare Science, Ethics & Law
Animal welfare science and ethics is an expanding topic of international concern. It aims to improve our knowledge and understanding of animals needs, which is required to provide a high standard of care to the whole range of animals kept in captivity. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time phylodynamics; Infectious disease ecology and the dynamics of emerging disease; Single-species population models; Multi-species models; Spatial processes; Introduction to Bayesian statistics. Entry requirements: At least a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account. In your application, please submit a statement (up to 200 words) outlining why you want to study this programme in particular and what you hope to get out of it.

A holistic approach
Emerging infectious diseases are one of the major challenges facing countries worldwide today. Research at Glasgow emphasises both basic epidemiological research and the development of a fundamental understanding of the population-level factors that render poultry and livestock industries vulnerable to disease invasion. The work of Rowland Kao, Professor of Mathematical Population Biology, helps to advise government policy on the prevention and control of infectious diseases that are of vital interest to UK farming. Research in my group integrates the development of parsimonious mathematical models with large-scale datasets that include disease notification data, livestock movements, spatial/geographic data and molecular type data, he explains. Our aim is to better understand why infectious diseases such as foot-and-mouth disease, bovine tuberculosis, scrapie, BSE and avian influenza spread in poultry, and how best to control them. Always striving to understand the interdependence of animal and human populations, ecosystems and the environment, Professor Kao and his colleagues across the institute explore the consequences of this interdependence for disease pathogenesis and transmission, food security and the conservation of species and habitat. Given the threats posed by rapid environmental change and the increasing size of our planets human population, there has never been a more pressing need for the institutes multidisciplinary and holistic research approach. We are interested not just in using established analytical techniques, but also in developing new approaches, says Professor Kao. This is critical in these exciting times when our data on populations and pathogens are becoming increasingly complex, and the demands on quantitative epidemiology are ever-increasing. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/rowlandkao

The programme provides a strong grounding in scientific writing and communication, statistical analysis, and experimental design. It is designed for flexibility, enabling you to customise a portfolio of courses suited to your interests. You can choose from a range of specialised options that encompass key skills in: Ethics, legislative policy and welfare science critical for promoting humane treatment of both captive and wild animals; Monitoring and assessing biodiversity critical for understanding the impacts of environmental change; Quantitative analyses of ecological and epidemiological data critical for animal health and conservation. Core courses: Key research skills: Scientific communication; Introduction to R; Advanced linear models; Experimental design and power analysis; Animal ethics; Animal welfare science; Legislation related to animal welfare; Independent research project. Optional courses: Enrichment of animals in captive environments; Care of captive animals; Biology of suffering; Assessment of physiological state; Freshwater sampling techniques; Marine sampling techniques; Invertebrate identification; Vertebrate identification; Molecular analyses for DNA barcoding and biodiversity measurement; Phyloinformatics; Conservation genetics and

Ecology & Environmental Biology

This Masters programme is mainly intended to provide a training for students who hope to enter a PhD programme in the areas of ecology and environmental biology, and who wish training in transferable skills and in ecological and environmental disciplines. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months fulltime The programme consists of a taught component, and two research projects in individual laboratories and in the field. The taught component includes topics such as research skills, statistics, IT skills, and fieldwork safety. In addition, you will be expected to take part in two advanced study options. The main part of the degree, however, is devoted to experience of research techniques. You will carry out two 20-week research projects with individual placements chosen to reflect your interests and the skills you wish to acquire. After each project, you will write a scientific report. Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account.

The Scottish Centre for Ecology & the Natural Environment provides state-of-the-art laboratories, experimental streams and aquariums for research, helping towards an understanding of pollution, environmental change and loss of biodiversity. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/scene.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/bahcm Evolutionary Biology & Systematics

This Masters programme is mainly intended to provide training for students who hope to enter a PhD programme in the areas of evolutionary biology and systematics, and who wish to gain experience in transferable skills and in ecological and taxonomic disciplines. It should also serve as an excellent introduction to research in the UK for overseas students intending to proceed to a PhD in this country. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months fulltime The programme consists of a taught component and research projects in individual laboratories and in the field. The taught component includes topics such as research skills, statistics and IT skills, especially data manipulation and phylogenetic reconstruction. The main part of the programme is devoted to actual experience of research techniques. You will carry out two 20-week research projects with individual placements chosen to reflect your interests and the skills you wish to acquire. After each project, you will write a scientific report. Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account.

Quantitative Methods in Biodiversity, Conservation & Epidemiology

This Masters combines ecology, evolution, epidemiology and animal ethics into one integrated programme. It is offered by a grouping of top researchers who focus on combining ecology and evolution with more applied problems in animal health and welfare. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time The programme provides a strong grounding in scientific writing and communication, statistical analysis, and experimental design. It is designed for flexibility, to enable you to customise a portfolio of courses suited to your particular interests. You can choose from a range of specialised options that encompass key skills in: Monitoring and assessing biodiversity critical for understanding the impacts of environmental change; Quantitative analyses of ecological and epidemiological data critical for animal health and conservation; Ethics and legislative policy critical for promoting humane treatment of both captive and wild animals. Core courses: Key research skills (scientific writing, introduction to R, advanced linear models, experimental design and power analysis); Measuring biodiversity and abundance; Programming in R; Independent research project. Optional courses: Freshwater sampling techniques; Marine sampling techniques; Invertebrate identification; Vertebrate identification; Molecular analyses for DNA barcoding and biodiversity measurement; Phyloinformatics; Conservation genetics and phylodynamics; Infectious disease ecology and the dynamics of emerging disease; Single-species population models; Multi-species models; Spatial processes; Introduction to Bayesian statistics; Animal welfare science; Legislation related to animal welfare; Enrichment of animals in captive environments; Care of captive animals; Biology of suffering; Assessment of physiological state. Entry requirements: At least a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account. In your application, please submit a statement (up to 200 words) outlining why you want to study this programme in particular and what you hope to get out of it. Zara Gladman is studying for a PhD under the supervision of Professor Colin Adams in the Institute of Biodiversity, Animal Health & Comparative Medicine. When I started my undergraduate degree in Zoology at Glasgow, I never thought Id still be here eight years later. Im in my final year of a PhD, which focuses on the impact of non-native signal crayfish on Scottish biodiversity. Signal crayfish are large, freshwater crustaceans that are native to North America but arrived in the UK in the 1970s. Much of my work involves working outside, wading through rivers and lochs in my quest to learn more about these aggressive invaders. Over the course of my PhD Ive presented my findings at national and international conferences and I published my first paper last year. Ive also enjoyed communicating my science to young audiences via school visits, science festivals, and the Universitys Zoological Society. As a demonstrator, I provide laboratory supervision to first-year biology undergraduates, which I find both challenging and highly rewarding. Im a Glaswegian, so my opinion may be somewhat biased but this really is a fantastic city to study in. The music scene is thriving, the pubs and clubs are plentiful and the city is brimming with (free) museums, festivals and cultural events. Above all, the people are the best youll ever meet. When the time comes for me to leave Glasgow and the University which has fostered my love for science for so long, Ill be very sad indeed.

Marine & Freshwater Ecology & Environmental Management

This Masters programme provides training in research skills and principles within the general area of marine, coastal and freshwater ecology and environmental management. It is also an excellent introduction to research in the UK for overseas students intending to proceed to a PhD in this country. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months fulltime The programme consists of a taught component, and two research projects in individual laboratories and in the field. The taught component includes topics such as research skills, statistics, IT skills, and fieldwork safety. You will also be expected to take part in two advanced study options. The main part of the degree, however, is devoted to experience of research techniques. You will carry out two 20-week research projects with individual placements chosen to reflect your interests and the skills you wish to acquire. After each project, you will write a scientific report. Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account.

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Institute of Cancer Sciences

Cancer Sciences
The Institute of Cancer Sciences carries out a programme of world-class science directed at understanding the molecular changes that cause cancer. We are working to translate scientific discoveries into new drugs or diagnostic and prognostic tools that benefit patients, taking new therapies through preclinical and clinical trials.
Contact
Dr Sylvia Morrison, Head of Research Institute Administration Tel: +44 (0)141 330 2690 Email: sylvia.morrison@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
If you study with us, you will join a community of 96 postgraduate research students. The Institute of Cancer Sciences is part of a national centre of excellence in the fight against cancer. We are a major component of the Cancer Research UK West of Scotland Cancer Centre and a partner with the Beatson Institute for Cancer Research (BICR). Together, this forms the core of cancer research in Glasgow. In the most recent independent review of research quality, Research Assessment Exercise 2008, our subject area was rated in the UKs top five. There are 38 research groups housed in magnificent new research buildings. Research groups in the institute are organised into units: clinical research epigenetics experimental therapeutics Paul OGorman Leukaemia Research Centre Beatson Institute for Cancer Research.

research and cancer-related teaching is organised by the forum and it encourages cooperation and collaboration through special interest groups which focus on shared areas of research and therapy.

Resources and facilities

The University, with support from its partners and fundraisers, has invested heavily in building new state-of-the-art research facilities. The Beatson Institute for Cancer Research, located at the Universitys Garscube Estate, is one of Cancer Research UKs core-funded institutes. This 15m award-winning building houses 240 cancer research scientists and clinicians in world-class research facilities. It has four floors of accommodation including research laboratories and support rooms, a microscopy suite, lecture theatre, caf, administrative offices and a boardroom. The Paul OGorman Leukaemia Research Centre is located at the site of Gartnavel General Hospital. The key benefits of this centre derive from the proximity of clinical and laboratory disciplines with all components incorporated into a single site. Integration of the NHS and Blood Transfusion Centre offers improved access to blood and bone marrow samples from normal donors and from patients with the full range of blood cancers. The centre incorporates the latest research technologies and attracts international leaders in leukaemia research. The Translational Cancer Research Centre, located adjacent to the Beatson Institute for Cancer Research, is due to open in 2012. This world-class facility will house 180 scientists who will work to transform scientific advances in the lab into real benefits for patients. Research in the centre will focus on pancreas, prostate, ovary, melanoma and gastro-intestinal cancers. The facility will incorporate genomics, biomarkers, target validation, drug development, pathology and preclinical trials.

Learning environment
We regard the training and career development of students as essential in our mission to support cancer research of the highest standard. Our aim is to continue to attract enthusiastic scientists and clinicians just starting out on their careers to work with our established staff, to draw on their experience but also to spark new ideas in a stimulating research environment. The Beatson Institute for Cancer Research hosts a range of seminars and meetings, bringing international cancer researchers to Glasgow. The West of Scotland Cancer Forum coordinates the universities and associated institutes and hospitals in the Glasgow area, and provides a framework for their cooperation in cancerrelated research and teaching. A programme of seminars and meetings to foster multidisciplinary

Our Director
Our Director is Professor of Translational Cancer Research, Jeff Evans. Professor Evans is Group Leader (Translational Cancer Therapeutics Laboratory) at the Beatson Institute for Cancer Research, leader of the Cancer Research UK Glasgow Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre and honorary Consultant in Medical Oncology at the Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre. An expert in the development of novel anti-cancer agents, particularly in pancreatic cancer, his other research interests include the development of novel therapies for gastrooesophageal and hepato-biliary-pancreatic cancers and melanoma. See: www.glasgow. ac.uk/people/jeffevans.

Funding and scholarships

Details of the latest funded PhD scholarship opportunities can be found at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/mvls/researchscholarship opportunities. The Beatson Institute for Cancer Research offers a number of studentships funded by Cancer Research UK for four years. These usually start in October and provide a non-taxable stipend for your living expenses and university fees. Studentships are open to UK, EU and non-EU graduates. For more information see: www.beatson.gla.ac.uk/Education/PhDStudents.html.

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If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, you may study to gain a PhD (Doctor of Philosophy). This can be completed in either three to four years full-time or six years part-time study. We take an integrated approach that ranges from chemistry and basic biological science to veterinary pathology and cancer medicine. By breaking down barriers to interdisciplinary interactions, we provide an outstanding synergistic research environment. Within the institute we have a vibrant international training programme for PhD students and clinical research fellows. Successful applicants can look forward to involvement in cutting-edge research and exposure to interdisciplinary programmes aimed at training future scientific leaders. Areas of expertise include: structure-led drug discovery studies of cell growth, motility and survival that are underpinned by a leading-edge fluorescence imaging facility state-of-the-art proteomics/metabolomics and (epi)genetics/transciptiomics a strong human/mouse pathology programme the analysis of complex genetic animal models including the development of sophisticated preclinical trials. Other areas of excellence include pancreatic cancer, colorectal cancer and chronic myeloid leukaemia. Underpinning this are our unique and outstanding strengths in drug discovery and development, our world-leading expertise in exploring the biology underlying cancer cell migration, senescence, metastasis and metabolism, and our exceptional opportunities in preclinical and clinical trials. We will consider applications from self-funded students at any time. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ cancersciences/staff. See also: www.beatson.gla.ac.uk.

From laboratory bench to patient bed

Glasgow Professor of Experimental Haematology Tessa Holyoake has long held a vision of bringing together world leaders in experimental haematology within a state-ofthe-art research facility. In 2007 this vision became reality with the creation of the Paul OGorman Leukaemia Research Centre. Based at Gartnavel General Hospital, the centre has been described as a flagship model of integrated basic, translational and clinical research (Research Assessment Exercise panel, 2008). As the centres director, Professor Holyoake regards the proximity of clinical and laboratory disciplines in one single site as a key benefit. The future success of leukaemia research depends entirely on our ability to integrate access to biobanks established from normal donors and patients with blood cancers within the research centre, she says. Scientists can then interrogate the gene expression, protein expression and metabolism of cancerous cells compared with normal cells and finally apply these new discoveries in designing clinical trials that give all patients access to more effective therapies. Professor Holyoakes world-leading research is on the cancer stem cell, working from the model of chronic myeloid leukaemia. She explains: Cancer stem cells are now thought to exist in many different diseases and the work in haemopoiesis the formation of blood cells has led this field for many years. Chronic myeloid leukaemia is an excellent model with which to investigate the cancer stem cell. The disease arises by genetic mutation within a single stem cell and exists in both bone marrow and blood, making the stem cells of interest easily accessible. Professor Holyoakes group has refined methods to both identify and isolate the most primitive stem cell population in this disease and is uniquely placed to develop and optimise biochemical and molecular methods to investigate these cell samples. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/tessaholyoake

Contact us
Professor Nicol Keith, Postgraduate Research Convener Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4811 Email: nicol.keith@glasgow.ac.uk Dr Jackie Beesley, Scientific Administrator, the Beatson Institute for Cancer Research Tel: +44 (0)141 330 8722 Email: j.beesley@beatson.gla.ac.uk

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Cardiovascular & Medical Sciences

Our institute is built on internationally recognised research with outstanding training opportunities and facilities. We bring together academic clinicians and scientists responsible for research, teaching and clinical service, with a focus on cardiovascular disease: a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the UK and worldwide. Advancement of knowledge in the field is paramount and therefore a priority of the University of Glasgow.
Contact
Fran McCulloch, Education Administrator Tel: +44 (0)141 211 2885 Email: fran.mcculloch@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
If you study with us, you will join a community of 60 postgraduate taught and 65 postgraduate research students. The University has a world-renowned reputation for expertise in cardiovascular research and education. In the most recent independent review of research quality (RAE 2008), cardiovascular medicine at Glasgow was rated in the UKs top ten. We have five research themes: vascular pathophysiology and therapy heart research diabetes, renal, endocrine and metabolic medicine genetics, genomics and systems medicine clinical trials and implementation. Working in basic, translational and clinical research, our strength is in elucidating mechanisms of cardiovascular disease, identifying biomarkers of disease and developing and designing novel therapeutic strategies that will lead to clinical trials. Our multidisciplinary approach to research through cross-thematic interactions currently focuses on: vascular and cardiac biology and signalling stroke pathophysiology and medicine systems biology and medicine stem cell biology and therapy clinical trials. We are fostering and maximising interactions with other research institutes and colleges within the University, as well as with NHS colleagues. Exciting links have already been established with the NHS, Golden Jubilee National Hospital and the Universitys Robertson Centre for Biostatistics. In addition, we have research groups interested in sports and exercise science. This includes research into performance athletes, exercise physiology and exercise in the management of cardiovascular and related diseases.

Career prospects
Training through our institute will provide you with career opportunities in academia, clinical translational cardiovascular research, public health bodies or commercial industrial research in the field of cardiovascular medicine. You may be able to build a career in healthcare, the pharmaceutical industry, rehabilitation, clinical exercise, health promotion, or sports science support. Many of our sport and exercise graduates are employed in senior sports science positions with national sporting bodies and professional sports clubs.

Resources and facilities

Our purpose-built British Heart Foundation Cardiovascular Research Centre has been designed with a translational research agenda in mind. It houses state-of-the-art laboratories, sophisticated imaging equipment for experimental and clinical use, confocal microscopy, and high throughput genotyping and biomarker facilities. There is also a fully staffed clinical research facility within the centre, jointly run with NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde. At the British Heart Foundation MRI Facility, we have a new 3.0 Tesla Siemens MRI scanner which provides cardiovascular research imaging, both experimental and clinical, at high field strengths.The West Medical and Davidson Buildings house cuttingedge electrophysiology laboratories and facilities for in vivo whole animal phenotyping. We are the best equipped exercise science group for laboratory facilities in Scotland. Sport and exercise students can benefit from access to the resources of the National Stadium Sports, Health & Injury Clinic at Hampden Park a custom-built, state-of-the-art sports medicine facility. Practical clinical sessions and demonstrations will be undertaken where appropriate in the centre, giving you unparalleled access to professional sports medicine facilities.

Our Director
Our Director, Professor Rhian Touyz, previous Canada Research Chair in Hypertension, has received numerous honours including Young Investigator Awards from the American and Canadian Societies of Hypertension, the Dahl Award from the American Heart Association (AHA) and Berne Award from the American Physiological Society. She is the Chair of the High Blood Pressure Research Council, AHA, Editor-in-Chief of Clinical Science and Deputy Editor of Hypertension. Her research relates to vascular mechanisms of hypertension. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/rhiantouyz.

Funding and scholarships

For the latest postgraduate taught degree scholarship and funding information, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/mvls/pgtscholarships. We are one of the few centres in the UK offering British Heart Foundation four-year PhD Studentships. This scheme starts with an intensive first year of training in research techniques and theory, and three research placements, prior to a three-year PhD research project. Each year, five fully funded scholarships are awarded to outstanding students with a strong scientific background. Stipend rates start at 19,339 per annum. For the latest information on these and other studentship opportunities, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/icams/ postgraduateresearchopportunities.

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We offer a range of full-time and part-time postgraduate degree programmes: PhD (Doctor of Philosophy): three to four years full-time or six years part-time MD (Doctor of Medicine): two years full-time study or four years part-time study (medically qualified graduates only) MSc (Master of Science) by Research: one year full-time or two years part-time MRes (Master of Research): one year full-time or two years part-time. Our projects include: Vascular science and medicine: We focus on elucidating mechanisms of vascular injury that underlie cardiovascular disease (CVD), including hypertension, pulmonary hypertension, atherosclerosis, restenosis, ischaemia-reperfusion injury and stroke. Using various approaches from genomics, proteomics and molecular/cell biological analysis of vascular cell signalling, to assessment of vascular physiology, function and phenotyping in experimental models and patients, our goal is to advance knowledge, identify and validate new targets for therapy and translate this knowledge into the clinic. We are committed to developing innovative therapeutics and in particular are using unique gene- and cell-based strategies. Our vascular therapy programme focuses on specific genes, microRNas and stem cells as part of regenerative medicine in the treatment of CVD. Diabetes, obesity and associated cardiovascular diseases: We are trying to define simple ways to identify those at risk of developing diabetes as well as women who are at risk of developing diabetes while pregnant. We also study obesity, pre-eclampsia, metabolic syndrome and hypertension. Using large clinical populations and novel biochemical techniques to measure compounds in patients blood (biomarkers), we hope to develop new simple tests to identify individuals at risk and to develop novel treatment and preventative strategies. Cardiac physiology: Our research spans basic cardiac biology and physiology with clinical cardiology. Several groups are interested in the electrical and mechanical properties of the heart after an MI. Advanced biophysical techniques are used to study cardiac physiology, including single and multicellular electrophysiology, intracellular Ca imaging, confocal microscopy, impedance catheter and MRI imaging. Genetics, genomics and systems medicine: We conduct studies into genetics and genomics of human cardiovascular disease. We also study gene expression at the early stages of diseases such as pre-eclampsia in order to unravel the molecular and genetic basis of human cardiovascular disorders. For more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/icams/staff.

Finding new ways to explore the heart

Little is known about the cause of sudden cardiac death, largely because its very nature makes it such a difficult condition to study. The onset of symptoms is unexpected and the patient dies within minutes. Currently theres no treatment, but Professor of Cardiovascular Cardiology Godfrey Smith is investigating the electrical origins of the condition in the hope that his research might translate into effective therapies. My interest is in how the heart manages to beat automatically and continually, and how it coordinates its beats through the electrical signal process, says Professor Smith. Im keen to understand how electrical cordination stays intact when working at a much higher rate for example, while exercising and how changes in heart failure may lead to a less stable situation where lethal arrhythmias are common. A second issue is that the heart contracts weakly when it has been damaged, never quite returning to normal. An additional aim for Professor Smith is to work out ways to increase the forced contraction of the heart back to normal without doing it any harm. Treatments to improve performance in the past have been unsuccessful, with adverse effects accompanying any restored forced contraction. Whats most problematic about studying the heart is that it consists of many millions of cells linked mechanically and electrically in order that they may contract. While its possible to study a single cell in isolation, its not terribly efficient. Instead, Professor Smith and his colleagues at Glasgow have been developing techniques to study the entire heart of an experimental animal. Professor Smith explains: We use optical techniques including high-power lasers and special high-speed cameras to see the electrical activity in different areas of the heart. Part of what attracts people to the lab is that we have to build our own equipment to do our research. Our reputation for making measurements others havent been able to make is a real motivator. Each year, there are five PhD studentships focusing on cardiovascular research. Four of these are courtesy of a four-year British Heart Foundation (BHF) scholarship scheme for EU students; the University funds a fifth studentship. Glasgow is one of the few centres to offer the BHF scheme, which involves a oneyear MRes followed by a research project of the students choosing. Glasgow has an international reputation in cardiovascular work and an environment of excellent translational and clinical contact, says Professor Smith. We make sure that students experience here is good, and then we mentor them through to their next position. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/godfreysmith

Contact us
Dorothy Ronney, tel: +44 (0)141 211 2513, email: dorothy.ronney@glasgow.ac.uk.

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Institute of Cardiovascular & Medical Sciences Cardiovascular & Medical Sciences: taught programmes Cardiovascular Sciences
This Masters in Cardiovascular Sciences allows you to gain the ability to integrate an understanding of the epidemiology of cardiovascular diseases, as well as the molecular and cellular pathways (ie, risk factor pathways) involved in the development of cardiovascular disease and how this can lead to a variety of acute and chronic clinical complications. Programme overview MSc (Med Sci): 12 months full-time In addition to the taught courses you will take part in student-led critical review sessions where you will provide a critical appraisal of a scientific research paper taken from current literature. You will also take part in an introductory session on how to review a scientific paper, designed to give you experience of reading, summarising and presenting the findings of a scientific publication in a critical manner. Core courses: Research methods; Pharmacogenomics and molecular medicine; Topics in therapeutics; Clinical aspects of cardiovascular disease; Established and novel techniques in cardiovascular research. In addition you will undertake a dissertation/ project. Entry requirements: The programme is open to medical and bioscience graduates and for graduates with a 2.1 Honours degree. Medical and pharmacy graduates must have a recognised degree and are usually expected to have had at least three years postgraduate clinical experience. Pharmacy and bioscience graduates will be expected to have an Honours degree, at least second-class (or equivalent). You are required to provide two references and full degree transcript plus a personal statement indicating why you wish to study this programme at the University of Glasgow. postgraduate professional experience. Medical and pharmacy graduates are normally required to have at least three years postgraduate clinical experience. You are required to provide two references and full degree transcript plus a personal statement indicating why you wish to study this programme at the University of Glasgow.

Clinical Pharmacology
This Masters programme in Clinical Pharmacology offers focused training which integrates basic and clinical sciences, and equips students with the essential skills required to function effectively as a clinical pharmacologist in the 21st century. As a student in the programme you will acquire core skills, enabling an appreciation of how to apply clinical pharmacological, regulatory and ethical principles to the optimisation of therapeutic practice and clinical research. Crucially, in addition to a firm grasp of the principles of molecular pharmacology, you will also gain foundational knowledge in the emerging science of pharmacogenomics and personalised medicine. Programme overview MSc (Med Sci): 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses: Principles of pharmacology; Medical statistics; Drug disposition; Pharmacogenomics and molecular medicine; Topics in therapeutics; Pharmaceutical medicine. In addition you will undertake a dissertation or project. Entry requirements: The programme is open to medical, pharmacy and bioscience graduates. You should have an Honours degree or equivalent in your subject. In exceptional circumstances, other science graduates or bioscience graduates with an Ordinary degree may be eligible, on demonstration of appropriate

Sport & Exercise Medicine

This Masters in Sport & Exercise Medicine offers a unique opportunity to study the role of exercise in health promotion, disease prevention and the treatment of medical conditions. Programme overview MSc (MedSci): 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will attend lectures and tutorials and take part in project work and practical demonstrations. You will also be invited to the weekly school meetings featuring current research topics. If you are studying by distance learning, you will take part in online live tutorials. Core courses: Sports injuries: principles and organisation; Drugs in sport; Exercise in medical conditions; Site- and sports-specific injuries; Exercise in cardiac disease; MSc supervised research project; Research methods and statistics. Entry requirements: The programme is available for medical graduates and for graduates with a good Honours degree (2.1 or equivalent) in a relevant clinical subject including physiotherapy and other professions allied to medicine. Alternative qualifications in science-based programmes or relevant experience may be acceptable.

Sport & Exercise Science

This taught Masters programme in Sport & Exercise Science is unique in Scotland as it is designed to provide an advanced, researchled programme of study in sport and exercise sciences. Our range of option courses allow you to specialise in topics related to either physical activity and health or sport and performance. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab classes, journal clubs, presentations, and self-directed learning. Assessment is by coursework. Core courses: Research methods; Current issues in sport and exercise science; Research project. Optional courses: You will also choose one X option, one Y option and one Z option to complete your degree programme.

The British Heart Foundation Glasgow Cardiovascular Research Centre opened in 2006. Offering stateof-the-art facilities, it brings together the Universitys internationally recognised cardiovascular research groups in a multidisciplinary research environment. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/bhfgcrc.

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Option courses X: Physical activity and health: public health, policy and behaviour changes; Sports injuries: scientific basis of prevention and rehabilitation. Option courses Y: Physical activity and health: biological mechanisms; Motor learning and skill acquisition. Option courses Z: Cellular and molecular exercise physiology; The world class athlete: nature, nurture and maximising performance. Entry requirements: At least a 2.2 degree in the sport and exercise sciences or in another relevant biological science. Alternative qualifications in medical or health-related areas will also be considered.

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Translational Medicine
This Masters in Translational Medicine is the first year of a British Heart Foundation fouryear PhD studentship: it is not offered as an individual programme of study. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time of a 48-month full-time PhD The programme is part of a four-year PhD with the first year being an MRes. The MRes is made up of three individual 12-week research placements after an intense two-week induction. Each project will be based on different themes with three different supervisors. Years 2 to 4 make up the PhD portion of the programme. Induction: You will be required to attend an in-depth introductory programme, which will provide training in research ethics, statistics, project design, literature review and laboratory safety techniques. Placements: The induction is followed by three individual research placements. These are at the core of this programme, providing three separate projects to allow you to define your areas of interest for your PhD studies. Each placement is a 12-week project and this will be with three different principal supervisors. You will be encouraged to choose placements beyond your undergraduate subject experience to maximise your exposure to new techniques and science. Supervisors are drawn from a wide range of academic disciplines, such as medicine, biomedical and life sciences, mathematics, electronics and electrical engineering, and veterinary medicine. Entry requirements: You should have at least a second-class Honours degree (2.1 Honours if applying for a studentship) in biological science, immunology, neuroscience, physiology, pharmacology or cognate courses with significant biomedical content. Students from other disciplines, such as mathematics, computing and public health, are also encouraged to apply.

Getting to the heart of vein graft success

The University is currently at the centre of a groundbreaking 3.9m project to develop gene therapy to prevent heart bypass graft failure. With funding from the Medical Research Foundation and British Heart Foundation, the team at the Institute of Cardiovascular & Medical Sciences is working towards a firstin-human trial at the Golden Jubilee National Hospital. Glasgow Professors Andrew Baker (principal investigator) and Colin Berry (trial chief investigator) lead the team. When Professor Baker first started working in this area, at Cardiff University in 1995, many hundreds of thousands of coronary artery bypass grafts were performed using saphenous veins. The failure rate of this approach was very high, with 4050% of grafts failing within ten years and no simple drug approaches available to improve patients prospects. The beauty of the vein graft is that you have access to the tissue after it has been harvested from the leg and before its grafted into the coronary circulation, explains Professor Baker. Weve designed a gene therapy approach based on adenoviruses, which are sufficiently capable of manipulating the graft during that brief clinical window. Once the graft is put into the circulation, the virus starts to express a therapeutic gene called TIMP-3. This prevents the sort of adverse remodelling that weve seen can cause blockages. The virus has been used in many different clinical trials before, particularly in cancer but also in cardiovascular disease. It has a very good safety record, and in the current therapy it will be used in a moderate dose. Work is under way to create a clinical grade virus, and Professor Berry has initiated the applications for the clinical study, hoping to begin in the latter part of 2013. Glasgow is the ideal location for such a trial. The Golden Jubilee National Hospital is one of the largest integrated cardiothoracic centres in Europe, says Professor Berry. It has a very large programme of coronary artery bypass surgery. The first-in-human trial is phase one of two; if it plays out well, well move into phase two, which involves assessments for efficacy as well as safety. The team is now almost one year into the fiveyear programme, with each milestone passed taking them one step nearer to a safe and effective new treatment. There are opportunities for non-clinical and clinical PhDs to be involved in both this and other exciting programmes of research going on at the institute. The environment created by the University, British Heart Foundation and NHS is perfect for translational research, says Professor Baker. You get strength in individual areas such as cancer, cardiovascular, immunology and also interdisciplinary approaches to science. Students have lots of interactions with industry, including placements. Its a fantastic place to work. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/andrewbaker www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/colinberry

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Institute of Health & Wellbeing

Health & Wellbeing

The Institute of Health & Wellbeing works to improve population health and wellbeing and to reduce inequalities in these. We do this by monitoring trends, improving our understanding of social and environmental determinants of health and wellbeing, and developing, implementing and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions, policies and practices.
Contact
Asha Costigan, Head of Research Institute Administration Tel: +44 (0)141 211 0692 Email: ihwadmin@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
If you study with us, you will join a community of more than 120 postgraduate taught students and 170 postgraduate research students. Health & Wellbeing is a cross-college institute, which means that it combines innovative research activity found in the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences with leading expertise found in the College of Social Sciences. Our researchers cover a wide range of disciplines including: statistics; epidemiology; psychiatry; clinical psychology; general practice; public health; sociology; anthropology; geography; history; economics; and other clinical, social and population health sciences. Bringing together this range of knowledge enables us to conduct world-leading research and teaching focused on key themes of: environment and health perceptions and experiences of health and wellbeing inequalities in health and wellbeing the use of new technologies to enhance health and wellbeing. We conduct trials of health service and community-based interventions, and use natural experiments to assess the impact of social, environmental and policy changes. We can also capitalise on longitudinal studies and the use of routine NHS or other administrative data. The city of Glasgow offers a unique and rich environment for the study of health, and as well as excellent links within the west of Scotland, we have many global connections, particularly with researchers in Africa, the USA, Canada, Europe, Australia and South America.

Research groups that contribute to the institute include: General Practice & Primary Care Health Economics & Health Technology Assessment Mental Health & Wellbeing Public Health Robertson Centre for Biostatistics MRC/CSO Social and Public Health Sciences Unit Glasgow Centre for Population Health MRC/CSO Institute of Hearing Research, Glasgow.

Learning environment
Postgraduate students in our institute join an interdisciplinary grouping of more than 200 staff and benefit from frequent and regular seminar programmes and thematic workshops. Many of our programmes offer you the opportunity to gain advanced knowledge from the countrys leading experts and practitioners. All of our lectures are given by subject specialists, including clinical academics at the University, as well as many other specialists from around the UK and occasionally internationally. We have collaborative partnerships in place with a range of organisations and where appropriate, you may have opportunities to complete placements and projects with them.

Our Director
Our Director is Professor Dame Sally Macintyre. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and the Academy of Medical Sciences, Professor Macintyre is also the Honorary Director of the Medical Research Council/Chief Scientist Office Social & Public Health Sciences Unit. She was appointed DBE for services to Science in 2011. Professor Macintyre has published widely on the patterning of health by gender, socioeconomic status and place of residence. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/sallymacintyre.

Career prospects
Our graduates find positions as academics, healthcare professionals, healthcare policy advisers, within pharmaceutical and medical device companies and in public healthcare systems, the voluntary and third sectors. Career opportunities include clinical academia, lecturers, university teachers, health development managers, public health advisers, health programme specialists, epidemiologists and other research positions.

Funding and scholarships

For the latest postgraduate taught degree scholarship and funding information, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/mvls/pgtscholarships. Psychiatrists may be interested in the PsySTAR Programme (Psychiatry: Scottish Training in Academic Research). Funded by the Medical Research Council, it offers four-year fellowships for PhD students under the supervision of Scotlands most successful basic and clinical scientists. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ psystarglasgow. The Institute of Hearing Research offers between three and five MRC-funded studentships every year. See: www.ihr.mrc.ac.uk/pages/ postgraduates/how_to_apply#funding.

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If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. The qualifications we offer are: PhD (Doctor of Philosophy): three to four years full-time or six years part-time study MD (Doctor of Medicine): two years of fulltime study or four years of part-time study (for medically qualified graduates only) MSc (Master of Science) by Research: one year full-time or two years part-time study. Topics in which we would welcome postgraduate research include: environmental influences on health and wellbeing inequalities in health and wellbeing (by socioeconomic status, ethnicity, gender, age and other social dimensions) the development and evaluation of new technologies to improve health and wellbeing perceptions, experiences and representations of health and wellbeing trials and other evaluations of policies, interventions and treatments (both within and outside the healthcare sector) to improve health and wellbeing and reduce inequalities in these managing health and illness (including self-care, and management in primary and secondary care settings) the linkage and analysis of health service and other public data sources to examine trends in and social determinants of health and wellbeing lifecourse approaches to understanding the determinants of health and wellbeing. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ healthwellbeing/staff.

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Detecting bipolar disorder earlier

It was as a trainee psychiatrist that Dr Daniel Smith was first drawn to bipolar disorder, in part because of its complexity but also because of its unique position as a mental illness associated with certain positive aspects. Through his current research, Dr Smith hopes to find ways to improve the early recognition and early treatment of bipolar disorder, which will in turn improve long-term outcomes. We know that if you give people the right treatment sooner rather than later they can, over time, develop strategies that ultimately prevent relapse, keep them out of hospital and help them to live more meaningful lives, Dr Smith explains. Research suggests that bipolar disorder probably isnt as rare as most people imagine, and theres a big problem in not detecting it early enough. Most people with bipolar disorder will say it takes ten years or more to finally get the right diagnosis. In terms of treatment, weve been very interested in developing psychoeducational approaches to help people with bipolar disorder self-manage their condition more effectively. A lot of this is about teaching people ways to monitor their mood for signs of relapse and to take steps to get help sooner rather than later. Taking medications earlier when they feel they are becoming unwell could be one route, but we also want to encourage longer-term lifestyle modifications. Individuals can help to prevent a relapse by making sure they are sleeping properly, exercising, eating well and managing stress. Dr Smith is keen to further explore the feasibility of using the internet to disseminate high-quality educational material around self-management. The potential public health benefits of delivering interventions to large numbers of patients at a relatively low cost are significant. Glasgow Professor of Primary Care Research Frances Mair shares similar interests, and Dr Smith hopes to collaborate with her as he investigates e-health interventions for bipolar disorder over the next few years. He also plans to draw on the cross disciplinary strengths of the University to conduct more epidemiological research an area that may give rise to PhD opportunities in the coming years. With colleague Professor Jill Pell from Public Health, Dr Smith will examine data from the UK BioBank database to investigate associations between mental health problems such as bipolar disorder and depression and physical problems like cardiovascular disease, obesity and diabetes. We know that people with serious mental illnesses die many years before people who dont have serious mental illnesses, but we dont really understand why, says Dr Smith. This is an opportunity to think about how things like medical morbidity, social deprivation and mental health problems interact to cause poor long-term outcomes for some people and to address the issue by tackling inequalities. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/danielsmith

Contact us
If you are interested in PhD opportunities within public health, contact Margaret Ashton: Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4037 Email: margaret.ashton@glasgow.ac.uk. If you are interested in PhD opportunities within general practice and primary care, contact Professor Kate ODonnell: Tel: +44 (0)141 330 8300 Email: kate.odonnell@glasgow.ac.uk. If you are interested in PhD opportunities within mental health and wellbeing, contact Lynsay Coulter: Tel: +44 (0)141 211 3920 Email: lynsay.coulter@glasgow.ac.uk.

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Institute of Health & Wellbeing Health & Wellbeing: taught programmes Applied Neuropsychology
This Masters programme in Applied Neuropsychology is designed for those who have qualified in clinical psychology overseas. Programme overview MSc (Med Sci): 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time The majority of students on this programme come to Glasgow for a full year of study. This will provide you with the opportunity to carry out a research project which will usually be based in one of our research groups. All our lectures are given by subject specialists, including clinical academics at the University as well as many other specialists from around the UK and occasionally internationally. You will take a total of eight courses, arranged into blocks of teaching. Each teaching block lasts two weeks and covers two courses. Courses: Context and perspectives in clinical neuropsychology; Professional issues and research methods; Neuroscience; Epilepsy, seizure and sleep disorders; Acquired brain injury and disorders of memory, attention and executive functioning; Degenerative conditions; Stroke and disorders of perception, language, praxis and calculation; Paediatric neurology and neuropsychology. MSc students will also complete a research project. Entry requirements: This programme is open to applicants who have trained in clinical psychology outside of the UK, do not have a BPS Statement of Equivalence in Clinical Psychology and are not registered with the UK Health Professions Council. UK-qualified clinical psychologists should apply for the MSc/PgDip in Clinical Neuropsychology. You are required to provide two references and a full degree transcript with your application. well as many other specialists from around the UK and occasionally internationally. You will take a total of eight courses, arranged into blocks of teaching. Each teaching block lasts two weeks and covers two courses. Courses: Context and perspectives in clinical neuropsychology; Professional issues and research methods; Neuroscience; Epilepsy, seizure and sleep disorders; Acquired brain injury and disorders of memory, attention and executive functioning; Degenerative conditions; Stroke and disorders of perception, language, praxis and calculation; Paediatric neurology and neuropsychology. MSc students will also complete a research project. Entry requirements: This programme is open to applicants with a qualification in Clinical Psychology which confers eligibility for registration with the UK Health Professions Council as a Clinical Psychologist. It is also open to applicants who have trained outside the UK and hold a British Psychological Society (BPS) Statement of Equivalence in Clinical Psychology. Places are limited and you are advised to apply as early as possible. Applicants who have trained in clinical psychology outside the UK who do not hold a BPS Statement of Equivalence in Clinical Psychology would normally apply for the MSc Applied Neuropsychology programme. You are required to provide two references, a Doctorate Certificate and an HPC Registration Number. Year 3: Advanced practice 1; Advanced practice 2; Psychology and the law; Research practice 2: major research project; Advanced professional practice 2. Entry requirements: You must have the British Psychological Society Graduate Basis for Chartering (GBC) and provide proof of this. This usually takes the form of a single or joint 2.1 or above Honours degree in Psychology; however, candidates who have gained GBC by other means will be considered. Additional practical clinical or research experience of working with children or adults with mental health problems or learning disabilities is an advantage. We do not consider applications from final-year undergraduates.

Health Technology Assessment

This Masters degree reflects the multidisciplinary nature of health technology assessment and follows a flexible, innovative and applied curriculum. You will acquire careeradvancing skills in epidemiology, statistics, health economics and health technology assessment. A background in health or medicine is not required and we welcome applications from other academic disciplines. The programme is unique within Scotland and is one of only a few like this worldwide. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time, 18 months part-time Core courses: Health technology assessment (HTA): policy and principles; Introduction to statistical methods; Introduction to epidemiology. Optional courses (three to be taken): Decision analytic modelling for HTA; Economic evaluation; Further epidemiology and statistics; Health economics; Qualitative research methods for HTA. Entry requirements: You should normally have a 2.1 Honours degree in a relevant quantitative subject. In exceptional circumstances, consideration will be given to those with a relevant professional qualification who have experience in the field of health technology assessment.

Clinical Psychology
This Doctorate in Clinical Psychology is collaboratively funded through NHS Education for Scotland and the University of Glasgow. You will be employed by a local NHS (Scotland) Health Board for the duration of the programme. Programme overview DClinPsy: 36 months full-time The programme follows a modularised structure, which integrates academic teaching, clinical practice education and research training. This process underpins the commitment of the programme team to maximising the synergy between the clinical, academic and research components of training and reflects explicitly our commitment to an integrative educational process. The programme consists of 16 compulsory courses. Year 1: Foundations of clinical psychology; Foundations of clinical practice 1; Foundations of clinical practice 2; Foundation knowledge, understanding and skills; Service-based evaluation project 1. Year 2: Child/family/adolescent theory and practice; Learning disability theory and practice; Research methods; Research practice; Advanced professional practice 1; Service-based evaluation project 2.

Clinical Neuropsychology
This Masters programme in Clinical Neuropsychology is designed for those who are eligible for registration in the UKs Health Professions Council as a clinical psychologist. Programme overview MSc (Med Sci): 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time The majority of students on this programme are clinical psychologists working in the NHS and most complete their programme working parttime over two years, although a small number complete all the teaching blocks in one year. All our lectures are given by subject specialists, including clinical academics at the University as

Global Mental Health

This Masters degree is designed to produce graduates who can take charge of mental health service provision at a global level. It is unique to Scotland and one of only two in the UK. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time The core teaching is based around lectures. There is a strong emphasis on discussion and debate with your academic staff and fellow students, focusing on relevant research literature and policy documents.

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Core courses: Introduction to mental health and disability; The global burden of mental health difficulties; Cultural, social and biological determinants of mental health; Research methods (qualitative, quantitative and health economics); Mental health promotion across the life-span; Improving access to mental health care in the global context; Mental health and disability: international law and policy; Dissertation. Entry requirements: At least a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject (psychology, medicine, nursing, occupational therapy, law, public health or public policy). A registered healthcare professional qualification will also be acceptable. A background study, work or volunteer activities in a mental healthrelated field is desirable but not essential. Entry requirements: You should have a degree in a healthcare discipline or equivalent qualification although in exceptional circumstances other qualifications or experience may be considered. Applications are welcome from qualified personnel in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing and allied health professionals as well as managers and those working or with an interest in primary care. You are required to provide two references, a full degree transcript, a CV (rsum) and a personal statement stating why you wish to study this programme at the University of Glasgow and how you intend to apply the personal skills developed on the programme in your professional life.

Primary Care
This Masters in Primary Care will equip you with the skills required to make a difference to primary health care in the 21st century. You can follow a flexible curriculum and will be taught by some of the leading primary care researchers and practitioners in the country. Programme overview MPC: 12 months full-time; 2460 months part-time; PgDip: 12 months full-time; 2436 months parttime; PgCert: 24 months part-time The programme has three compulsory courses and three optional courses. A research project takes place over a maximum of 12 months from receipt of a favourable ethics application. Most courses run over 11 weeks (September to November, or January to March) with weekly sessions lasting approximately 2.5 hours. Teaching generally takes place on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Core courses: Introduction to primary care; Populations to individuals: statistics, epidemiology and critical appraisal for primary care; Research methods; Research project. The following are all acceptable as projects: Empirical data collection, involving either quantitative or qualitative methods; Secondary analyses of routine data or datasets collected as part of a larger project; Literature review using Cochrane-type systematic review approaches, thematic analyses and integrative approaches (please note, this is more extensive and rigorous than the literature review that forms part of any project submission); Case study; Audit. Optional courses: Achieving clinical effectiveness; Cardiovascular disease management in primary care; Management of long-term conditions; Social justice.

Public Health
This Masters in Public Health (MPH) reflects the multidisciplinary nature of public health and follows a flexible and innovative curriculum. You will study under the supervision of some of the countrys leading experts in public health. Programme overview MPH: 12 months full-time; 24 or 36 months parttime; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 or 33 months part-time; PgCert: 5 months full-time; 10 months part-time You will attend interactive lectures, seminars and individual tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses: Principles of public health; Introduction to statistical methods; Introduction to epidemiology; Research methods. Optional courses (three courses chosen): Communicable diseases; Economic evaluation; Environmental health; Further epidemiology and statistics; Globalisation and public health; Health economics; Health promotion: principles and practice; Managing healthcare organisations; Oral health (this course is offered every second year); Psychosocial approaches to public health; Qualitative research methods. If you are studying for the MPH, you will also undertake a research project of 15,00020,000 words. Entry requirements: You should normally have a 2.1 Honours degree but in exceptional circumstances, consideration will be given to those with a relevant professional qualification who have experience in the field of public health. You are required to provide two references, a full degree transcript, a CV (rsum) and a personal statement indicating why you wish to study this programme at the University of Glasgow.

Difficult decisions
People think that economists are only interested in money, but Professor in Health Economics, Andy Briggs, is interested in the health impact of healthcare interventions. Generally, health can be measured in a two-dimensional way: length of life, which is very straightforward to measure, and quality of life, which is much less so, explains Professor Briggs. Our methodologies and quality of life tools can help policymakers to better decide where money on health interventions is spent. Professor Briggss research relies on interdisciplinary working with clinicians, statisticians, epidemiologists and qualitative researchers. Being based in Glasgow means that the team can benefit from access to Scotlands sophisticated linked datasets, including information contained in the Scottish Morbidity Record, which is invaluable for work on statistical assessment of health technology. A good example is the research currently under way on the Scotland-wide diabetes dataset, which uniquely links clinical information to the Scottish Morbidity Record. Professor Briggss team also supports a variety of work within the Institute of Health & Wellbeing, including an economic analysis of the Keep Well health improvement project, which aims to reduce inequalities in cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in the most deprived urban wards of Glasgow. Research is often demand-led. Were asked by industry, charities and policymakers to measure the cost-effectiveness of particular interventions, whether its a drug or the provision of a service, says Professor Briggs. Alongside this work, there are plenty of opportunities for postgraduate researchers to explore methodological and applied issues relating to health technology asssessment, with college scholarships available. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/andrewbriggs

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Institute of Infection, Immunity & Inflammation

Infection, Immunity & Inflammation

Infectious, autoimmune and inflammatory diseases place an enormous global burden on human and animal health. The Institute of Infection, Immunity & Inflammation brings together world-leading basic, applied, clinical and translational researchers to promote and develop research, drug discovery and ultimately improvements in patient care in this area of critical international importance.
Contact
Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5300 Email: iii-ins-enquiries@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
If you study with us, you will join a community of 26 postgraduate taught and 150 postgraduate research students. Our institute brings together world-leading basic, applied, clinical and translational researchers to study infection with a focus on the viral, parasitic and bacterial pathogens of both humans and animals, and immunology and inflammation with a focus on chronic inflammatory diseases. Despite the continual development of new therapies, antibiotics and vaccines, chronic inflammatory and infectious diseases still pose persistent health threats. We aim to: understand the basic science of the immune systems and how the immune system can in turn affect disease outcome understand the biology of parasites, viruses and bacteria and the interactions with their hosts, that in turn leads to high levels of infectious diseases worldwide develop therapies (drugs and vaccines) targeted on these processes explore new treatments and strategies in clinical and translational medicine. Research centres MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research Wellcome Trust Centre for Molecular Parasitology Scottish Infection Research Network ARUK Centre for Experimental Arthritis Research.

Our expertise is supported by state-of-the-art basic science technology, integrated seamlessly with translational clinical trial facilities. We also have numerous research links with diseaseendemic countries, in particular in Africa.

Resources and facilities

We offer a wide range of cutting-edge research facilities, including core facilities in fluorescence activated cell sorting analysis, histology and state-of-the-art imaging. In addition, we offer the IVIS imaging system, high content screening microscopy, mass spectrometry, an X-ray capable FX Pro bioluminescence imaging system and a protein purification service. Also available are a wide range of molecular, immunological and biochemical analysis tools. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/iii/facilities.

Career prospects
Our excellent facilities underpin a bench to bedside approach that will equip you with training complementary to a range of career options, and you can tailor your study pathway to the precise aspects of infection and immunology that suit your objectives. Through their research interests in drug development, vaccines and diagnostics, many of our project supervisors have strong links with industry. There is an open day to highlight career opportunities in industry related to our research.

Our Director
Our Director is Professor Iain McInnes, Muirhead Chair of Medicine and Consultant Rheumatologist based in Glasgow Royal Infirmary. Professor McInnes has an established leadership role in translational medicine, as Chair of the Arthritis Research UK New Agents Committee, Vice Chair of the MRC Panel for Training and Fellowships, UKCRN Specialty Groups Scottish Lead for Inflammation Medicine and internationally, within the European League Against Rheumatism. His research interests focus on mechanisms of inflammatory synovitis in rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ people/iainmcinnes.

Funding and scholarships

For the latest postgraduate taught degree scholarship and funding information, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/mvls/pgtscholarships. A number of opportunities are available for funding to study within the Medical Research Council University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research, including the WB Martin PhD Studentship. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/cvr/ postgraduatetraining. Each October, several PhD studentships begin within the Universitys Wellcome Trust Centre for Molecular Parasitology. These studentships are allocated based on student academic strength, referee reports and an interview, and are available in any of the research programmes. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/iii/wtcmp/studentships. A further route to PhD study within the centre is via the Molecular Functions in Disease, Wellcome Trust four-year PhD programme. The funding package provides a generous stipend (currently over 19,000 per annum) plus research expenses. Full tuition fees are paid for all students. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/biology/ wellcometrust. Veterinarians may be interested in funding opportunities for research provided by the Wellcome Trust: www.wellcome.ac.uk/Funding/ Biomedical-science/Funding-schemes/ Fellowships/Veterinary-research.

Learning environment
You will be taught by scientists and clinical investigators of global repute who possess the broad expertise necessary to assist you in achieving your goals. Our academics include geneticists, molecular and cell biologists, biochemists, immunologists, bacteriologists, virologists, parasitologists, pathologists and clinical investigators.

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If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. The qualifications we offer are: PhD (Doctor of Philosophy): three to four years full-time or six years part-time study MRes (Master of Research): one year full-time or two years part-time study. Topics in which we could welcome postgraduate research include: Immunology and inflammation Immunology research within the institute incorporates cytokine and chemokine biology, immune cell signalling, advanced imaging technologies, and cellular and gut immunology. Our translational efforts are focused on rheumatoid arthritis, dermatology, respiratory and central nervous system immune and inflammatory diseases. Microbiology Our interests lie in the interaction between bacterial pathogens and their hosts at the mucosal interface. We study key virulence determinants of bacterial pathogens and the host factors that influence outcome of disease, particularly within the immune system. Using both animal models and human systems, we aim to develop better drugs and vaccines for the treatment and prevention of infection. Parasitology We address a diverse set of features that are core to parasite persistence, diversification and disease, including metabolism, gene expression, drug resistance, immune evasion, invasiveness, differentiation, parasite biology and pathogenesis. Virology Virology research within our institute is carried out in the MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research (CVR). The expertise of the principal investigators of the CVR covers various aspects of virus research, ranging from molecular virology to in vivo pathogenesis, viruscell interaction, viral immunology, viral ecology, clinical virology, virus epidemiology, mathematical modelling and bioinformatics. A key aspect of the institute is the opportunity for interaction between the disciplines noted above. Interdisciplinary research projects are encouraged and fruitful. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/iii/staff

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The optimal environment for researching chemokines

Since Professor Gerard Graham identified a novel regulator of stem cell proliferation that turned out to be one of the first chemokines ever pinpointed, hes been firmly wedded to this particular molecule family. Twenty-four years later, his focus remains their basic mechanics, though he always has one eye on the potential applications of his research. Chemokines are, after all, at the heart of every immune-inflammatory disorder and are fundamental players in cancer. These molecules are particularly involved in how cells navigate their way around the body, and the cells that are most frequently directed to different sites are leukocytes, so-called white blood cells, says Professor Graham. Chemokines act like a navigational beacon. If a particular part of your body becomes infected, youll make chemokines there. These set up navigational positional queues and help white blood cells to move there to try and fight the infection. While theres great interest in chemokines in general, the current research is focused on understanding how inflammation can be switched off. Its well understood that these molecules orchestrate inflammation, by recruiting inflammatory cells and immune cells to damaged sites. Whats not clear is why some people those with inflammatory diseases dont switch this off. If the mechanics can be ascertained, this knowledge could potentially be used therapeutically. Prior to taking up his current role as Wellcome Trust Senior Investigator, Professor Graham was a group leader at the Beatson Institute for Cancer Research for 16 years. During his time here, Professor Graham has gone to great lengths to create the optimal environment for his world-leading research. Its about having the right intellectual input, the right technical competence and the right knowledge base, he says. The question of chemokines is so complex that addressing it requires a broad base of technological expertise. By definition were multidisciplinary, and we use a lot of cutting-edge genomics technologies. Theyre important both in coming up with answers and in making what we do internationally competitive. Pastoral care of his 16-strong research group is equally important to Professor Graham. The University itself is a friendly and nurturing environment. My own philosophy is that I have quite a big research group and I want people to feel that it is a second home. Science isnt a nine-to-five job its a passion. People spend a huge amount of time and effort working in science and they need to do that against a background of being happy and supported. Our technical experience and knowledge means we can train postgraduate students to get things up and running very quickly. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/gerardgraham

Contact us
Margaret Agnew, Postgraduate Administrative Assistant Tel: +44 (0)141 330 7384 Email: margaret.agnew@glasgow.ac.uk

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Ive met several people that spent some time during their education abroad and the opinion was unanimous: you get to know a new place, a new lab, different ways of working, and different people, which all together are of high value for your development as a researcher. I knew I wanted to study parasitology and I wanted to have an experience abroad. I finally spotted the Wellcome Trust Centre for Molecular Parasitology and the work performed in Dr Richard McCullochs lab on the sleeping sickness parasite, Trypanosoma brucei. I really like Glasgow and feel very comfortable here.
Originally from Portugal, Catarina Marques is a first-year PhD student at the Wellcome Trust Centre for Molecular Parasitology.

Leading the way in virology research

The creation of the Medical Research Council University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research (CVR) has placed Glasgow at the cutting edge of international virology research. The CVR represents the UKs largest grouping of human and veterinary virologists. Virology has been a major research strength of the University since the discovery of the feline leukaemia virus in 1964. In 2010, the Medical Research Council and University formed a unique partnership to invest over 30m in virology research in Glasgow. The Wellcome Trust and Wolfson Foundation have also committed 4.8m for a dedicated laboratory of comparative and veterinary virology. As many of the emerging threats to human health come from viruses that can jump from animals to humans, an important feature of the CVR is the integration of human and animal virus research. Research at the CVR covers a wide breadth of expertise ranging from molecular virology to in vivo pathogenesis, virus-cell interactions, viral immunology, viral ecology, viral oncology, clinical and veterinary virology, viral diagnostics, virus epidemiology, mathematical modelling and bioinformatics. Researchers apply this expertise to tackle questions about viruses at all levels, from the fine details of virus structure, to the emergence and spread of new viruses in both human and animal populations. The centre is headed by world-leading veterinary virologist Professor Massimo Palmarini. My laboratory studies the biology and pathogenesis of animal viruses, he explains. Currently we are focusing on bluetongue, one of the major infectious diseases of livestock, and Schmallenberg virus, a new animal virus identified in 2011. Bluetongue disease is caused by bluetongue virus (BTV), which is transmitted by biting midges. It seems likely that this is also the route of transmission of Schmallenberg virus. Outbreaks of these diseases can have a major economic and societal impact. The recent BTV outbreak in central and northern Europe resulted in the death of more than 2,000,000 animals and caused extensive damage to the European economy. One of the aims of Professor Palmarinis laboratory is to better understand why these viruses can be deadly and discover the main factors that control the outcome of virus infection. A key difficulty, he explains, is that the symptoms of infection vary widely between infected animals, ranging from completely asymptomatic to fatal. By better understanding the determinants of virulence, we may be able to design control strategies that fit the risks posed by a specific outbreak and the circumstances surrounding it, Professor Palmarini says. www.glasgow.ac.uk/cvr

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/iii Infection, Immunity & Inflammation: taught programmes Infection & Immunobiology
This Masters integrates training in the core specialisms of infection and immunobiology research. The flexible format allows you to gain the MRes Infection & Immumobiology, or obtain an MRes in one of five specialisms that can be accessed through this programme. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 8 months fulltime; PgCert: 3 months full-time During the first semester you will attend lectures and seminars. There is also a practical course comprising lab work and tutorials. Following this, you will undertake two 17-week research placements during the programme. These involve individual research projects that require oral and poster presentations as well as project reports. Choosing a specialism: Your choice of placements dictates the type of degree you will receive. If you combine two projects from two different specialisms, you are awarded the MRes in Infection & Immunobiology. The alternative is to complete both projects from one research area. In this instance you will receive your MRes in one of these individual research areas. The specialisms on offer within the Institute of Infection, Immunity & Inflammation are: Comparative Medicine: This specialism provides a broad knowledge of topics relevant to comparative medicine, with a focus on infection and immunobiology and quantitative and technical methodologies. Research projects will potentially extend that knowledge into specific areas of infectious disease, quantitative epidemiology, statistics and mathematical modelling, as well as pathology. Immunobiology: This specialism, based within the Centre of Immunobiology, ranges from basic cellular immunology through to more focused clinical studies and drug discovery. As a part of a clinical network, we map our basic research interests directly onto a range of human pathological inflammatory disorders. Medical Microbiology: This specialism provides theoretical background knowledge and practical skills training in the application of modern molecular techniques to the study of microbial pathogenesis. The focus is on selected pathogens that cause infections in humans as well as domesticated animals. Molecular Parasitology: This specialism provides theoretical background knowledge and practical skills training in the subjects of biochemistry, genetics, cell biology and molecular biology of parasites of humans and animals. Virology: The specialism is dedicated to the study of human and animal viral diseases and conducting multidisciplinary research on viruses and viral diseases of humans and animals, utilising the knowledge gained for the improvement of human and animal health. Entry requirements: At least a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area.

Understanding parasites
At Glasgows Wellcome Trust Centre for Molecular Parasitology, scientists collaborate to investigate the malaria parasite, humanand livestock-infective trypanosomes, and the leishmanias that can afflict humans. We look at the intrinsic molecular and cell biology of the parasite itself and increasingly, we look at the relationship between the parasite and its host and the parasite and its vector in an attempt to understand the complexities of those interactions, explains Professor Andy Waters, Wellcome Trust Principal Research Fellow and the centres Director. We hope that our findings might be exploited to develop drugs, vaccines or other methods of preventing parasite success. The centre brings together seven principal investigators and a community of researchers. It is one of only eight UK centres of excellence funded by the Wellcome Trust and the only one focused on parasitology. We are greater than the sum of our individual parts, says Professor Waters. We have collaborations both within and outside of the centre, and partnerships that extend into Africa, where we have ongoing relationships and actively funded grants from the Wellcome Trust and other agencies. Current projects include research by Wellcome Trust Senior Fellow Dr Markus Meissner to develop a series of novel tools to investigate the molecular biology of toxoplasma parasites. The Wellcome Trust has also awarded funding to link African laboratories with Glasgow in order to assemble different populations of trypanosome parasites from different regions for comparison. The aim is to pinpoint areas of the genome that are undergoing significant evolution and therefore most likely to be at the cutting edge of the parasites attack on humans or animals. Wellcome Trust Senior Fellow Dr Annette MacLeod from Glasgow is working on this project, which is led by Tanzanian scientist Dr Enoch Matovu. www.glasgow.ac.uk/iii/wtcmp

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Institute of Molecular, Cell & Systems Biology

Molecular, Cell & Systems Biology

The Institute of Molecular, Cell & Systems Biology has expertise covering a wide range of contemporary integrative biology, from molecules to organisms.
Contact
Linda Atkinson, Teaching Administrator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 8472 Email: linda.atkinson@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
If you study with us, you will join a community of 34 postgraduate taught and 71 postgraduate research students. Our multidisciplinary research varies from protein trafficking to plant circadian rhythms and from the structure of membrane proteins to cell engineering. This wide scope involves collaborations within the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences, and with mathematicians, computer scientists and engineers across and beyond the University. We continue to attract funding from the Medical Research Council, the Biotechnology & Biological Sciences Research Council, Wellcome and other agencies, as well as major funding from industry. Glasgow is at the forefront of research in systems and synthetic biology in the UK.

Resources and facilities

We are supported by a world-class technology base including next-generation sequencing, microarrays, proteomics and metabolomics through the Sir Henry Wellcome Functional Genomics Facility and the Scottish National Centre for Metabolomics. Our Protein Characterisation Facility supports the work of researchers in the characterisation of protein structure, function, stability and interactions with other macromolecules in solution. Facilities include circular dichroism, fluorescence and absorbance spectroscopy under steady state and stopped flow conditions. A BIACORE 2000 biosensor is available for use in the study of macromolecular interactions in real time. In plant science, the Universitys Bower Building has glasshouses and growth rooms, stateof-the-art facilities for protein and metabolite biochemistry, and for electrophysiology and cell biology.

Our Director
Our Director, Professor Richard Cogdell, holds the Universitys Hooker Chair of Botany and has more than 30 years research experience in bacterial photosynthesis. He was elected FRS in 2007 and FRSA in 2008. He is a member of the editorial board for Royal Society Interface, Biochemica et Biophysica Acta and of the Grant Advisory Board for the Royal Society of Edinburgh Cell and Molecular Biology Sectional Committee. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/ richardcogdell.

Learning environment
The institute has created an interactive atmosphere where the guiding principle is to conduct basic and applied research at the highest level. We provide excellent graduate training for both Masters and PhD students it is an exciting place to be a young researcher. There are opportunities to take part in research projects in laboratories that have excellent facilities and work with scientists who are leaders in their field. The institute also runs a vibrant seminar series. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ biology/seminarseries.

Career prospects
Our degree programmes can prepare you for a career in academia, science management, commerce, and in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. We run an industrial symposium, where representatives from the European Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical industry can discuss their companies and answer your questions on working in the industrial sector. Depending on the projects you undertake, you may acquire skills in specialist areas such as transcriptome analysis, plant and cell imaging, proteomics or biochemistry. You may also have the opportunity to participate in a dedicated career workshop on progression planning.

Funding and scholarships

For the latest postgraduate taught degree scholarship and funding information, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/mvls/pgtscholarships. You may be interested in the University of Glasgow Wellcome Trust four-year PhD Programme, which is an interdisciplinary degree that addresses fundamental problems in biomedical science using contemporary methods. Research projects are available in a wide variety of disciplines including structural biology, medicinal and chemical biology, cell biology, biochemistry and molecular genetics. The funding package provides a stipend of over 19,000 per annum plus research expenses. For the latest information on these and about other studentship opportunities, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/biology/infoforprospective students. Institute Director, Professor Richard Cogdell

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If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. The qualifications we offer are: PhD (Doctor of Philosophy): three to four years full-time or six years part-time study MSc (Master of Science) by Research: one year full-time or two years part-time study MRes (Master of Research): one year full-time or two years part-time study. Topics in which we would welcome postgraduate research include: cell engineering plant science molecular and cell biology systems and synthetic biology genetics, transgenics and functional genomics protein characterisation. Currently the institute has 24 group leaders many of whom have collaborators in laboratories all round the world: www.glasgow.ac.uk/biology/ research. Some of our recent research projects include: structure function relationships of proteins in inflammation and disease viral associated cancer: a study of EpsteinBarr virus and disease metabolomics and modelling inborn errors of metabolism in Drosophila designer site-specific recombinases for targeted genomic DNA rearrangements molecular basis of plant responses to UV-B light resistance to herbivory in oilseed rape protein folding and secretion in mammalian cells genetic instability and phenotypic variation in the inherited human disorders myotonic dystrophy type 1 and Huntingtons disease. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/biology/staff.

Learning from experience

Ultraviolet-B light is potentially damaging to all living organisms it causes sunburn, skin ageing, cataracts and some forms of cancer in humans. Yet plants remain unharmed by their constant exposure to UV-B, using the light instead as a regulatory signal to aid survival. Exploring the biology behind this, Professors Gareth Jenkins and John Christie published a joint paper on UV-B photoreceptors in Science in April 2012. Professor Jenkins is an expert in plant cell and molecular biology. The aim of the research is to understand how environmental stimuli, in particular light, regulate plant gene expression and development, he explains. Our focus is the structure of the UV-B photoreceptor, a doughnut-shaped protein called UVR8. Its the UVR8 protein that senses UV-B and initiates various processes in the plant that help to protect against UV-B as well as promote various other regulatory responses. Professor Christie is an expert in photobiology. My focus is in understanding how the UV-B photoreceptors work at a molecular level: how it is that a photochemical reaction is converted into a biochemical reaction, he says. If we can understand how these molecular light switches work, we can apply that knowledge to make molecular tools. For both academics, work is fundamentally driven by scientific curiosity, but the team is well aware of the potential applications of the UVR8 research. One of the changes that UV-B initiates in the plant is the accumulation of secondary products like flavonoids, says Professor Jenkins. These are important to the human diet and they also influence various other properties of the plant nutritionally. In addition, secondary metabolite changes in the plant impact on its palatability to insects. One of our projects looked at how we can use this knowledge to produce crops that are insecttolerant. In his time at Glasgow, Professor Jenkins has supervised more than 20 PhD students. Two are now professors themselves; several more are lecturers, while others work in industry. He rates Glasgow highly in terms of the quality of intellectual training, research and opportunities. So too does Professor Christie, who has five years experience of working at Stanford University and a further two years experience at the Scripps Research Institute, California. A good thing to remember about doing your PhD in the UK is that you tend to get it finished within three to four years, says Professor Christie. In the US, it takes at least five years, the same for some places in Europe because of the strong emphasis there on publishing. One of my former students has just got a lectureship back here and he isnt even 30 yet. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/garethjenkins www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/johnchristie

Contact us
Linda Atkinson, Teaching Administrator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 8472 Email: linda.atkinson@glasgow.ac.uk If you are interested in studying for a research degree in proteomic technologies, contact: Angela Woolton, Doctoral Training Centre Administrator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5428 Email: angela.woolton@glasgow.ac.uk.

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Being an international student, it was a difficult task to get adjusted to a completely new environment, but the friendly and cooperative environment at Glasgow made it so easy. During my studies, I got various chances to present my research at both national and international conferences. My supervisor supported me all the way and training courses run by the graduate school not only provided me with an opportunity to build my personal skills, but will also help me in establishing my career.
Asif Qureshi is a PhD student studying under the supervision of Dr Joanna Wilson in the Institute of Molecular, Cell & Systems Biology.

Learning from the common fruit fly

Drosophila melanogaster, otherwise known as the common fruit fly, currently serves two chief purposes for Professor of Molecular & Integrative Physiology Julian Dow. Firstly, the fly, seemingly unperturbed by the presence of kidney stones in its renal tubule, presents a simple model for examining what is an excruciatingly painful condition in humans. Secondly, it allows the study of the insects osmoregulation (how the organisms keep their fluids from becoming too diluted or too concentrated). Upsetting this process could be the key to creating a new breed of insecticides. The fruit flys version of a kidney is only a millimetre in length but is straightforward to study as its transparent and easily accessible, says Professor Dow. We can manipulate the tubule genetically, which lets us model certain human diseases much more easily, cheaply and, I think, with better ethical consequences than in a mammal. We can mimic both rare and common kidney stones, and make them occur more easily or less often. The occurrence of kidney stones continues to rise. If you have kidney stones once, theres a 50% likelihood of developing them again. Identifying a suitable animal model is a significant step towards being able to screen treatments that might prevent new kidney stones from forming. One of the Universitys strengths is the new technologies available to the research team. The latest technique, metabolomics, gives a snapshot of all the small molecules produced by cells at any one time, and can help to shed light on the metabolic imbalance that causes stones. Glasgow is also at the forefront of insect physiology alongside his biomedical research Professor Dow is studying Drosophila as a model insect for insecticide development. Globally, 20% of the worlds crops are lost to insect attack, and more than a million people die from malaria each year, explains Professor Dow. Bluetongue virus and Schmallenberg virus remind us that with global warming a lot of problems are headed for the UK. No new insecticides have come to market in decades and theres now resistance in the field to every available insecticide. Agrochemical companies focus on poisons that attack the central nervous system, but a new class of insecticide that interferes with an insects ability to osmoregulate would be equally effective. Were trying to uncover what it is that harmful insects have in common that good insects dont also share so that we can make the next generation of insecticides greener. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/juliandow

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/biology Molecular, Cell & Systems Biology: taught programmes Biotechnology

This Masters programme provides you with an advanced practical knowledge of biotechnology and molecular genetic technologies underpinning modern biotechnology and how they can be applied to solve real world problems. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months-full time The programme is made up of five teaching modules and a dissertation project. Each module explores different aspects of biotechnology. The dissertation allows you to specialise the degree through a chosen field of research. You will undertake this project with the support and guidance of your chosen academic expert. Core courses: Industrial and environmental microbiology; Molecular biotechnology; General biotechnology; Plant biotechnology; Biotechnology business skills. Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent in a related subject area biology, microbiology, biotechnology or biochemistry although applicants with a degree in other areas may be considered. Professional experience may also be taken into account.

Plant Science
This Masters programme gives you advanced knowledge and practical skills focused on the cellular and molecular basis of plant growth and development. It provides excellent research training for those intending to undertake a PhD. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; up to 36 months parttime; PgDip: 9 months full-time This programme consists of two 20-week research projects and two taught advanced courses, normally in plant molecular biology and plant biotechnology. The main part of the degree is the two extensive research projects, which are based in the laboratories of Plant Science Group staff. Projects will be selected through discussion with individual staff members and will be focused on their areas of research. The projects are chosen to reflect students interests and the skills they wish to acquire and are of sufficient duration to enable real scientific progress to be made. Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account. Applicants should have taken courses in plant biology with molecular biology, cell biology, genetics and/or biochemistry.

PhD student Maria Papanatsiou attends to her plants in the Bower Building, a high-quality research and teaching facility offering growth rooms and atrium space.

Crop Biotechnology
This Masters programme in Crop Biotechnology will examine the important global issue of food security and the need to develop sustainable agriculture in a changing climate. It is focused on understanding molecular and genetic aspects of plant growth and development, and responses to external factors that impact on crop production, and how this information can be used in biotechnological approaches for crop improvement. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time The programme consists of lectures and tutorials and you will undertake practical laboratory training, exercises that develop transferable skills, a short business skills module, a dissertation and a project. Core courses: Crop biotechnology fundamentals; Crop biotechnology research skills; Crop biotechnology dissertation; Crop biotechnology applications; Research project in crop biotechnology. Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account. Applicants should have taken courses in plant biology with molecular biology, cell biology, genetics and/or biochemistry.

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Institute of Neuroscience & Psychology

Neuroscience & Psychology

We work to understand the nervous system at multiple levels of function, from molecules to mind. Integrating cutting-edge research from the molecular level to human behaviour, we have strengths in brain imaging, stroke, models of neurological disorders, spinal cord organisation and information processing in cortical networks.
Contact
Johanna Green, Postgraduate Administrator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 6173 Email: johanna.green@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
If you study with us, you will join a community of 26 postgraduate taught and 56 research students. Neuroscience & Psychology is a crosscollege institute, which means that it combines innovative research activity found in the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences with leading expertise found in the College of Science & Engineering. In striving to advance the understanding of behaviour and the nervous system, our academics undertake innovative research that is in some cases world-leading: in the latest independent assessment of research quality, the RAE 2008, psychology at the University of Glasgow was rated in the UKs top ten for research. We link molecular discoveries to cells, to animal and human models, and translate these to the clinic. To achieve this, we have integrated neuroscience and psychology research within four centres of research excellence. These are: Neuroscience & Clinical Psychology Stroke & Brain Imaging Interdisciplinary Study of Social Interactions Cognitive Neuroimaging (CCNi). Stroke research is one area that benefits from strong collaborations between neuroscientists, psychologists and stroke clinicians. The Centre for Stroke & Brain Imaging runs a comprehensive translational research programme from the laboratory bench to the patients bedside, and back, with particular emphasis on acute stroke imaging, improvements in acute stroke care and longer- term rehabilitation strategies. For example, recent translational research focusing on novel, stem cell based regenerative therapy, brings together expertise in experimental animal models of stroke, advanced brain imaging methods, clinical trial design and methodology, and stroke care and rehabilitation.

The interests of our research centres overlap and complement each other. Our expertise therefore tracks from molecules to cells, to organs, to organisms and then through to the clinic and human behaviour, disease and treatment. This approach allows us to take advantage of contemporary research funding opportunities that are systems-oriented with a focus on interdisciplinary and translational programmes. We receive major funding from UK research councils (ESRC, BBSRC, EPSRC, MRC) and charities (the Wellcome Trust), with a translational excellence that attracts funding from industry. We also attract substantial EU and NIH funding to invest in our world-class research activities.

Learning environment
You will benefit from being taught by experts in the field from the UK and across the world. The use of subject specialists means our programme content always reflects the most recent research findings. The institute also runs a vibrant seminar series: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ neurosciencepsychology/seminars.

Our Director
Our Director, Professor Philippe Schyns, is an expert in the information processing mechanisms of face, object and scene categorisation in the brain. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh, Professor Schyns is currently Action Editor for Psychological Science, Editor of Frontiers in Perception Science, and Director of the Universitys Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging (CCNi). See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/philippeschyns.

Resources and facilities

The Glasgow Experimental MRI Centre (GEMRIC) is based within the Centre for Stroke & Brain Imaging and contains two 7 Tesla small bore animal scanners which can provide resolution down to 40 microns or less. See: www.glasgow. ac.uk/gemric. The Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging (CCNi) is equipped with state-of-the-art brain imaging facilities including a 3T fMRI scanner, a MEG system, a TMS system, and several EEG systems including fMRI compatible recording systems. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ccni. Our laboratories in Neuroscience & Clinical Psychology are furnished with state-of-the-art equipment for a wide range of contemporary techniques in neuroscience and psychology including confocal and electron microscopy, electrophysiology, behavioural testing, molecular and tissue analyses. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ neurosciencepsychology/cncp. Our Social Interactions Centre has fully equipped facilities and a wide range of research labs which comprise EEG labs; audition and speech labs; point-light display motion capture labs; 3-D vision capture labs for analysis of facial expression and desk-mounted and headmounted eye trackers. See: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ centreforinterdisciplinarystudyofsocial interactions.

Funding and scholarships

For the latest postgraduate taught degree scholarship and funding information, see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/mvls/pgtscholarships. Research funding opportunities can be found at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/neurosciencepsychology/ postgraduateresearchopportunities. Institute Director, Professor Philippe Schyns

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If you are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree, there is a range of full-time and part-time study options available. The qualifications we offer are: PhD (Doctor of Philosophy): three to four years full-time or six years part-time study MD (Doctor of Medicine): two years of fulltime study or four years of part-time study (for medically qualified graduates only) MSc (Master of Science) by Research: one year full-time or two years of part-time study MRes (Master of Research): one year full-time. Successful applicants can look forward to involvement in cutting-edge research and exposure to interdisciplinary programmes aimed at training future scientific leaders. Our broad spectrum of interdisciplinary research includes expertise across a range of subject areas. Topics in which we would welcome postgraduate research include but are not limited to: cognitive neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG, MEG and TMS) spinal mechanisms and chronic pain strokeanimal models, clinical studies, neuroimaging and regenerative therapies models of cortical information processing of cognitive functions braincomputer interactions social interactions diseases such as schizophrenia and Rett syndrome sensory and motor networks spinal cord injury and plasticity neural control of breathing hippocampal networks and plasticity. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss research topic ideas before applying. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our research centres and staff profiles at: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ neurosciencepsychology/researchcentres.

Modifying the brain to change perception

Professor Gregor Thut has worked in leading psychology and neuropsychology units around the world including Harvard and Geneva honing his skills in electroencephalography, transcranial magnetic stimulation and other techniques for studying brain activity. Using this expertise to explore how and why the brain perceives things and the mechanics of visual perception, he joined Glasgows Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging five years ago. I was keen to be involved in shaping something new and the environment was also very attractive, he says. The institute is extremely well equipped with the latest technology and can carry out important imaging studies to a very high standard. Neuroimaging has several different components, but my key area of expertise is brain oscillations and brain stimulation techniques. There are so many things going on around us at any one time that we cant possibly perceive them all. Brain resources are limited and what we perceive depends not only on what falls on the retina but also on our expectations and our focus of attention. Professor Thuts current research examines one important brain oscillation of the attention system called the alpha oscillation, which has a certain frequency and topography. What weve found is that we can modulate these oscillations, through brain stimulation, in a desired direction and in a controlled way, says Professor Thut. Weve found that when we generate these oscillations by brain stimulation, this is changing behaviour. For instance, if we generate the oscillations of the attention system, we can improve attention and perception. Weve just received a big grant, a five-year Wellcome Trust Investigator Award, to take our research one step further. So far weve only worked with healthy, adult participants. But what weve discovered is very interesting for going into translation studies it might help us to better understand the role of these oscillations in brain disorders, or perhaps even help us to find some markers for disease or, further than that, to find new therapeutic targets. So there is a possible application at this stage in patients, perhaps first in patients who have attention deficits but likely also in other patients. Its a relatively small but cutting-edge field there are only around ten groups worldwide working on the topic of generating brain oscillations to change brain functions. Professor Thut says: We have a lot of contact through workshops and symposia, so its quite an international effort as well as an interdisciplinary one. Well have five new researchers starting with us in 2012 on this topic, and PhD students and postdocs from other groups regularly join us for 6- to 12-month research visits. Its very important to have that exchange of knowledge to advance the field. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/gregorthut

Contact us
Johanna Green, Postgraduate Administrator Tel: +44 (0)141 330 6173 Email: johanna.green@glasgow.ac.uk

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I would recommend Glasgow to other prospective students because of the quality of the teaching. Many staff are recognised not just throughout the UK but also internationally and their knowledge and assistance have helped guide me. My studies have provided me with a wide range of laboratory techniques and also with in-depth training on how to write scientific papers and presentations, both of which are essential skills required to pursue a career in science.
Philippa Fowler, MRes Brain Sciences: From Molecules to Mind

Mapping the nerve pathways of the spine

Professor Andrew Todd draws on more than 30 years research into the spinal cord to examine how nerve pathways are organised to help us to feel sensations like pain and itch, and how the circuits that control these pathways operate. His neuroscience team uses a broad range of techniques including immunocytochemistry and confocal microscopy to investigate what goes on in the spinal dorsal horn in particular. We know that sensory information comes into the spinal cord and is transmitted up to the brain via fairly direct pathways of projection neurons, Professor Todd explains. But in among those pathways are enormous numbers of nerve cells interneurons which are found in the dorsal horn and serve to regulate or modify the sensory information. The way that these are wired up is extremely complicated and very poorly understood. Part of the reason for that is because we dont have a very good way of categorising individual nerve cells. So a lot of what we do is to try and classify the cells into functional populations excitatory and inhibitory and then we begin to see how those connect up. What we hope to produce is a wiring diagram of how the spinal cord operates, both in terms of the projection neurons that carry information to the brain and the interneurons involved in local control. Although Professor Todds primary interest is in the normal structure of the dorsal horn, his research could have major implications in terms of advancing our understanding of disease states, especially chronic pain. While acute pain is fairly treatable with standard analgesic drugs, chronic pain in particular neuropathic pain, which usually results from nerve injury is very difficult to treat and also fairly common among the population. A number of theories have been put forward about what goes on in nerve injury, one of which is that the inhibitory interneurons that normally control pain are either killed or inactivated, says Professor Todd. Our findings dont support what people have previously reported, and so we think that there isnt in fact any major change in the arrangement of these inhibitory cells. Even though were not directly involved in the development of treatment, we can shed light on the underlying mechanisms that must inform their design. As well as collaborating to varying extents with other spinal cord experts around the world, Professor Todds team welcomes a steady stream of PhD students from the UK and overseas. We have a really international lab, he says. Typically, we each have between one and three postgraduate students at any one time. The Universitys scientific expertise is very highly rated and students are well looked after in terms of supervision. Glasgows graduate school is very well organised, and the general feeling is that it is a popular place to be. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/andrewtodd

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/neurosciencepsychology Neuroscience & Psychology: taught programme Brain Sciences: From Molecules to Mind
Discovering how the brain functions normally and how it is affected by disease and injury presents major challenges for biological and medical research in the 21st century. This innovative new Masters programme in Brain Sciences: From Molecules to Mind provides opportunities for combining research training in brain imaging, psychology and neuroscience. If you are an international student intending to do a PhD in the UK, the programme serves as an excellent introduction to UK research approaches. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and undertake project work. Core courses: Molecules to mind: introducing you to neuroanatomy, neuronal signalling, and the brain imaging techniques of fMRI, MEG, EEG and TMS, with emphasis on the use of brain imaging to explore problems in the areas of attention, vision, cognition and language; and exploring novel techniques to analyse the complex brain signals measured by the techniques; Statistics: providing a detailed understanding of the use of descriptive statistics, ANOVA, and linear regression in brain science research, with a particular emphasis on robust methods. Optional courses: You will select two courses from a wide range of advanced courses covering topics in neuroscience and psychology including: advanced neuroanatomy, brain development, neuropsychology, brain diseases, neurotransmitters and drugs, neuronal circuits and memory, vision, attention, working memory, brain oscillations, ageing, plasticity, fMRI. You will also have the opportunity to learn the Matlab programming language, a powerful tool for data analysis. Research projects: This gives you the experience of performing two cutting-edge research projects in brain science laboratories of international standing, including writing up the results appropriately for peer-reviewed publication, and giving an oral presentation of your results. Entry requirements: At least a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent in neuroscience, physiology or a related discipline. For more information see: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ postgraduate/taught.

Support to launch your research career

Dr Bo Yao completed a PhD in the Institute of Neuroscience & Psychology under the supervision of Dr Christoph Scheepers and Professor Pascal Belin. In 2011, the findings of his project, which established that reading direct speech activates voice selective areas of the brain so the brain hears the voice of the speaker, were published in a respected academic journal. My research project combined state-of-theart fMRI techniques and eye-tracking to study how direct and indirect speech quotations are represented in our brain, explains Dr Yao. Since the methodology was novel and interdisciplinary I was concerned at how I would do this. Fortunately, I was very well supported. My supervisors had expertise in psycholinguistics and cognitive neuroscience and offered me valuable advice. To learn fMRI data analysis, I received funding to attend training courses in Edinburgh and importantly, the Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging houses the required research facilities so the running of my experiments was smooth. I orally presented the findings of this project at the international conference AMPLAP (Architectures and Mechanisms for Language Processing) 2010: my first ever conference talk. With the help of my supervisors, the paper of this study was accepted for publication in the Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience. The research experience at Glasgow has been fantastic. According to Dr Scheepers, the findings of this project have been long accepted as evident but never scientifically investigated. Although many of us share the intuition of an inner voice, particularly during silent reading of direct speech statements in text, there has been little direct empirical confirmation of this experience so far, he says. Few researchers have addressed the question of how the two reporting styles are represented in language comprehension, though direct speech demonstration is generally assumed to be more vivid and perceptually engaging than an indirect speech description. Dr Scheepers and his team enlisted 16 participants in the study and scanned their brains using Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) while they read different short stories. The results show that direct quotes activated voice-selective areas of the auditory cortex.

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Postgraduate study in our schools

As well as our seven research institutes, the college has three schools which offer postgraduate research and taught opportunities.
Contact
General enquiries: Life Sciences Tel: +44 (0)141 330 3994 Email: lifesci-enquiries@glasgow.ac.uk Medicine Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4515 Email: pgadmissions@glasgow.ac.uk Veterinary Medicine Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5700 Email: enquiries@vet.gla.ac.uk Postgraduate research enquiries: Life Sciences
Professor William Cushley, Postgraduate Research Convenor Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5261 Email: william.cushley@glasgow.ac.uk

Postgraduate research
One of the colleges key strengths lies in our multidisciplinary approach research is facilitated and encouraged between research institutes and schools, and also between colleges. Many of our state-of-the-art research buildings accommodate multidisciplinary teams from across multiple research institutes and schools, and many staff within schools have formal associations with research institutes. Many of our researchers have highly developed links with international and commercial partners and, in certain cases, opportunities exist to perform part of your postgraduate studies in another country or in the facilities of a company.

providing access to specialised equipment and facilities. Postgraduate research in anatomy is largely centred upon the outstanding staff and resources available within the school. Investment has also been made recently in sports and exercise science; graduates in this area occupy influential positions in centres of sporting excellence in the UK and beyond. Research strength, excellent facilities for postgraduate training and a lively location with a distinctive Scottish ambience ensure an outstanding experience for our students.

School of Medicine
The School of Medicine is renowned for pioneering research and superb facilities for postgraduate research in medicine, dentistry and nursing. We have one of the largest and most prestigious medical schools in Europe with over 170 research students carrying out research projects in both University and hospital locations. The school offers a wide range of research subject areas including: anaesthesia, cardiology, child health, clinical physics, dentistry, forensic medicine, gynaecology/obstetrics, haematology, human nutrition, medical education, medical genetics, medical sociology, nursing and midwifery, psychology and surgery.

Our schools
Research in the Schools of Medicine, Life Sciences and Veterinary Medicine is closely aligned to the research institute themes, and therefore many opportunities for postgraduate research in these areas are coordinated by the research institutes. These may be co-supervised by staff based in different schools and research institutes who possess distinct skills and backgrounds to provide the highest-quality training and the opportunity for students to utilise and integrate a wide range of experimental approaches into their research programme. Whether based in a research institute or a school, postgraduate students within the college will interact with researchers of international standing, and highly active seminar programmes bring distinguished scientists from all corners of the globe to Glasgow.

School of Veterinary Medicine

Research activity in the School of Veterinary Medicine builds on over 50 years experience in comparative medicine and clinical science. With significant links to the colleges research institutes, hospital-based and clinician-led research form the scientific underpinning of evidence-based medicine in the schools international-quality, clinical facilities. Supplemented by a commitment to translational medicine and with dedicated support for clinical trials, including dedicated agricultural food animal premises, the school contributes to the bench-to-bedside ethos that embodies the colleges desire for research that impacts positively on the health of all species. Strong links to other schools worldwide, in both the developed and developing world, ensure that the equine, small animal and food chain clinical research in Glasgow contribute to disease challenges and societal issues at home and across the globe. Graduates wishing to study for a postgraduate degree by research may enrol for either threeyear or four-year programmes. The flagship PhD programme in the School of Veterinary Medicine is our four-year PhD programme, including the BBSRC-funded Doctoral Training Grants scheme.

Medicine
Dr Alastair Gracie, Postgraduate Research Convenor Tel: +44 (0)141 330 8130 Email: alastair.gracie@glasgow.ac.uk

School of Life Sciences

Postgraduate research in the School of Life Sciences has an international reputation for highquality supervision, breadth of opportunity and innovation. In many cases, research operates as a partnership between staff in the school, the colleges research institutes and beyond,

Veterinary Medicine Professor Sandy Love, Postgraduate Research Convenor Tel: +44(0)141 330 5999 Email: sandy.love@glasgow.ac.uk

As a postgraduate student within the college, you will benefit from our broad base of research knowledge, multidisciplinary strengths, international partnerships and state-of-the-art facilities.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/mvls/schools Life Sciences: taught programmes Bioinformatics

Bioinformatics is a discipline at the interface between biology and computing and is used in organismal biology, molecular biology and biomedicine. Biological datasets have become so extensive that sophisticated computing approaches are required. This Masters programme focuses on using computers to store data, mine information, analyse and display data a core part of modern biology. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months fulltime The taught element covers three main areas: You will perfect your understanding of the molecular biology of genes and proteins, and learn how to use existing computer programs to analyse them. In addition, you will learn about the ...OMICS technologies and their application (microarrays, next-generation DNA sequencing, proteomics and metabolomics. You will learn and apply the computational techniques required for bioinformatics in this course, partly run by staff in the School of Computing Science in conjunction with their MSc in Information Technology. Research project: If you progress to the MRes you will undertake a four-month research project. Normally this will be with one of the research laboratories associated with the programme, but there is also the opportunity to study in suitable laboratories in other parts of the world. Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account. You do not need to have previous experience in computer programming, but you should be numerate, as part of the programme is spent learning programming. We may admit you if your background is outside molecular biology and we are confident that you can develop your understanding of the biology background in a timely manner.

Biomedical Sciences
This Masters programme in Biomedical Sciences offers research training for students intending to proceed to PhD. It is largely based on individual research projects rather than coursework, and allows you to specialise in a particular area of study. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 8 months fulltime Specialisms: Anatomy; Biotechnology; Cell engineering; Integrative mammalian biology; Medical biochemistry and molecular biology; Molecular genetics; Neuroscience; Proteomics. Research projects: You will undertake two 20-week research projects (one project only for the PgDip), as well as some advanced theoretical study. Projects are offered by a wide range of staff at the University as well as other local institutes, and some departments of the University of Strathclyde. Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account.

In addition, your choice of two research projects can offer additional specialisation or the chance to learn new skills. The projects can be based at the University or elsewhere. Please note that the MRes degree programme offers you the chance to choose from a wider range of courses than the taught MSc programme in Sport & Exercise Science. The MRes programme has two research projects and the MSc has one project. Please contact the course organisers for more information if you are uncertain which programme suits you better. Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account.

Medical Visualisation & Human Anatomy

This programme is the first taught Masters programme in medical visualisation in the UK. Offered jointly by the University of Glasgow and the Glasgow School of Art, it combines actual cadaveric dissection with 3D digital reconstruction, interaction and visualisation. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will split your time between the Glasgow School of Art (Digital Design Studio) and the University of Glasgow (Laboratory of Human Anatomy). The programme is structured into three stages. Stage one: digital technologies applied to medical visualisation (delivered by the Digital Design Studio at the Glasgow School of Art). Core courses: 3D modelling and animation; Applications in medical visualisation; Volumetric and 3D surface visualisation; Core research skills for postgraduates. Stage two: human anatomy (delivered by the Laboratory of Human Anatomy at the University of Glasgow). Core courses: Introduction to anatomy; Structure and function of the human body; Cadaveric dissection techniques. Stage three: you will complete a self-directed final project, supported throughout with individual supervision. Entry requirements: You should have an Honours degree or equivalent in: life sciences, medical or biomedical science, eg anatomy, physiology, dentistry or dental technology, forensic anthropology, molecular biological degrees and the allied health professions; computer science, 3D visualisation, computer graphics, health informatics, mathematics, and physics; medical illustration, 3D design, product design, digital media, digital arts, 3D modelling and animation; or equivalent professional practice. Highcalibre graduates from other disciplines may be considered if they are able to demonstrate an interest and ability in the field of medical visualisation.

Exercise Science
This Masters programme in Exercise Science focuses on the effects of exercise, diet and lifestyle on human physiology and includes the whole span of physiology from cellularmolecular to population surveys. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 8 months full-time; 18 months part-time You will study two taught courses chosen from a wide selection (only one course may be taken from within each group). You will also undertake one 20-week project (for the PgDip) or two projects (for the MRes). Semester 1: Muscle and exercise; Performance enhancement techniques; Sports injuries; Physical activity and public health; Exercise in medical conditions; Exercise in cardiac disease. Semester 2: Physiological adaptations to chronic exercise; Cardiovascular science; Bioethics; Factors affecting physical performance; Physical activity, fitness and metabolic health; Cell physiology of exercise. This degree programme offers the flexibility for you to specialise or to extend your range of knowledge. For example, if you are interested in elite performance in sport you might choose performance enhancement techniques, and physiological adaptations to chronic exercise. Alternatively, if you are interested in health promotion you may prefer physical activity and public health, and physical activity, fitness and metabolic health.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/mvls/schools Medicine: taught programmes Applied Medical Science

This Masters programme in Applied Medical Science allows you to develop a thorough grounding in the principles of evidence-based medicine and research and gain experience in the research methodologies that underpin current medical research. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will study three courses, including a research project. Core courses: Evidence-based medicine and research; Research methods in applied medical science; Research dissertation in applied medical science. Entry requirements: Honours degree or equivalent in a biomedical science or other relevant area. You will also need to successfully complete another course component. This may be taken from one or more of the named courses listed from the three consortium universities. Please note: due to visa restrictions, international students are required to undertake all their courses at the University of Glasgow. Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Professional experience may be taken into account. renal, haematology, oncology, rheumatology and adolescent medicine. A trainee must pass all sections, spanning a maximum of four academic years but typically taken over two years, although some trainees will manage to complete all sections during one academic year. Entry requirements: You must have a degree in medicine with membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics & Child Health. You must provide evidence of MRCPCH, a first medical degree and a CV (rsum).

Child Health
This programme in Child Health reflects the need for the NHS to deliver basic academic training in paediatrics to all trainees in Scotland, and to formally cover the level 1 Framework of Competencies for Training in Paediatrics outlined by the accrediting body, Royal College of Paediatrics & Child Health (RCPCH). Programme overview PgCert: 1224 months part-time PgDip: 12 months full-time This programme is a mix of online and face-toface teaching in a 50:50 ratio. Twenty 6-hour days of face-to-face teaching are supplemented by a similar amount of online lectures, formative exercises and compulsory reading. This allows a collegiate atmosphere to develop with less disruption to clinical experience. This certificate course is expected to take a total of 600 notional hours to complete. The content is split into five compulsory sections: Public health, mental health and child protection; Growth, nutrition, metabolic, gastroenterology, diabetes and endocrine; Development, neurology and senses; Respiratory and cardiovascular; Infectious disease, immunology,

Clinical Nutrition
This Masters programme provides health professionals with specialist knowledge and training in clinical nutrition and is designed for doctors, nurses and pharmacists. Programme overview MSc (Med Sci): 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will be taught through lectures, seminars and tutorials and you will have the opportunity to take part in lab and project work. The core components of the MSc in Clinical Nutrition programme are: Food and nutrient requirements and nutrition through the lifecycle; Digestion and absorption and nutritional metabolism; Dietary and nutritional assessment; Public health nutrition and eating behaviour; Clinical nutrition specialisation; Clinical case studies dissertation. Entry requirements: You must be a clinical health professional and therefore have a degree in medicine, nursing or pharmacy from an institution recognised by the University Court. If you apply for Clinical Nutrition but are ineligible you will be considered for Human Nutrition with specialisation in Clinical Nutrition (please see page 108 for Human Nutrition information). You are required to provide two references, a full degree transcript and a personal statement with your application.

Cardiovascular Practice
This novel multi-professional Masters in Cardiovascular Practice is offered collaboratively from a consortium of three universities Glasgow, Coventry and Glasgow Caledonian and is supported by the British Heart Foundation. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time If you are registering to complete the MSc at the University of Glasgow you must successfully complete the following: Core courses: Research methods and statistics; Research dissertation; One generic course from a list of seven available.

Clinical Physics
This Masters programme in Clinical Physics provides a thorough grounding in theoretical and practical aspects of clinical physics, giving you the opportunity to follow a successful career in the field, either in the UK or overseas (with reciprocity agreements covering EU member states). Programme overview MSc (Med Sci): 24 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials, undertake a portfolio of practical work, and take part in project work and a research project. Core courses: Radiation physics; Anatomy and physiology; Clinical trials; Statistics and

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experimental techniques; Medical imaging physics; Professional software development; Scientific management; Medical imaging clinical; Radiotherapy; Clinical measurement; Professional practice placements; Research dissertation. Entry requirements: You should hold at least a 2.1 Honours degree in physics or a physical science (eg applied physics or electronic engineering) from an institution recognised by the University and wish to enter the medical physics profession. You are required to provide two references and a full degree transcript with your application. International applicants are advised to apply for the Clinical Radiation Physics programme, as overseas students would not normally be eligible for membership of the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine. You will be taught through lectures, seminars and tutorials as well as taking part in practicals, including hands-on experience of using advanced analytical programs. Courses: Evidence-based medicine and research: which teaches core skills in critical review, communications, medical ethics, statistics and data handling, research methods and the principles of evidenced-based medicine, good clinical practice and clinical governance. Subspecialty: Critical care and medical informatics, which aims to consolidate clinical and basic science knowledge within the area of critical care medicine by way of tutorials, observation and discussion during ward rounds. The observation in clinical areas will enable you to gain a deeper understanding of the type and amount of data that is routinely recorded in the critical care environment. Teaching in medical informatics by clinical physicists will help you to understand the best way to collect, store and utilise different types of data to derive maximum benefit. It will also allow you to critically appraise the advantages and disadvantages of various approaches to analysing data and to appreciate the medico-legal and ethical issues involved in utilising medical data. Dissertation project: the research project or audit is a means of getting you to engage, in detail, with one topic or issue relevant to critical care medicine. Entry requirements: This programme is only open to medical graduates. You are expected to have at least three years postgraduate and at least six months experience of critical care medicine and possess basic computing skills. Ideally students would possess a postgraduate qualification such as the FRCA, MRCP , MRCS, MCEM or equivalent. Awarding institutions must be recognised by the University Court. presentations, evaluation) both stimulate your development of versatile skills and provide comprehensive references for your prospective employers. You will take three core courses: Evidence-based medicine and research: This course provides core skills in critical review, communications, medical ethics, statistics and data handling, research methods and the principles of evidence-based medicine, good clinical practice and clinical governance to equip you for your own medical practice and to prepare you for the following specialist courses. The principles of health professions education: This course will provide you with a critical understanding of knowledge of the evidence in the literature about teaching, learning, assessment, curriculum design, development and implementation with respect to healthprofessions education. You will develop skills in analysis and reflective practice in that the evidence in the literature will be considered in the context of your own professional situation. You will be introduced to models and examples of health-professions education in institutions, with a view to recognising, analysing and describing the educational principles that they serve, with respect to teaching, learning, assessment and curriculum matters. Evidence-based medicine and education dissertation: You will carry out a project that will be evaluated with a dissertation. This dissertation will either be on a medical, scientific or education topic. It may involve an experimental or audit study and will be full-time from May. The project is a means of getting you to engage in detail with a topic or issue relevant to your specialist medical science or education, to carry out an investigation into that topic or issue and to present an extended critical and evidencebased written argument including discussion of relevance to medical science. Entry requirements: You should have a medical degree and at least two years postgraduate experience in medicine.

Clinical Radiation Physics

This Masters programme in Clinical Radiation Physics is aimed at international students and provides a thorough grounding in theoretical and practical aspects of clinical radiation physics, giving you the opportunity to follow a successful career in the field. Programme overview MSc (Med Sci): 12 months full-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials, undertake a portfolio of practical work, and take part in project work and a research project. Core courses: Radiation physics; Anatomy and physiology; Clinical trials; Statistics and experimental techniques; Medical imaging physics; Scientific management; Medical imaging clinical; Radiotherapy; Extended professional practice placements; Clinical measurement; Professional practice placements; Research dissertation. Entry requirements: You should have at least a 2.1 Honours degree in physics or a physical science (eg applied physics or electronic engineering) from an institution recognised by the University and wish to pursue a career in medical physics. You are required to provide two references and a full degree transcript with your application. UK applicants are advised to apply for the Clinical Physics programme.

Evidence Based Medicine & Education

Evidence-based medicine governs clinical practice in much of the world and it is important that all doctors and medical students understand the principles underlying it. However, there is not always sufficient opportunity within undergraduate courses for individuals to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to allow them to teach others. If you are an international postgraduate student this Masters programme will improve your knowledge and ability to teach basic medical science in English to medical students within your home medical school. Programme overview MSc (Clin Sci): 12 months full-time The use of a variety of teaching and learning methods (traditional, supervised work, independent learning and problem-based learning in teams) and the use of a variety of assessment modes (examination, written work,

Forensic Toxicology
This Masters programme will provide you with a strong foundation in the full range of skills required by a forensic toxicologist. It is of particular interest if you are keen to pursue or further a career in the field of forensic toxicology, including laboratory managers, court-reporting scientists and academics. Programme overview MSc (MedSci): 12 months full-time Courses: Principles of forensic toxicology; Laboratory techniques in forensic toxicology; Advanced instrumentation; Case review and interpretation; Research and laboratory management; Project.

Critical Care Medicine

This Masters programme uses medical informatics on routinely collected clinical data to study very large datasets and develop and analyse research questions. The relationship between critical care physicians and computer scientists makes this programme unique. Programme overview MSc (Clin Sci): 12 months full-time

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Entry requirements: You should have an Honours degree in chemistry, biochemistry, forensic science or other suitable chemical science. Applicants with appropriate skills and experience in the field of forensic toxicology will also be considered. You are required to provide two references and full degree transcript plus a personal statement indicating why you wish to study this programme at the University of Glasgow. Entry requirements: You must have a relevant professional degree, a first degree or equivalent and two years experience post-qualification. You are required to provide two references and a full degree transcript with your application.

Human Nutrition
Nutritional science is a subject of growing importance in many aspects of healthcare, lifestyle and industry. This Masters programme offers you the option to study one of four specialisations: public health nutrition, clinical nutrition, obesity and weight management or sports and exercise nutrition. Programme overview MSc (Med Sci): 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time The core teaching provides an excellent grounding in nutrition given in the form of lectures, practical sessions, debates, teamwork tasks, self-directed learning, seminars and tutorials. Much of the core teaching takes place two days per week; however, this is an intensive full-time programme and you will be expected to engage with self-directed learning on the other days of the week. Core courses: Food and nutrient requirements and nutrition through the lifecycle; Digestion, absorption and nutritional metabolism; Dietary and nutritional assessment; Public health and eating behaviour. Specialisation courses, one from the following: Public health nutrition; Clinical nutrition; Obesity and weight management; Sports and exercise nutrition. You will also undertake a research project in the summer semester based on your specialisation area. Entry requirements: An Honours degree in a suitable science subject, or an ordinary degree in a highly relevant subject such as nutrition or dietetics from an institution recognised by the University Court. You are required to provide two references, a full degree transcript and a personal statement with your application.

Health-Professions Education
These Doctoral and Masters programmes are appropriate for healthcare professionals who teach, assess, manage or administer undergraduate or postgraduate students and wish to extend their evidence-based knowledge and practice. The programme is for healthcare professionals who have an interest in medical, clinical or dental education. Programme overview DHPE: four years full-time; up to six years parttime; MSc (MedSci): 12 months full-time; 36 months part-time (local and distance learning) The programme is made up of the following courses: Principles of health-professions education; Research, management and the individual; Dissertation (10,00015,000 words); Thesis (50,000 words). Entry requirements: You should be a healthcare professional with a degree in a healthcare discipline and should have access to a health professions teaching environment. You are required to provide two references and a full degree transcript with your application.

Health Care
This Masters in Health Care is designed for the growing number of graduate nurses wishing to work in clinical leadership or extended roles in clinical practice as nurse practitioners or consultant nurses. Programme overview MSc (Med Sci): 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time; PgCert: 5 months full-time; 10 months part-time This programme is made up of three components: a core course, taught over a 20-week teaching period from September to February; optional courses taught in three tenweek blocks; and a dissertation. Core course: Research methods and statistics: this consolidates and extends your knowledge of research methods and provides you with sufficient information to write a research proposal. This course is a prerequisite for the research-based dissertation or work-based audit and service evaluation. Optional courses: Undertaking the following 20-credit courses optional courses can lead to a named award in: Cancer care; Palliative care; Cardiac care; Critical care; Stroke care; Lymphoedema; Health care chaplaincy. Cancer/palliative care: Assessing and managing symptoms; Advanced communication skills. Cancer care: Scientific basis of cancer. Cardiac care: Managing cardiovascular risk; Managing cardiac care; Principles of acute cardiac management. Critical care: Contemporary issues & systematic approaches; Developing clinical practice. Stroke care: Clinical issues in stroke care. Lymphoedema options: Managing complex lymphoedema; Lymphoedema: specialist practitioner. Healthcare chaplaincy: Providing spiritual and religious care in health care; Professional practice in spiritual and religious care in health care. Generic options: Advanced health care practice; Education for professional practice; Ethics for professional practice; Management for change in health care.

Healthcare Chaplaincy
This programme is the culmination of work to develop healthcare chaplaincy as a profession. It is available to all healthcare chaplains and graduates considering healthcare chaplaincy as a profession. Programme overview PgCert: 12 months part-time The programme is designed as a part-time programme of study days and distance learning to enable working chaplains to study and gain a professional qualification. Core courses: Providing spiritual and religious care in healthcare; Professional practice in spiritual and religious care; Advanced healthcare practice. Entry requirements: The programme is available to all healthcare chaplains and graduates considering healthcare chaplaincy as a profession and becoming UK Board Registered Chaplains. You should be working in post as a chaplain or have arranged a chaplaincy placement for the duration of the programme. You are required to provide two references and a full degree transcript with your application.

Medical Genetics
This Masters programme, established in 1984, is delivered by dedicated teaching and clinical staff of the University as well as by clinicians and clinical scientists of the NHS (hospitalbased) West of Scotland Regional Genetics Service. It is designed to give you a working knowledge of the principles and practice of medical genetics, allowing you to evaluate, choose and interpret appropriate genetic investigations for individuals, families and populations with genetic disease. Programme overview MSc (Med Sci): 12 months full-time; (24 months part-time by special arrangement) Teaching and learning methods: A variety of methods are used, including problem-based

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learning, case-based learning, lectures, tutorials and laboratories. These are supplemented by a wide range of course-specific electronic resources for additional learning and selfassessment. As a result, you will develop a wide range of skills relevant to careers in research, diagnostics or clinical genetics; these skills include teamworking, data interpretation and experimental design. You will utilise the primary scientific literature as an information resource, although textbooks such as our own Essential Medical Genetics will also be useful. Courses: Molecular genetics; Cytogenetics; Biochemical genetics; Clinical skills; Case investigations; Integrated case studies; Research skills. You will also carry out an independent piece of research on a relevant topic, either a laboratorybased or library/clinical data-based investigation and write this up as a dissertation. Entry requirements: You should have a degree in medicine or dentistry or equivalent qualification, or a degree with Honours or equivalent in a biological science. You are required to provide two references and a full degree transcript with your application.

Paediatric Science
This Masters is the only programme of its kind in the UK. It is aimed specifically at clinicians tasked with developing new services within their chosen subspecialty. The programme provides a unique exposure to international standard tertiary paediatric subspecialties including respiratory medicine, paediatric rheumatology, paediatric surgery (day surgery), paediatric gastroenterology and endocrinology. Programme overview MSc (ClinSci): 12 months full-time There are three components to the programme. Core course: Evidence-based medicine and research, which provides core skills in critical review, communications, medical ethics, statistics and data handling, research methods and the principles of evidence-based medicine, good clinical practice and clinical governance in order to equip you for your own medical practice and to prepare you for specialist courses. It will provide knowledge important in performing and understanding research. Subspecialty: Paediatric science and audit, which provides you with a rigorous scientific basis for evidence-based practice in a child health specialism outside the UK in order to prepare you to lead and develop services on return to your country of origin. Paediatric project and research: The research project and in-depth review are a means of getting you to engage in detail with one topic or issue relevant to your specialist medical subject, and then to carry out original research into that topic or issue, and to present an extended written argument. It requires you to draw on your knowledge of key concepts and theories gained from other parts of the programme, together with your in-depth knowledge of research methods and analytical techniques in order to present a coherent Masters-level project. Where appropriate, the research project may be an evidence-based service and business plan for your subspecialty in your home country. Entry requirements: You should have a medical or other recognised health professional degree and at least three years relevant experience in your health profession. You are required to provide two references, a full degree transcript and transcript key, a CV or rsum and a brief statement of which specialism you prefer to study. Options include gastroenterology, PICU, neonatal, respiratory medicine, rheumatology, paediatric oncology, paediatric surgery, endocrinology, paediatric pharmacy. This is to ensure we have clinical staff to supervise your individual study.

Molecular Medicine
This Masters programme in Molecular Medicine offers you the opportunity to work alongside some of the foremost cancer researchers in state-of-the-art research laboratories. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time You will take six compulsory courses, two of which are 20-week research placements. The programme begins with a three-week course: an introduction to molecular research, which incorporates an intensive laboratory-based component and introduces you to bench research prior to starting your placements in the research labs. Core courses: Introduction to molecular research; Research placement 1 and 2; Tutorial series 1 and 2; Research proposal. Entry requirements: You should have a 2.1 Honours degree in molecular biology or a related biomedical science; or a degree in medicine. Alternative qualifications will be considered on individual merit. In all cases, your first degree must have sufficient background in molecular biology, and you must have sufficient practical laboratory experience. You are required to provide two references and full degree transcript plus a personal statement indicating why you wish to study this programme at the University of Glasgow.

For me, taking part in the Molecular Medicine MRes programme was an invaluable experience. I was interested in a career in scientific research but unsure if a PhD was for me. I was also lacking confidence in my practical abilities in the lab. However, almost immediately after starting this programme I felt myself becoming increasingly confident in both the lab environment and my own practical ability. The opportunity to complete two projects in different labs is, in my opinion, one of the greatest strengths of this programme as it allows students to gain experience of another working environment and many more experimental techniques than would be possible in a singleproject Masters. Carolyn Low, MRes Molecular Medicine

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This Masters in Reproductive & Maternal Sciences is designed primarily to meet the needs of international medical graduates requiring training in reproductive science. Programme overview MSc (ClinSci): 12 months full-time You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars and tutorials as well as taking part in lab and project work. You will also have the opportunity to observe clinical sessions. The programme has three components. Evidence-based medicine and research: this course provides core skills in critical review, communications, medical ethics, statistics and data handling, research methods and the principles of evidence-based medicine, good clinical practice and clinical governance to equip you for your own medical practice and to prepare you for the following specialist courses. Reproductive science (specialist teaching): you will learn to understand the science underpinning obstetrics and gynaecology and to use this knowledge to improve your ability to investigate and manage patients appropriately. Reproductive science (research project/audit): the research project or audit is a means of encouraging you to engage in detail with one topic or issue relevant to your specialist medical subject, to carry out an investigation into that topic or issue and to present an extended written argument. It requires you to draw on your knowledge of key concepts and theories gained from other parts of the programme, together with your knowledge of research methods and analytical techniques, in order to present a coherent, Masters-level dissertation. Entry requirements: This programme is designed primarily to meet the needs of international medical graduates requiring training in reproductive science. You should have an undergraduate medical degree from a recognised institution plus at least one years postgraduate experience in obstetrics and gynaecology. You are required to provide two references, a full degree transcript, a CV (rsum) and a structured personal statement stating why you wish to study this programme at the University of Glasgow, any relevant work experience and your career aspirations on completion of the programme.

Sports Nutrition
This programme, one of only a few short programmes offered in sports nutrition, will extend your knowledge and skills in sports nutrition, basic sports science or nutritional and dietary assessment. Programme overview PgCert: 4 months full-time (mid-January to midMay); or part-time equivalent Core course: Sports and exercise nutrition. Optional courses (one chosen): Introduction to sports and exercise science for nutritionists; Dietary and nutritional assessment. Entry requirements: You must have an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in nutrition, dietetics or related subject with a substantial component in nutrition from an institution recognised by the University Court. You are required to provide two references, a full degree transcript and a personal statement with your application.

Dentistry: taught programmes Endodontics

This Masters programme is designed for dental graduates who wish to develop clinical skills in endodontics. Programme overview MSc (DentSci): 24 months full-time You will attend lectures and seminars and take part in tutorials and pre-clinical skills sessions, as well as undertaking clinical sessions under direct clinical supervision. You will take a core course consisting of basic sciences, health sciences and research sciences, and a number of clinical courses dedicated to didactic teaching, reflective learning, clinical procedures and hands-on training in endodontics. Clinical courses Year 1: Course 1: Biology of endodontic diseases; Course 2: Principles and practice of root canal treatment; Course 3: Interdisciplinary endodontics Year 2: Course 4: Endodontic management of RCT problems and failure; Course 5: Endodontics within the population and options for tooth replacement; Research course. You will be encouraged to carry out a concise research project using existing facilities alongside our research themes. Entry requirements: You should have a universally recognised dental qualification with two years post-qualifying, relevant experience. You must supply: Referees report [2]; Degree transcripts; Certificate of Dental Registration; English Language Certificate; Curriculum Vitae; Funding confirmation; Personal statement.

Surgical Oncology
Surgical oncology is a recognised specialty in surgery in the UK. This Masters programme, unique in the UK, supplements the standard medical curriculum and basic surgical training and provides an attractive and exciting learning opportunity for overseas medical graduates. Programme overview MSc (ClinSci): 12 months full-time Core course: Evidence-based medicine and research. Specialist course: Surgical oncology, which will develop your in-depth knowledge of the molecular mechanisms underlying cancer development, progression and treatment; develop your in-depth knowledge of the surgical oncology literature relevant to current clinical practice; and develop your clinical skills with respect to critical assessment and treatment planning in surgical oncology. Project/dissertation: You will engage in detail with one topic or issue relevant to your specialist medical subject, to carry out an investigation into that topic and to present an extended written argument. You will be required to draw on your knowledge of key concepts and theories gained from other parts of the programme, together with your knowledge of research methods and analytical techniques, in order to present a coherent, Masters-level dissertation. Entry requirements: You should have a degree in medicine and approximately three years clinical experience. You are required to provide two references, a full degree transcript, a CV (rsum) and a personal statement stating why you wish to study this programme at the University of Glasgow.

Fixed & Removable Prosthodontics

This Masters programme is designed for dental graduates who wish to develop clinical skills in fixed and removable prosthodontics. Programme overview MSc (Dent Sci): 24 months full-time You will attend lectures and seminars and take part in tutorials and laboratory sessions, as well as undertaking clinical sessions with direct clinical supervision. You will take a core course consisting of basic sciences, health sciences and research sciences, and a number of clinical courses dedicated to didactic teaching, reflective learning, clinical procedures and hands-on training in prosthodontics. Clinical courses: Removable prosthodontics: Preventive mechanisms in prosthodontics; Management of the partially dentate patient; Management of the edentulous patient.

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Fixed prosthodontics: Intracoronal restorations; Indirect restorations to restore/replace teeth. Research course: You will be encouraged to carry out a concise research project using existing facilities alongside our research themes. Entry requirements: You should have a universally recognised dental qualification. All courses are compulsory. Year one: Core course; Basic orthodontic science; Aetiology of malocclusion; Orthodontic assessment. Year two: Classification of malocclusion; Orthodontic technique; Risks of orthodontic treatment. Year three: Multidisciplinary care; Research practice. Entry requirements: You should have a universally recognised dental qualification with two years postgraduation (clinical) experience. It is desirable for international students to have obtained MFDS from one of the Royal Colleges.

Veterinary Medicine: taught programme Veterinary Public Health

This is the only Masters in Veterinary Public Health in Scotland. Programme overview MVPH: 12 months full-time; 24 or 36 months part-time You will be taught through lectures, seminars and tutorials. Project work and team work will be enhanced by UK study trips. The programme comprises six courses and a final dissertation. Each course consists of a oneweek intensive residential component designed to familiarise you with your tutors, subject matter and peers, followed by directed reading and assessed assignments. Taught modules are offered in three blocks of two courses. This means you are only required to be resident in Glasgow for three two-week periods during the programme. The remainder of each course is completed by web-supported distance education. All courses and assignment work are taught and assessed by members of the School of Veterinary Medicine, Health Protection Scotland and City of Glasgow College. Courses: Global veterinary medicine; Zoonoses and infectious disease; Veterinary epidemiology: quantitative methods; Hygienic production of food (I); Hygienic production of food (II); Veterinary epidemiology: methods in surveillance and filed investigation. Entry requirements: Applications are encouraged from all those with an interest in any aspect of veterinary public health or in industries related to foods of animal origin. You should have an undergraduate degree or equivalent. Occasionally, a Higher National Diploma (or equivalent) with significant experience in a relevant industry that is recognised by the University Court as equivalent to a degree, may be accepted.

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

This Masters programme is designed for dental graduates who wish to develop clinical and research skills in oral and maxillofacial surgery. It will provide you with a qualification which will enable you to extend your clinical diagnostic and treatment skills to a higher level. It will also provide you with a solid grounding in research methodologies. Programme overview MSc (Dent Sci): 24 months full-time You will take a core course consisting of basic sciences, health sciences and research sciences. The clinical component is dedicated to didactic teaching, reflective learning, clinical procedures and hands-on training in oral surgery. Clinical courses: Dentoalveolar surgery; Oro-facial infections; Oral pathology; Local anaesthesia, general anaesthesia, sedation; Maxillofacial trauma; Dentofacial deformities; Cleft and craniofacial deformities; Temporomandibular disorders; Head and neck surgery; Oral medicine. Research component: You will be encouraged to carry out a concise research project using existing facilities alongside our well-established research themes. Entry requirements: Applicants should have a universally recognised dental qualification and two years post-qualifying, relevant experience.

Primary Dental Care

This Masters programme is designed for dental graduates who are currently working in either the salaried primary care service or dental practice in the UK. Programme overview MSc (Dent Sci): 36 months part-time Year 1: Core course consisting of basic sciences, health sciences and research sciences. Year 2: Specialist course of choice Endodontics; Periodontics; Fixed prosthodontics; Removable prosthodontics; Orthodontics; Paediatric dentistry; Special care dentistry; Fixed/removable prosthodontics; Oral surgery; Sedation. Year 3: Research course Entry requirements: You must have an undergraduate degree in dentistry and be a dental practitioner practising in the UK/EU with three years post-qualification experience.

Orthodontics
This taught Doctorate provides training for graduates in orthodontics. It produces good clinicians but also good scientists, promoting high-quality clinical, academic and research standards within a supportive environment. Programme overview DClinDent: 36 months The programme is full-time (46 weeks per year) over three years. About half of the time is spent on clinical placement with the rest divided between academic coursework, research work and personal study.

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We encourage excellence in our staff and students who work to understand the world we live in, undertake research of global impact, and create new technologies for the 21st century. Our research makes a positive difference to society and will inform future academic endeavour and innovation. www.glasgow.ac.uk/scienceengineering

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Graduate School

Excellent research culture

Advancing your studies at Glasgow offers an unparalleled opportunity to work with world-leading academics who are responsible for key developments in scientific knowledge. Our commitment to our students means that you will be supported, nurtured and challenged and that whether you wish to engage in taught or research study you will be well placed to continue to a successful career.
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Research environment
Our postgraduate students are able to draw on the research strengths of our academics. With an annual research income exceeding 30 million, our college is home to more than 500 research staff and 600 PhD students. According to the most recent Research Assessment Exercise, four subject areas in the college are ranked in the UKs top ten computing science, electrical engineering, physics and psychology. We have expertise in the core disciplines of chemistry, computing science, engineering, geography and earth sciences, mathematics and statistics, physics and astronomy, and psychology. Our expertise in interdisciplinary areas includes research into digital economy, energy, healthcare technology, sensors and intelligent imaging, sustainable high value manufacturing, and underpinning capabilities.

Career development
We support your research skills and professional development through a range of training initiatives, resources and courses. For research students, our training programme offers the necessary skills to further your career, including courses such as scientific writing, presentational skills, project management, entrepreneurship and communicating science to the public. Professional bodies, such as the Chartered Institute for Information Technology (BCS), British Psychological Society (BPS), Royal Statistical Society (RSS) and London Mathematical Society (LMS), organise various events and courses, some of which are aimed at postgraduate students. You may also be able to take advantage of opportunities to network with potential future employers, or train to become a graduate teaching assistant.

of Chemistry School of Computing Science School of Engineering School of Geographical & Earth Sciences School of Mathematics & Statistics School of Physics & Astronomy School of Psychology

Research institute of Neuroscience & Psychology (joint with the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences) Contact Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4269 Email: scieng-gradschool@glasgow.ac.uk
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Learning environment
Our degree programmes allow you to develop your existing knowledge and skills base or translate these from a related discipline to one in science and engineering. As a student in our college, you will benefit from support for all aspects of your study experience from application, admission, registration and induction to training, progression and examination. We tailor our provision to your individual needs and will assign you an adviser of studies who will be available for consultation throughout your time at Glasgow.

Resources and facilities

As a postgraduate student in the college you will enjoy access to state-of-the-art software, as well as facilities including the following: James Watt Nanofabrication Centre Electronics Design Centre Centre for Rehabilitation Engineering Glasgow Molecular Organic Geochemistry Laboratory Imaging, Spectroscopy & Analysis Centre Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging Kelvin Nanocharacterisation Centre.

With over 30 years experience in the field, Glasgow has long been at the centre of developments in the nanosciences. The construction of the purpose-built James Watt Nanofabrication Centre means that Glasgow can now boast some world-leading research and production facilities in the heart of the city.

Funding and scholarships

We are able to support home/EU and international students through a diverse scholarship portfolio which includes the various research councils, bequests, international government and industrial partners. The availability of individual scholarships will depend on the subject you wish to study and when you wish to commence your studies. The University also supports its postgraduate community through internally funded scholarships in areas of strategic importance. Further information about current scholarships is available at www.glasgow.ac.uk/ scienceandengineering/graduateschool/ scholarshipsandsupport.

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Research programmes
We offer the following research degrees: PhD (Doctor of Philosophy): three to four years full-time or six years part-time study; EngD (Engineering Doctorate): four or five years full-time study with an emphasis on research in an industrial context; MSc (Master of Science) by Research: one or two years full-time or two or three years parttime study, depending on prior qualifications.

Taught programmes
We offer around 60 taught postgraduate programmes. These are listed by subject on the following pages.

How do I apply?
The online application is the quickest and easiest way of applying to Glasgow. The system allows you to fill out the standard application form online and submit this to the University immediately: www.glasgow.ac.uk/postgraduate/ howtoapplyforataughtdegree. You can also attach supporting documents including references, certificates and a transcript of previous studies. There are instructions throughout the online form to help you complete your application. You may save and return to your application as many times as you wish before submitting it. You may also access your application again to upload additional documents such as your language test or final transcript. Some programmes require additional information or documents. Please ensure you check prior to making your application.

How do I apply?
The online application is the quickest and easiest way of applying to Glasgow. The system allows you to fill out the standard application form online and submit this to the University immediately: www.glasgow.ac.uk/research/opportunities. You can also attach supporting documents including research proposal, references, certificates and a transcript of previous studies. There are instructions throughout the online form to help you complete your application. Before submitting, you may save and return to your application as many times as you wish within 42 days. You may also access your application again to upload additional documents such as your language test or final transcript.

I feel privileged by the resources and opportunities we have available to us; they afford us an environment where we can conduct extremely high-quality research.
Scott Love, PhD student

When do I apply?
International applications (non-EU): Friday, 19 July 2013 UK and EU applications: Friday, 23 August 2013

When do I apply?
Many research programmes begin in October each year and applications should be submitted before 31 July if possible, for study in October.

Entry requirements
Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject unless otherwise stated.

Entry requirements
Normally a 2.1 Honours degree (GPA 3.0 or above) (or Masters) in a relevant discipline. In special circumstances, other academic qualifications, or professional qualifications or experience, may be recognised as equivalent.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English language proficiency level (see page 3 for general details). Some programmes list specific requirements.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English language proficiency level (see page 3 for general details).

Glasgows greats Glasgow has a history of producing high achievers, including the founder of organic crystallography Monteath Robertson. Scan the QR code or see www.glasgow.ac.uk/ monteathrobertson for more information.

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Chemistry
The School of Chemistry has a long history of excellence in research, and offers a superb environment with world-leading research groups and facilities.
Contact Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4708 Email: pg-enquiries@chem.glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
The schools research covers all aspects of chemistry, as well as the interfaces with biology, materials science, medicine and physics. Our research contributes to solutions to the major challenges such as healthcare technologies, manufacturing of the future and providing energy in a changing world. We are experts at designing new catalysts for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries while using advanced molecular technologies to create self-fabricating materials. The latest laser technology is used to find novel ways of controlling matter and study materials used in energy storage while our researchers are hard at work creating new molecular devices to harvest the light of the sun, support the hydrogen economy, and protect our environment. In our labs, we dream up and synthesise new molecules that are used as programmable drugs and medical imaging labels while attempting to make life from inorganic matter. Our research groupings are: Catalysis and synthesis Chemical biology, molecular medicine, synthetic biology Complex chemical systems Dynamics and structure (physical chemistry) Nanoscience and materials chemistry.

Learning environment
We work in close collaboration with industry and other research organisations in the UK and abroad to provide a truly dynamic learning environment. Industrial scientists many from pharmaceutical companies give regular presentations. Leading companies input on course content and conduct lectures, teaching and seminars. You will have opportunities to meet people from the industry at the open events and site visits we arrange. We are a member of WestCHEM, which links the chemistry research schools of the Universities of Glasgow and Strathclyde to create a dynamic research and learning environment. The WestCHEM Graduate School has around 240 Chemistry PhD students. Around 100 of these are based at Glasgow, engaged in a wide range of chemistry research. WestCHEM is also part of ScotCHEM, a major new collaborative venture between the major schools of chemistry in Scottish universities. Through our collaboration with WestCHEM, ScotCHEM, and a range of outstanding international universities, we are able to attract the best students and postdoctoral researchers to work on internationally leading research and offer a lively, challenging and rewarding learning experience.

Career prospects
The schools research produces fundamental new scientific insights while contributing directly to the UK economy and producing excellent chemical scientists who find employment in industry and academia. Career opportunities include the chemical or pharmaceutical industry, from bench work and instrumentation to regulatory affairs, health and safety, and intellectual property/patents. Careers in research are available within a variety of sectors.

Resources and facilities

The school has state-of-the-art facilities on campus. Our complex chemical systems research laboratory is extremely well equipped with dedicated synthetic areas, a dual source X-ray diffractometer, IR/UV facilities, electrospray mass spectrometer, HPLC, SQUID, Powder X-ray, TGA, DSC, multinuclear NMR, CHN and FAAS analysis, optical microscope with micromanipulators, particle sizer, flow systems and equipment, electrochemical and electrocrystallisation kit as well as several Schlenk lines.

Funding and scholarships

For current vacancies and opportunities please email: pg-enquiries@chem.glasgow.ac.uk.

We are able to attract the best students and postdoctoral researchers to work on internationally leading research and offer a lively, challenging and rewarding learning experience.

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We offer a range of PhD studentships beginning in October each year. Project topics are all at the cutting edge of chemistry, many involving collaboration with industry and other research organisations in the UK and abroad.

Chemistry: taught programmes

Chemistry
The Masters in Chemistry will extend your depth and breadth of knowledge in all branches of chemistry, suitable for a professional chemist capable of conducting research. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will attend lectures and tutorials during two semesters. You will undertake a summer research project which will provide practical application and consolidation of earlier work and enhance your ability to do independent work and present results effectively. Core courses: Inorganic, organic and physical chemistry; Frontiers of chemistry; Chemistry problems. Special topics in inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Entry requirements: Normally at least a 2.1 Honours degree in chemistry (or equivalent).

Research interests
Inorganic chemistry The inorganic chemistry section is engaged in extensive research programmes in main group inorganic synthetic chemistry, selfassembly processes, heterogeneous catalysis, organometallic chemistry, solid-state and materials chemistry, inorganic-organic hybrid materials and molecular magnetism. Organic chemistry This section is focused on research in the following areas: New synthetic methodology development Chemical biology: synthesis of probe molecules and therapeutic agents Supramolecular chemistry and the synthesis of molecular devices Synthesis of bioactive natural products. Physical chemistry Research in this section covers a wide range of interests and the techniques used include magnetic resonance, laser spectroscopy, diffraction, electronic and vibrational spectroscopy, and computer-based calculation and modelling. We have strong, internationally competitive research programmes in the following areas: Solid-state NMR spectroscopy; Terahertz spectroscopy and ultrafast dynamics; Raman optical activity; Photochemistry; Heterogeneous catalysis; Biomineralisation; Protein structure and function; Surface spectroscopy and nanoscience; Computational and quantum chemistry. We offer supervision across most areas of chemistry. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at www.glasgow.ac.uk/schools/chemistry/staffacademic. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying.

Solving our energy crisis

An interdisciplinary team of biologists, chemists and engineers at the University is hoping that their groundbreaking research into ways of manufacturing clean energy directly from the sun will provide an alternative to fossil fuels. Chemistry Professor Lee Cronin, principal investigator on the project, explains: We are trying to replicate photosynthesis, so we can stop burning fossil fuels. What this means is we could use sunlight to generate carbonneutral solar fuels, you wouldnt need to mine oil, coal or gas, and we could create fuel on a timescale thats billions of times faster than the current process. The research into solar fuels hinges around how to quickly and efficiently oxidise water. Although the by-product is oxygen, this process produces the electrons that can be used, in conjunction with a carbon source like carbon dioxide, to produce a liquid fuel not dissimilar to the fuels we use today. This is a very ambitious goal, however, so one intermediate goal may be to split water into oxygen and hydrogen. Once done, oxygen and hydrogen can be stored in separate tanks, which act like batteries, before they are recombined in a reaction that releases energy and water as the only by-products. Developing the theory is one thing, but even trickier is the task of translating science into solution. This requires the skills and resources of experts from a range of specialist backgrounds working collaboratively this is what sets Glasgow apart from the rest. I think what makes Glasgow unique is that we have three or four groups, which Im coordinating through the Glasgow Solar Fuels project. We combine the work, not only of biologists and chemists, but also engineers, so we have the ability to take projects from conception to the finished device. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/leecronin

Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry

The Masters in Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry will extend your depth and breadth of knowledge in all branches of chemistry, but with some specialisation in medicinal chemistry, suitable for a professional medicinal chemist capable of conducting research. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will attend lectures and tutorials during two semesters. You will undertake a summer research project to provide practical application and consolidation of earlier work and enhance your ability to do independent work and present results effectively. Core courses: Inorganic, organic and physical chemistry; Medicinal chemistry; Frontiers of chemistry. Special topics in inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Entry requirements: Normally at least a 2.1 Honours degree in chemistry (or equivalent). For more information: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ postgraduate/taught.

Contact us
Professor Graeme Cooke, Head of the Chemistry Graduate School Email: pg-enquiries@chem.glasgow.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5500 www.glasgow.ac.uk/chemistry/postgraduate researchopportunities Applications for admission to the WestCHEM Graduate School in the School of Chemistry should be made via the College Graduate School website at www.glasgow.ac.uk/colleges/ scienceengineering/graduateschool.

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Computing Science
The 2008 Research Assessment Exercise rates the School of Computing Science as one of the top ten schools for research in the UK.
Contact Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4256 Email: info@dcs.glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
The school is one of the foremost in the UK and provides an invigorating and friendly working environment. It is large enough to sustain a rich diversity of interests, but small enough for everyone to know everyone else. Our ethos is that of a team working together to deliver highquality research and teaching. The school has 30 academic staff, 70 research students, 30 research assistants and six research fellows. It hosts 24 EPSRC-funded research projects, six EC-funded projects, seven industrially funded projects, and several research fellowships. Grants and fellowships currently total more than 6 million. Our vibrant research culture strongly encourages cross disciplinary collaboration with each research group running its own seminar series as well as contributing to a weekly research forum.

the practical aspects of your subjects related profession and the philosophical considerations of research in your particular field. We have strong links with industry and you will have opportunities to meet speakers from a range of businesses and organisations. Talks are held every week in the school by internal and invited speakers on a variety of subject areas. Events such as workshops and conferences are organised and held on campus. Employers also regularly visit to make recruitment presentations, and often seek to recruit our graduates. According to the International Student Barometer 2011 over 90% of our international students were satisfied with their learning experience within the School of Computing Science.

Career prospects
Our degree programmes provide breadth, depth and personal development to create skilled, confident and successful professionals who are well regarded in the world of work. On graduating, you will be qualified to take up key posts in industry and academia. Our graduates are highly employable and can look forward to rewarding careers designing and building the digital technologies that underpin the global economy and, indeed, every aspect of human activity from healthcare through music to making the natural environment sustainable. Career opportunities include responsible positions requiring computing science research skills, not only in the IT sector but also in many other sectors such as education, engineering, health services, financial services, government, manufacturing, retail and transport.

Learning environment
Computing science and software engineering are young and exciting disciplines which are rapidly evolving. They include, among other things, theoretical studies of algorithms, experimental investigations in areas ranging from human computer interaction to network performance, and practical engineering challenges in designing and implementing efficient, reliable software to meet specifications. Our postgraduate students benefit from joining a research-led environment, which offers the best possible support and supervision, as well as the chance to apply independent research skills and knowledge in project work. Practitioners and experts in the field are on hand to advise on

Resources and facilities

The school has a dedicated computing laboratory with 60 workstations running 64-bit Windows 7, printing facilities and breakout areas. Postgraduate research students each have a state-of-the-art PC workstation. Access can also be given to a range of powerful process servers for particularly computationally intensive research work. Other resources include backup and server-based storage facilities, printers, University email and Internet, and student support systems.

Funding and scholarships

We have a number of regular scholarships for home students and each year win additional scholarships for overseas students. The school is also a major partner in the Scottish Information & Computer Science Alliance (SICSA), which promotes collaborative research in computer science across Scotland. SICSA provides three prize scholarships for PhD students at Glasgow each year. See www.glasgow.ac.uk/computing/ postgraduate/scholarshipsandfees. Since 1957, when Glasgow became the first university in Scotland to have an electronic computer, the School of Computing Science has continued to build a reputation for the excellence of its research and its graduates.

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We offer two research degree programmes: the PhD and the MSc by Research.

Research interests
Computer vision and graphics 3D data extraction, modelling and imaging, data compression, rendering algorithms, 2D animation, distributed image processing, medical/biological image processing. Embedded, networked and distributed systems Next Generation Internet, network measurement, control and management, analytical modelling, network resilience, quality of service, networked multimedia, distributed algorithms, hardware acceleration, functional programming, wireless sensor networks, home networks. Formal analysis, theory and algorithms Model-checking, algorithms for matching problems, process algebras, modelling complex and reactive systems, programming language semantics, constraint programming, computational biology, quantum computation, theorem proving and deductive reasoning. Humancomputer interaction Accident analysis, design and evaluation of interfaces to mobile devices, multi-modal interaction, gesture recognition, sound in interfaces, applications of haptic and mobile technology, social and ubiquitous computing. Information retrieval Web search, large-scale IR systems, evaluation and usability, social media retrieval, multimedia retrieval, collaborative search and recommendation, adaptive search systems. Software engineering and information security Software tools and methods, computing and education, usable security and authentication, cryptography and steganography, digital forensics, dependable sociotechnical systems, programming languages, software engineering for space-based and safety-critical systems. Inference, dynamics and interaction Machine learning and modern inference techniques, dynamic systems, control theory, interaction design, systems biology, cognitive neuroscience, multimedia content analysis, social signal processing. We offer supervision across most areas of computing science. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at www.glasgow.ac.uk/schools/computing/staff. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying.

Making connections
Professor of Communications Systems Joe Sventek is exploring humancomputer interaction and intelligent router design to revolutionise the world of home networking. Over 300 million people worldwide have home broadband connections to the Internet. Many households use wired and wireless networking to allow multiple computers to share the broadband connection and to enable media sharing, gaming and other applications. However, current home networking technology remains largely user-unfriendly. Professor Sventek and his team are working on a prototype to tackle the issue: We wanted to redesign the home network so that it just comes out of the box and works, and empowers homeowners to control their networks in a way they understand. Were building a wireless router that contains all of the intelligence in our system; it is essentially logging every bit of traffic thats going through the system, but makes it available in a way thats really easy to access. If a customer wants to see, for example, how much traffic there was on the web or on iPlayer, we can do that kind of aggregation over periods of time. We can also provide real-time views of the top end-users of the home network, allowing the customer to assert control. So, for instance, if Junior is doing BitTorrent downloads when hes not supposed to, Dad can see that. The system includes a touch-screen display with three panels, which the homeowner can use to allocate IP address leases to devices in the home networks range. The middle panel indicates very limited network access based on a renewable, 30-second lease. An icon of a newly connected device remains here until the homeowner decides to drag it either to the right-hand panel, allowing a longer lease for trusted devices, or to the left-hand panel, where it is blocked permanently from accessing the network. Initial testing in several UK households has resulted in very positive feedback, and Professor Sventek is keen to involve PhD students in the next stages of the systems development. The team are already investigating options for one or more spinout companies to manufacture the product, third-party troubleshooting and support, and scaling the system for local networks in larger environments, such as schools and small and medium-sized enterprises. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/josephsventek

Contact us
Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5322 Email: helen@dcs.glasgow.ac.uk www.glasgow.ac.uk/computing/research/ postgraduate

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Computing Science: taught programmes

Computing Science (MRes)

The Masters in Computing Science provides you with a grounding in research methods, together with experience of developing a research proposal and conducting a research project, preparing you for research positions in universities and industrial laboratories. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 9 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab and project work. Core courses: Research methods and techniques; Research readings in computing science; Advanced research readings in computing science; Warm-up project; Research proposal; Research project. Optional courses (two courses chosen): Advanced networking and communications; Advanced operating systems; Algorithmics; Artificial intelligence; Computer architecture; Constraint programming; Digital image processing; Distributed algorithms and systems; Enterprise computing; Functional programming; Humancentred security; Humancomputer interaction; Information retrieval; IT architecture; Machine learning; Mobile humancomputer interaction; Modelling reactive systems; Multimedia systems and applications; Research readings in information security; Safety critical systems; Component-based software engineering; Security and cryptography. Entry requirements: A minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA 3.2/4 or equivalent) with computing as a major subject.

Benefits of international collaborations

Professor Rod Murray-Smith leads the Inference, Dynamics & Interaction Group, and is also a member of the HumanComputer Interaction Group, both based in the School of Computing Science. These groups work on improving mobility, multimodal interaction, visualisation and modelling of mobile devices. My research group contains six PhD students, says Professor Murray-Smith. Human computer interaction is a hot topic and there are a lot of people working on it around the world, but our style of doing things is slightly atypical because were combining machine learning, control theory and interactions. I tend to encourage my students to spend time in industry, or collaborating with external partners; for example, were working on the brain interaction computer project, which is a European project involving a lot of collaborators across the continent, and one of my students is spending four months at Google at the moment. Others have recently gone on internships to Nokia and to Microsoft, and were developing new types of PhDs with our industrial partners, which will be very beneficial for our students. The technology under development in Glasgow aims to improve the relationship between humans and their mobile devices, making them increasingly intuitive and adaptable to the individual user. The team have to think beyond what is already accepted practice for phone manufacturers, presenting them with novel and inventive engagement techniques. One example among the many that are under various stages of development in the school is Moodagent, a product of Syntonetic A/S in Denmark that has had significant involvement from researchers at Glasgow. The Moodagent software works by learning to recognise a relationship between the music stored on it and users emotional states. By telling the app what mood you are in, it selects appropriate styles of music to suit it. Other Glasgow technology has been licensed by Nokia for use in their products. Staying with the mood theme, Professor Murray-Smiths team is also currently working on a piece of intuitive technology which could let a phone read your emotional state simply from the way you interact with it. The way you use your phone can actually give a lot of information about how you feel: for example, when you are angry your voice might change pitch and so on, the professor explains. So Dr Alessandro Vinciarelli and our PhD student Anna Polychroniou are looking at how people answer their phone and how they move it, squeeze it and hold it when they are in certain moods. In theory we could actually make phones aware of how youre feeling. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/ roderickmurray-smith

Computing Science (MSc)

The Masters in Computing Science provides you with a thorough grounding in professional software development, together with experience of developing a project proposal and conducting a development project, preparing you for responsible positions in the IT industry. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 9 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses: Research methods and techniques; General readings in computing science; Professional skills and issues; Development project proposal; Development project; Component-based software engineering; Requirements engineering.

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Optional courses (six courses chosen): Advanced networking and communications; Advanced operating systems; Algorithmics; Artificial intelligence; Computer architecture; Constraint programming; Digital image processing; Distributed algorithms and systems; Functional programming; Human-centred security; Human computer interaction; Humancomputer interaction design and evaluation; Information retrieval; IT architecture; Internet technology; Machine learning; Mobile humancomputer interaction; Modelling reactive systems; Multimedia systems and applications; Research readings in information security; Safety critical systems; Enterprise computing; Software project management; Security and cryptography. Entry requirements: A minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA 3.2/4 or equivalent) with computing as a major subject.

Information Security (MSc)

The Masters in Information Security provides you with a thorough grounding in professional software development, together with experience of developing a project proposal and conducting a development project, preparing you for responsible positions in the IT industry. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 9 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses: Research methods and techniques; General readings in computing science; Professional skills and issues; Development project proposal; Development project; Security and cryptography; Component-based software engineering; Requirements engineering. Optional courses (five courses chosen): Advanced networking and communications; Advanced operating systems; Algorithmics; Artificial intelligence; Computer architecture; Constraint programming; Digital image processing; Distributed algorithms and systems; Functional programming; Human-centred security*; Human computer interaction; Humancomputer interaction design and evaluation; Information retrieval; IT architecture; Internet technology; Machine learning; Mobile humancomputer interaction; Modelling reactive systems; Multimedia systems and applications; Research readings in information security*; Safety critical systems *; Enterprise computing; Software project management. Your choice must include at least two of the courses marked *. Entry requirements: A minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA 3.2/4 or equivalent) with computing as a major subject.

Core courses: General readings in computing science; Professional skills and issues; Development project proposal; Development project; Component-based software engineering; Requirements engineering; Programming; Information systems and databases; Systems and networks. Optional courses (four courses chosen): Advanced programming; Algorithms and data structures; Digitisation; Document encoding; Internet technology; Multimedia systems; Security and cryptography; Software project management. Humancomputer interaction design and evaluation. Project: MSc students additionally undertake a substantial application project, based on a problem statement developed during the earlier project proposal course. Entry requirements: A degree in a subject other than computing science: either a cognate subject such as mathematics, physics or engineering (minimum 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent, eg GPA 3.0/4) or a degree in a non-cognate subject (minimum 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent, eg GPA 3.2/4).

Information Security (MRes)

The Masters in Information Security provides you with a thorough grounding in research methods, together with experience of developing a research proposal and conducting a research project, preparing you for research positions in universities and industrial laboratories. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 9 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab and project work. Core courses: Research methods and techniques; Research readings in computing science; Advanced research readings in computing science; Warm-up project; Research proposal; Research project; Security and cryptography. Optional courses (one course chosen): Advanced networking and communications; Advanced operating systems; Algorithmics; Artificial intelligence; Computer architecture; Constraint programming; Digital image processing; Distributed algorithms and systems; Enterprise computing; Functional programming; Humancentred security; Humancomputer interaction; Information retrieval; IT architecture; Machine learning; Mobile humancomputer interaction; Modelling reactive systems; Multimedia systems and applications; Research readings in information security; Safety critical systems; Component-based software engineering. Entry requirements: A minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA 3.2/4 or equivalent) with computing as a major subject.

Mobile Design & Engineering (MRes)

The Masters in Mobile Design & Engineering provides you with a thorough grounding in research methods, together with experience of developing a research proposal and conducting a research project preparing you for research positions in universities and industrial laboratories. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 9 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab and project work. Core courses: Research methods and techniques; Research readings in computing science; Advanced research readings in computing science; Warm-up project; Research proposal; Research project; Humancomputer interaction; Mobile humancomputer interaction. Entry requirements: A minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA 3.2/4 or equivalent) with computing as a major subject.

Information Technology (MSc)

The Masters in Information Technology is an intensive, practically oriented taught postgraduate programme which will equip you with advanced IT skills. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work.

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The Masters in Mobile Design & Engineering provides you with a thorough grounding in professional software development, together with experience of developing a project proposal and conducting a development project, preparing you for responsible positions in the IT industry. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 9 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses: Research methods and techniques; General readings in computing science; Professional skills and issues; Development project proposal; Development project; Humancomputer interaction; Mobile humancomputer interaction; Component-based software engineering; Requirements engineering. Optional courses (four courses chosen): Advanced networking and communications; Advanced operating systems; Algorithmics; Artificial intelligence; Computer architecture; Constraint programming; Digital image processing; Distributed algorithms and systems; Enterprise computing; Functional programming; Humancentred security; Humancomputer interaction design and evaluation; Information retrieval; IT architecture; Internet technology; Machine learning; Modelling reactive systems; Multimedia systems and applications; Research readings in information security; Safety critical systems; Security and cryptography; Software project management. Entry requirements: A minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA 3.2/4 or equivalent) with computing as a major subject. Optional courses (one course chosen): Advanced networking and communications; Advanced operating systems; Algorithmics; Artificial intelligence; Computer architecture; Constraint programming; Digital image processing; Distributed algorithms and systems; Enterprise computing; Functional programming; Humancentred security; Humancomputer interaction; IT architecture; Machine learning; Mobile human computer interaction; Modelling reactive systems; Multimedia systems and applications; Research readings in information security; Safety critical systems; Security and cryptography; Componentbased software engineering. Entry requirements: A minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA 3.2/4 or equivalent) with computing as a major subject.

Software Development (MSc)

The Masters in Software Development will give you an intensive grounding in computer programming, professional software development, and related professional skills and issues. You will apply your knowledge and skills by undertaking a demanding software development project. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses: General readings in computing science; Professional skills and issues; Development project proposal; Development project; Advanced programming; Algorithms and data structures; Component-based software engineering; Requirements engineering; Programming; Information systems and databases; Systems and networks. Optional courses (two courses chosen): Digitisation; Document encoding; Internet technology; Multimedia systems; Security and cryptography; Software project management; Humancomputer interaction design and evaluation. Entry requirements: A degree in a subject other than computing science: either a cognate subject such as mathematics, physics or engineering (minimum 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent, eg GPA 3.0/4) or a degree in a non-cognate subject (minimum 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent, eg GPA 3.2/4).

Search Engine Technologies (MSc)

The Masters in Search Engine Technologies provides you with a thorough grounding in professional software development, together with experience of developing a project proposal and conducting a development project preparing you for responsible positions in the IT industry. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 9 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses: Research methods and techniques; General readings in computing science; Professional skills and issues; Development project proposal; Development project; Information retrieval; Component-based software engineering; Requirements engineering. Optional courses (five courses chosen): Advanced networking and communications; Advanced operating systems; Algorithmics; Artificial intelligence; Computer architecture; Constraint programming; Digital image processing; Distributed algorithms and systems*; Enterprise computing; Functional programming; Humancentred security; Humancomputer interaction; Humancomputer interaction design and evaluation; IT architecture; Internet technology; Machine learning*; Mobile humancomputer interaction; Modelling reactive systems; Multimedia systems and applications*; Research readings in information security; Safety critical systems; Security and cryptography; Software project management. Your choice must include at least two of the courses marked *. Entry requirements: A minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA 3.2/4 or equivalent) with computing as a major subject.

Software Engineering (MRes)

The Masters in Software Engineering provides you with a thorough grounding in research methods, together with experience of developing a research proposal and conducting a research project, preparing you for research positions in universities and industrial laboratories. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 9 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses: Research methods and techniques; Research readings in computing science; Advanced research readings in computing science; Warm-up project; Research proposal; Research project; Component-based software engineering. Optional courses: (one course chosen): Advanced networking and communications; Advanced operating systems; Algorithmics; Artificial intelligence; Computer architecture; Constraint programming; Digital image processing;

Search Engine Technologies (MRes)

The Masters in Search Engine Technologies provides you with a thorough grounding in research methods, together with experience of developing a research proposal and conducting a research project, preparing you for research positions in universities and industrial laboratories. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 9 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab and project work. Core courses: Research methods and techniques; Research readings in computing science; Advanced research readings in computing science; Warm-up project; Research proposal; Research project; Information retrieval.

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Distributed algorithms and systems; Enterprise computing; Functional programming; Humancentred security; Humancomputer interaction; Information retrieval; IT architecture; Machine learning; Mobile humancomputer interaction; Modelling reactive systems; Multimedia systems and applications; Research readings in information security; Safety critical systems; Security and cryptography. Entry requirements: A minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA 3.2/4 or equivalent) with computing as a major subject.

Software Engineering (MSc)

The Masters in Software Engineering provides you with a thorough grounding in professional software development, together with experience of developing a project proposal and conducting a development project: preparing you for responsible positions in the IT industry. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 9 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses: Research methods and techniques; General readings in computing science; Professional skills and issues; Development project proposal; Development project; Enterprise computing; Component-based software engineering; Requirements engineering. Optional courses: (five courses chosen): Advanced networking and communications; Advanced operating systems; Algorithmics; Artificial intelligence; Computer architecture; Constraint programming; Digital image processing; Distributed algorithms and systems; Functional programming; Human-centred security; Human computer interaction; Humancomputer interaction design and evaluation; Information retrieval; IT architecture*; Internet technology; Machine learning; Mobile humancomputer interaction; Modelling reactive systems; Multimedia systems and applications; Research readings in information security; Safety critical systems*; Security and cryptography; Software project management*. Your choice must include at least two of the courses marked *. Entry requirements: A minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA 3.2/4 or equivalent) with computing as a major subject.

Doing the maths to find a match

Computing Scientist Dr David Manlove has been collaborating with NHS Blood & Transplant since 2008 on their kidney exchange matching scheme. The scheme has resulted in a total of 142 transplants so far that might not otherwise have gone ahead. Dr Manloves role has been to design an algorithm that can search out options for so-called kidney exchanges from anonymous patient data across all of the UK. In a kidney exchange, a patient with a willing but incompatible donor can swap their donor with that of another patient who is in a similar position. Currently in the UK, such exchanges involve either two or three donorrecipient pairs. Until 2006, organ transplants from living donors were only possible where there was a genetic or emotional relationship between the patient and the donor. This changed when the Human Tissue Act came into force. Now, as long as there is no financial inducement and the potential donor passes a thorough assessment, strangers can donate to someone in need. In the 12 months from April 2011, 36% of all kidney transplants were achieved through live donations, explains Dr Manlove. But what can complicate living kidney donation is a blood-type incompatibility, or a tissue-type incompatibility. These can cause a patients body to reject a kidney. There is also a major shortage of donors there are more than 6,600 patients on the kidney transplant list, and the average waiting time for a kidney is about three years for adults and ten months for children. At the moment, the algorithm produces results within one second. However, the challenge for Dr Manlove and his colleagues is to ensure that they can anticipate the future needs of the matching scheme. This includes improving the algorithm so that the running time remains fast even as the input grows larger. We are dealing with a computational problem that is inherently difficult technically, Dr Manlove says. Its called an NP hard problem. What that means is that no efficient algorithm exists to solve the problem. It is important to avoid the possibility of a combinatorial explosion, where just a small increase in the size of the data being fed into the algorithm could cause the running time to rocket to many hours or even days. Recently, one of Dr Manloves colleagues at the University Dr Gregg OMalley has been working on a major redesign of the algorithm in order to deliver a stand-alone software product that NHS Blood & Transplant can use in-house. Expanding on this research, Dr Manlove hopes to continue working to adapt the algorithms to assist with the output of statistical data that could help inform decisions on whether the best course of action for a particular patient would be to participate in kidney exchange, or to opt for desensitisation treatment instead, which would enable them to accept a donation even where there is some level of incompatibility. Even beyond the medical sphere there are commodities that can be exchanged, concludes Dr Manlove. Local government housing in China can be exchanged using matching schemes, for example. Previously, residence exchange fairs have attracted up to 80,000 people. At one fair in Beijing in 1991, nine families formed a chain and exchanged houses. So I expect that in the future, with more people engaging with forms of electronic communication and more processes being centralised, we will only see an increase in the need for matching schemes of this type. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/davidmanlove

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Engineering
We have been delivering world-class engineering education and research for more than 150 years and are the oldest School of Engineering in the UK.
Contact Tel: +44 (0)141 330 2032 Email: enquiries@eng.glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
The School of Engineering has a research income of 12 million each year, providing unique facilities that support over 200 staff and research students. In the most recent independent review of research quality (RAE 2008), electrical and electronic engineering at Glasgow was rated in the UKs top ten. The school provides a superb research environment with world-leading research groups and facilities. Our work covers a broad range of engineering subjects, as well as the interfaces with biology, chemistry, computer science, medicine and physics. Working at the cutting edge of technology, our research supports industrial innovation, helps preserve the environment and assists in the advancement of medical and biological science. Our research is organised into the following research divisions: Aerospace sciences Biomedical engineering Infrastructure and environment Electronics and nanoscale engineering Systems, power and energy. The school is an active partner in the Glasgow Research Partnership in Engineering (GRPE), which is a major programme of investment in collaborative research involving the Scottish Funding Council and the four universities in the West of Scotland.

By continuing to invest in internationally excellent research and by providing an outstanding learning environment for talented students from all backgrounds, our aim is to retain our status as one of the select number of institutions which are regarded as being the best in the world. As part of GRPE, inter-institutional research is being promoted by our joint graduate school. Postgraduate students and research staff benefit from access to leading researchers across a full range of disciplines, combined with the opportunity to use equipment and infrastructure in a more efficient and productive manner. This promotes the interdisciplinary and inter-institutional culture that is vital for a vibrant research environment. Our postgraduate students benefit from the schools impressive links with industry. Over 250 international companies have undertaken commercial or collaborative work with the James Watt Nanofabrication Centre in the last five years and over 90 different universities from around the globe presently have collaborations with Glasgow in nanoscience and nanotechnology. We are also a preferred course provider for BAE Systems, one of only three in the UK.

Career prospects
Exciting job opportunities are available to our postgraduate students in Scotland, the UK and beyond after graduation. There is a strong demand for graduates in all fields of engineering, and careers options include renewable energy, automotive electronics, engineering design, software development, civil and environmental engineering consultation, aerospace systems, desalination technology and thermal science, structural engineering, and more.

Resources and facilities

Postgraduate students enjoy access to our outstanding facilities, which include wind tunnels, a flight simulation lab, a flight-testing lab, structural testing apparatus and computer labs for modelling and simulation. Also, you will enjoy access to the James Watt Nanofabrication Centre (JWNC) cleanrooms and the Kelvin Nanocharacterisation Centre. The JWNC holds a number of world records in nanofabrication including records for the performance of nanoscale electronic and optoelectronic devices.

Funding and scholarships

We provide a limited number of scholarships to support outstanding candidates from around the world to undertake PhD studies within the school. These awards fund tuition fees and a stipend at research council rates. For more information see www.glasgow.ac.uk/scienceandengineering/ graduateschool/scholarshipsandsupport. Professor of Biomedical Engineering Jon Cooper is taking part in a 4.6 million project aimed at understanding the role played by free radicals in the ageing process, such as the effect of oxidation on proteins and DNA within cells that can lead to diseases such as arthritis and Alzheimers. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/jonathancooper

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/engineering Research programmes

The school offers a vibrant PhD programme and a wide variety of research topics.

Research interests
Electronics and nanoscale engineering Nanofabrication advanced nanofabrication; multi-scale heterogeneous integration Microsystems technology integrated sensors; terahertz technologies and systems; embedded nanotechnology Advanced electronic devices and materials molecular beam epitaxy; emerging electronic components, circuits and systems Optoelectronics photonic materials, devices and integrated optics; photovoltaics Device modelling nano-CMOS device and circuit fluctuation simulation; Monte Carlo simulation of electronic devices VLSI Microwave integrated circuit design. Systems, power and energy Dynamics and systems High-power ultrasonics: surgical and manufacturing use Energy energy scavenging, renewables, power systems/transmission Machines and drives Materials and structures Power electronics. Biomedical engineering Cell and tissue engineering Microfluidics and lab-on-a-chip Rehabilitation and assistive engineering Rehabilitation technology Systems biology. Infrastructure and environment Water quality and sustainable water resources for developing countries Multiscale simulation of materials and structures Fluvial and coastal engineering Environmental engineering Testing and modelling of unsaturated soils. Aerospace sciences Space flight and dynamics Low speed aerodynamics Experimental wind-tunnel facilities Sports performance Computational fluid dynamics Wind and turbulence around large structures. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at www.glasgow.ac.uk/ schools/engineering/staff. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying.

Appreciating new potential

As the holder of the new Regius Chair of Civil Engineering & Mechanics at Glasgow, Professor Ren De Borst plans to pursue world-class research and inspire a new generation of scientists and engineers. Professor De Borst arrived in Glasgow in January 2012, following an impressive international career both within academia and across industries. Now he is relishing the opportunity to get back to the basics of fundamental research and teaching. Glasgow is still very science driven compared to some other places, which is great, says Professor De Borst. Here I have the opportunity to pursue my own ideas, to create a pool of knowledge that can be built on in the future. Originally having trained as a civil engineer, Professor De Borsts career has taken him through the fields of aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering and structural engineering, as well as through periods of high-profile consultancy. Projects have included the simulation and analysis of innovative open dams in the south-west of the Netherlands, designed to protect the area from flooding while also preserving the wildlife and environment, and he has worked throughout Europe and in the US, often combining academic research with industrial applications. A long-standing and evolving interest of mine is to look into the failure of materials in structures, explains Professor De Borst. This is really my specialty, to be able to simulate, to compute, when a material or a structure will fail. These simulation techniques are relevant to problems in a wide variety of subject areas, giving rise to numerous potential collaborations. Professor De Borst first plans to apply his knowledge to problems in physics and biology, and his interdisciplinary approach also applies to potential students in the field. I have always had students from a range of backgrounds, says Professor De Borst. Ive had students with a mathematics background, or physics or engineering. The main requirement is for people to be highly motivated and interested. After only six months at the University, Professor De Borst already has a high opinion of the students as well as the staff. The students found my course difficult, and it was difficult Im sure Ive not made it easy for them. But they saw the relevance and they were very motivated and they went for it. And this is something I appreciate. Professor De Borst has a number of studentships available, as well as some more applied opportunities with industry funding. He believes that a hands-on approach to postgraduate research and supervision is essential, and would encourage anyone interested in postgraduate research to get in touch. Glasgow has the kind of environment that allows you to think, says Professor De Borst. There is a really positive attitude here. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/renedeborst

Contact us
Tel: +44 (0)141 330 7478/7479 Email: scieng-gradschool@glasgow.ac.uk www.glasgow.ac.uk/engineering/ phdopportunities

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Engineering: taught programmes
Entry requirements for Engineering programmes are normally a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Core courses: Contemporary issues in human resource management; Managing creativity and innovation; Managing innovative change; Marketing management; Operations management; Project management. Semester 2: You will study engineering courses, which aim to enhance your group working and project management capability at the same time as improving your depth of knowledge in chosen aerospace engineering subjects. Core courses: Integrated systems design project; Aerospace engineering project management Optional courses (a choice of three): Flight mechanics 3; Propulsion and turbomachinery 3; Elements of law for engineers; Aircraft structural analysis and design 3; Aircraft vibration and aeroelasticity 4; High-speed aerodynamics 4; Turbomachinery 4; Computational fluid dynamics 4; Industrial aerodynamics 4. Project or dissertation: You will undertake individual project or dissertation work in the summer period (MayAugust). This will give you an opportunity to apply and consolidate the course material and enhance your ability to do independent work, as well as present results in the most appropriate format. Project and dissertation options are closely linked to staff research interests. September entry students have a choice of management dissertation topics in addition to aerospace engineering projects, and January entry students have a choice of aerospace engineering projects.

Aeronautical Engineering
The Masters in Aeronautical Engineering focuses on advanced engineering subjects required for understanding modern design of both fixed and rotary wing aircraft. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time

Reaching for the stars

The University has launched an ambitious space technology research programme which will focus on expanding its existing expertise in space-related science and engineering. The initiative is coordinated by Space Systems Engineering lecturer Dr Patrick Harkness whose research, alongside Professor Margaret Lucas, includes the development of a new form of ultrasonic drill, which could make it easier for unmanned probes to explore planets such as Mars. Evidence of flowing water, or even microbial life, could well be found beneath the red planets surface by robots equipped with digging tools. However, designing a drill suitable for digging into the planets surface soil, rock and ice presents a series of unusual challenges. The gravity on Mars is around a third of what we experience here on Earth, explains Dr Harkness, which means that its much harder to exert the kind of force required to press a conventional drillbit into any given surface. To get around that problem, weve developed a high-frequency ultrasonic drill, which creates a hammering action and cuts through hard surfaces much more easily. A prototype version of the ultrasonic drill was mounted on a Mars rover prototype developed by EADS Astrium and trialled in Tenerife on rocky terrain similar to that found on Mars. According to Dr Harkness, this ultrasonic drill technology could also be adapted for medical applications: One of the main features of the ultrasonic drilling technique is that it cuts very well through hard surfaces but is much less effective on soft surfaces, which could make it an ideal method for surgeons to cut through bone without affecting the soft tissue around it. It could also make the process of taking bone marrow samples considerably easier. www.glasgow.ac.uk/space

You will attend taught courses and take part in laboratory-based assignments and field visits. You will be further assessed in the coursework, report writing and oral presentations. The summer period is dedicated to project work, with either academic or industrial placements providing the context for your project. Semester 1 courses (six chosen): Viscous shear flows; Composites airframe structures; Aircraft flight dynamics; Aircraft operations and systems 5; Aerospace control 1; Space flight dynamics 5; Aerospace design project 4. Semester 2 courses (six chosen): Introduction to computational fluid dynamics; Methods for turbomachinery design; Introduction to aeroelasticity; Introduction to wind engineering; Flight testing 4 (places are subject to availability and a possible separate fee); Autonomous vehicle guidance systems; Aerospace control 2; Advanced concepts; Space applications; Research techniques; Field visits. Additionally you will undertake work over the summer: individual project and MSc dissertation.

Aerospace Systems
Aerospace systems are the future of the aerospace industry and constitute the major component of all modern aircraft. They are the essential onboard systems that ensure the safe and accurate operation of all aerospace vehicles, from civil passenger planes to sophisticated unmanned aerial vehicles. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will attend taught courses and undertake an individual project and dissertation during the summer. Semester 1 core courses: Aerospace control 1; Aircraft handling qualities and control; Aircraft operations and systems; Navigation systems; Simulation of aerospace systems. Semester 2 advanced courses: Aerospace control 2; Autonomous vehicle guidance systems; Radar and electro-optic systems; Fault detection, isolation and reconfiguration; Real time control hardware implementation. Project: Individual project; Aerospace systems team design project.

Aerospace Engineering & Management

This innovative Masters in Aerospace Engineering & Management introduces you to contemporary business and management issues while increasing your depth of knowledge in your chosen aerospace engineering specialty. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time There are two semesters of taught material and a summer session working on a project or dissertation. September entry students start with management courses and January entry students with engineering courses. Semester 1: You will be based in the Adam Smith Business School, developing knowledge and skills in management principles and techniques. We offer an applied approach, with an emphasis on an informed critical evaluation of information, and the subsequent application of concepts and tools to the core areas of business and management.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/engineering Automotive Engineering

The Masters in Automotive Engineering offers you a unique opportunity to study contemporary and future vehicle design against the specialist backdrops of innovative technologies for structural safety, assembly design, nano-manufacturing, automotive electronics, hybrid fuels and fuel cells, advanced materials, EV power, and intelligent systems. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The MSc comprises two taught semesters, each comprising compulsory and optional courses, and a major industrial project. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work and study trips in the UK. Core courses: Advanced manufacture; Innovative engineering design; Advanced techniques for fluid dynamics; Control; Automotive technology; Automotive structural safety; Dynamics. Optional courses: Autonomous vehicle guidance systems; Fault detection, isolation and reconfiguration.

Civil Engineering & Management

This innovative Masters in Civil Engineering & Management introduces you to contemporary business and management issues while increasing your depth of knowledge in your chosen civil engineering specialty. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time There are two semesters of taught material and a summer session working on a project or dissertation for MSc students. September entry students start with management courses and January entry students with engineering courses. Semester 1: You will be based in the Adam Smith Business School, developing knowledge and skills in management principles and techniques. We offer an applied approach, with an emphasis on an informed critical evaluation of information, and the subsequent application of concepts and tools to the core areas of business and management. Core courses: Contemporary issues in human resource management; Managing creativity and innovation; Managing innovative change; Marketing management; Operations management; Project management. Semester 2: You will study engineering courses, which aim to enhance your group working and project management capability at the same time as improving your depth of knowledge in chosen civil engineering subjects. Core course: Integrated systems design project. Optional courses (a choice of four): Water and wastewater treatment; Computational modelling of non-linear problems in structural mechanics; Structural concrete; Ground engineering 4; Structural analysis 4. Project or dissertation: If you are studying for an MSc you will undertake individual project or dissertation work in the summer period (May August). This will give you an opportunity to apply and consolidate the course material and enhance your ability to do independent work, as well as present results in the most appropriate format. Project and dissertation options are closely linked to staff research interests. September entry students have a choice of management dissertation topics in addition to civil engineering projects, and January entry students have a choice of civil engineering projects.

Computer Systems Engineering

This programme will expose students to stateof-the-art miniaturised and mobile computer systems and smart device technology. It will allow you to acquire the complementary hardware and software knowledge and skills required for understanding and designing such systems. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Core courses: Professional software development; Humancomputer interaction; Digital signal processing 1; Either Network communications technology or Computer communications 2; MSc project. Optional courses: Computer communications 1; Optical communications; VLSI design and CAD; Computer architecture; Safety critical systems; Digital communications 4; Computer architecture and communications 4; Analogue CMOS circuit design; Microwave and millimetre wave circuit design; Artificial intelligence; Design and evaluation of multimedia systems; Internet technology; Modelling reactive systems; Real time and embedded systems; Security and cryptography.

Civil Engineering
This Masters in Civil Engineering will provide you with the opportunity to deepen your knowledge in specific technical areas; to engage with others in tackling the design of multi-disciplinary construction projects and to gain further insight into management issues. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time, 18 months part-time The programme consists of five core courses, drawn principally from the three main branches of civil engineering, plus a choice of up to five optional courses. MSc students also write a dissertation, based on their individual project. Core course: Applied engineering mechanics; Structural concrete; Geotechnical design project; Multidisciplinary design project: Severn Barrage; Project management. Optional courses: Structural analysis; Structural design; Structural dynamics and earthquake engineering; Material nonlinearity; Geotechnical engineering; Geotechnical project: Carsington dam; Ground water and tunnelling; Water engineering; Environmental biotechnology; Water resources development project; Operations management; Contemporary issues in HR; Managing change; Principles of GIS; Catchment management; Hydrology; Engineering earth science; Renewable energy. This programme is subject to approval.

Electronics & Electrical Engineering

This Masters is designed for both new graduates and more established engineers. It covers a broad spectrum of specialist topics with immediate application to industrial problems, from electrical supply through systems control to high-speed electronics. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Courses include (six chosen): Computer communications 1; Digital signal processing 1; Micro- and nano-technology; Optical communications; Analogue and mixed signal design; Microwave and millimetre wave circuit design; VLSI design and CAD; Intelligent systems and control; Computer communications 2. If you are studying for an MSc, you will undertake a project where you will apply your newly learned skills and show to future employers that you have been working on cutting-edge projects relevant to the industry.

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School of Engineering Electronics & Electrical Engineering & Management

This innovative Masters in Electronics & Electrical Engineering & Management introduces you to contemporary business and management issues while increasing your depth of knowledge in your chosen specialty of electronics and electrical engineering. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time There are two semesters of taught material and a summer session working on a project or dissertation. September entry students start with management courses and January entry students with engineering courses. Semester 1: You will be based in the Adam Smith Business School, developing knowledge and skills of management principles and techniques. We offer an applied approach, with an emphasis on an informed critical evaluation of information, and the subsequent application of concepts and tools to the core areas of business and management. Core courses: Contemporary issues in human resource management; Managing creativity and innovation; Managing innovative change; Marketing management; Operations management; Project management. Semester 2: You will study engineering courses, which aim to enhance your group working and project management capability at the same time as improving your depth of knowledge in chosen electronics and electrical engineering subjects. Core course: Integrated systems design project Optional courses (a choice of two): Analogue CMOS circuit design; Computer communications 2; Electrical energy systems; Micro- and nanotechnology; Microwave and millimetre wave circuit design. Project or dissertation: You will undertake individual project or dissertation work in the summer period (MayAugust). This will give you an opportunity to apply and consolidate your newly learned skills and show to future employers that you have been working on cutting-edge projects relevant to the industry. Project and dissertation options are closely linked to staff research interests. September entry students have a choice of management dissertation topics in addition to electronics and electrical engineering projects, and January entry students have a choice of electronics and electrical engineering projects.

Electronics Design
This Masters in Electronics Design covers specialised elements of the design of electronic circuits and systems, along with additional optional courses on the wider context of electronic systems in applications. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time In addition to taught work and practical assignments, you will also complete a joint research project in one of our state-of-the-art laboratories. The courses normally on offer (depending on demand and staff availability) are: Compulsory courses: Analogue CMOS circuit design; Microwave and millimetre wave circuit design; VLSI design and CAD; Digital Signal processing 1. Optional courses (two chosen): Computer communications 1; Electrical energy systems; Micro and nano-technology; Modelling and control of dynamic systems; Optical communications; Computer communications 2.

Optional courses: Control; Lasers; Mechanics of solids and structures; Desalination technology; Materials and mechanics; Dynamics and control; Automotive technology. Project: The project subjects will be closely allied with staff research interests.

Mechanical Engineering & Management

This innovative Masters in Mechanical Engineering and Management offers you the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills needed for modern engineering or technology management. The programme has content in common with the MSc in Mechanical Engineering, including design engineering and other mechanical engineering disciplines. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time There are two semesters of taught material and a summer session working on a project or dissertation for MSc students. September entry students start with management courses and January entry students with engineering courses. Semester 1: You will be based in the Adam Smith Business School, developing knowledge and skills in management principles and techniques. We offer an applied approach, with an emphasis on an informed critical evaluation of information, and the subsequent application of concepts and tools to the core areas of business and management. Core courses: Contemporary issues in human resource management; Managing creativity and innovation; Managing innovative change; Marketing management; Operations management; Project management. Semester 2: You will study engineering courses, which aim to enhance your group working and project management capability at the same time as improving your depth of knowledge in chosen mechanical engineering subjects. Core course: Integrated systems design project. Optional courses: Desalination technology; Materials engineering; Vibration; Automotive technology. Project or dissertation: If you are studying for an MSc, you will undertake individual project or dissertation work in the summer period (May August). This will give you an opportunity to apply and consolidate the course material and enhance your ability to do independent work, as well as present results in the most appropriate format. Project and dissertation options are closely linked to staff research interests. September entry students have a choice of management dissertation topics in addition to mechanical engineering projects, and January entry students have a choice of mechanical engineering projects.

Embedded Electronic Systems

Embedded systems are the dedicated hardware and software that lie at the heart of modern electronic devices: from aeronautical and automobile engine management systems, to mobile telephones and multimedia devices. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The MSc comprises two taught semesters, each comprising compulsory and optional courses, and a major project. Core courses: Intelligent systems and control; VLSI design and CAD; Digital signal processing 1; Real time embedded programming; Real time embedded systems M; Wireless sensor networks. Optional courses: Computer communications 2; Computer architecture and communications 4; Security and cryptography 4/M; Mobile human computer interaction M; Computer architecture 4; Advanced programming M; Modelling reactive systems 4.

Mechanical Engineering
This Masters programme provides advanced experience of the central role that design takes in both innovation and the integration of mechanical engineering. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work and study trips in the UK. Core courses: Innovative engineering design; Integrated engineering design.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/engineering Mechatronics
The Masters in Mechatronics is a fusion of mechanical, electrical, electronic and control engineering. Modern industry depends for its success in global markets on its ability to integrate these subjects into both the manufacturing process and innovative products and systems. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time The MSc comprises two taught semesters, each comprising compulsory and optional courses, and a major project which may be industrial. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses normally offered include: Control; Data signal processing 1; Integrated system design; Robotics 4. Optional courses: Lasers; Innovative engineering design; Advanced manufacture. Advanced control systems; Lasers M5; Computer communications 2.

Product Design Engineering

The Masters in Product Design Engineering will develop your ability to design products with significant engineering content, addressing user needs and optimising designs for specific markets. This is the only programme of its kind in Scotland and is a joint programme between the University and The Glasgow School of Art. You will have the opportunity to visit relevant companies and benefit from guest lectures, workshops and seminars. You may be able to undertake your final project in collaboration with industry. The studio programme explores cultural, management, perceptual, process and psychological issues, and an understanding of the role of the design engineer in society. Programme structure MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project, team and studio work and workshops. Core courses: Core research skills for postgraduates; Product design engineering introduction project; Advanced manufacture; Micro-electronics in consumer products; Human factors; Integrated engineering design; MSc final project. Optional courses: Software engineering; Instrumentation and data systems; The Glasgow School of Art elective (you will choose from a list of options).

Sustainable Energy
The MSc in Sustainable Energy is an interdisciplinary programme that will equip you for employment within the international energy sector. This programme addresses all the key aspects of sustainable energy, from the most advanced technologies through to ethical and economic considerations. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take a combination of core and optional courses, and a project which you will select from a list of standard projects or you can suggest a project of your own choosing. The core courses normally on offer include: Theory and principles of sustainability; Integrated systems design project M; Environmental ethics and behavioural change; Electrical energy systems. The optional courses normally on offer include: Project planning, appraisal and implementation M; Methods for turbomachinery design M; Impacts of climate change; Energy conversion systems; Introduction to wind energy; Renewable energy; Energy and the environment.

Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

The Masters in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology teaches you the skills desired by modern industry for scientists and engineers doing research, development and production in nanoscience and nanofabrication. This multidisciplinary programme will complement your background in chemistry, electronics, materials science or physics. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars and lab work you will: extend your knowledge of the underpinning science and enabling technologies involved in nanoscience and nanofabrication; acquire in-depth knowledge in areas of the design, fabrication and evaluation of micro and nano-scale devices and systems; develop an awareness of a diverse range of nanoscience and nanotechnology applications. The programme builds towards an extended project: many of these are linked to industry or related research at the University. Our contacts with industry and our research collaborations will make this a meaningful and valuable experience. Core courses: Nanofabrication; Electronic devices 3; Micro- and nanotechnology; Introduction to research in nanoscience and nanotechnology; Research methods and techniques. Optional courses: Microscopy and optics 3; Imaging and microanalysis; Basic transmission electron microscopy; Microwave and mm wave circuit design; Analogue CMOS circuit design; Microwave electronic and optoelectronic devices M; Chemistry for nanoscientists; Bioelectronics 4; Frontiers of optics; Semiconductor physics.

Telecommunication Electronics
This Masters in Telecommunication Electronics covers a wide range of telecommunications used by industry and in everyday life, including Internet, optical, wired and wireless communications. You will gain an understanding of the design and application of electronics relevant to modern communication networks. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will attend taught courses and undertake practical assignments and a research project. Core courses: Computer communications 1; Computer communications 2; Digital signal processing 1; Optical communications; Digital communications. Optional courses (one selected) Microwave and millimetre wave circuit design; Micro- and nanotechnology; Digital signal processing 2.

Structural Engineering & Mechanics

The goal of structural engineering is to predict the performance of structures under every imaginable extreme event: earthquakes, hurricanes, avalanches, fires and explosions. This Masters in Structural Engineering & Mechanics provides you with a range of methods to analyse and design structures with quantifiable reliability over their design life. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time Core courses: Applied engineering mechanics; Computational modelling of nonlinear problems; Fire resistance of structures; Mechanics of repairing and strengthening structures. Plastic analysis of frames and slabs; Structural concrete; Structural dynamics and earthquake engineering; Structural engineering preliminary research project; Structural engineering review project; Thin-walled members and stability. MSc students undertake an additional individual project.

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Geographical & Earth Sciences

The School of Geographical & Earth Sciences brings together internationally leading research in physical and human geography, geology and geomatics.
Contact Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4782 Email: ges-enquiries@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
The vibrancy of our research environment derives much from our large body of postgraduate students. Earth Systems Research Group Our interdisciplinary research group aims to develop an integrated understanding of the evolution of the Earths surface and near-surface environments. Most research is built around the following themes: Earth-life processes Surface processes Shallow crustal processes Extra-terrestrial and mantle processes Earth observation and technology Human Geography Research Group The group conducts innovative research on the entangled geographies of power, institutions, knowledge and practice, moving readily from the conceptual to the substantive to the engaged. Research is broadly organised into four separate themes: Environment, knowledge and development Political-economy, justice and solidarity Difference, otherness and subalternity Creativity, experiment and expression

industry at open events. Projects may be carried out in conjunction with industry. We achieve outstanding results in the National Student Survey, with one or other of our subjects achieving exceptional 100% overall satisfaction in recent years.

Career prospects
Our collaboration with the Scottish Universities Environmental Research Centre (SUERC) gives us access to cutting-edge equipment and specialist expertise, which means you can gain a range of transferable skills valuable for your career. Career opportunities exist in the private and public sectors and graduates have found roles in their area of expertise in both sectors such as environmental consultancies, local authorities, utility companies, non-governmental organisations (such as Oxfam, Barnardos, Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), Scottish Natural Heritage) and teaching.

Resources and facilities

The school houses a wide range of analytical equipment in support of research and teaching. Chemical, isotopic and molecular analysis Glasgow Molecular Organic Geochemistry Laboratory (G-MOL) Low Temperature Thermochronology Imaging, Spectroscopy & Analysis Centre (ISAAC) with scanning electron microscopy and Raman spectroscopy Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry Imaging Scanning electron microscopy Transmitted light and cathodoluminescence microscopy Sample preparation Production of thin sections and polished samples Mineral separation Geomatics Laser scanning GPS CartoGraphics Unit

Learning environment
We take an integrated approach to the study of geography and Earth science at Glasgow, bringing together internationally leading expertise in physical and human geography, Earth science and geomatics. Our postgraduate students benefit from many fieldwork opportunities, ranging from short day excursions close to Glasgow to longer residential field trips, which may involve overseas travel. The school has close links with industry. We arrange many guest speakers and there are also informal opportunities to meet people from

Funding and scholarships

Funding for studentships in human geography may be available through the Economic & Social Research Council Scottish Doctoral Training Centre Human Geography pathway, of which Glasgow is a member. Many of our Earth science research projects offer Natural Environment Research Council research student funding. For more information about funding and scholarships see www.glasgow.ac.uk/ scienceandengineering/graduateschool/ scholarshipsandsupport.

For many students the experiences gained during fieldwork provide some of the most enduring memories of their time at Glasgow. Field research is very much enjoyed by staff and students alike.

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The school offers an exciting and diverse range of PhD projects for each year.

Research projects
Here are just some of our recent research projects that have offered PhD studentship opportunities: Earth systems research Reconstructing ocean acidification and its impacts at high resolution Evaluating stream habitat using a 2D hydraulic model The role of the environment in the evolution of biomineralisation Novel mineralogical and geochemical signatures of terrestrial impact craters Earth observations for rapid response to large earthquakes The emplacement and deformation of rheomorphic ignimbrites Human geography research The effectiveness of societal mobilisation approaches within international development Geographies of learning disability Indigenous environmental knowledge systems Poverty, agency and class in the urban economy Bio-geographies Art, culture and regeneration The political geographies of Scottish devolution Climate change and trans-local solidarities Feminist and postcolonial geopolitics We offer supervision across most areas of geographical and Earth sciences. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at www.glasgow.ac.uk/schools/ges/ staff. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying.

Precision from space

The Geomatics Group in the School of Geographical & Earth Sciences combines science with cutting-edge technology to enhance our understanding of natural hazards. Dr Zhenhong Li, Senior Lecturer, specialises in the precise location and determination of surface movements of the Earth. His research interests include the use of Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar (InSAR) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to monitor changes in the Earths surface over time. We aim to use advanced geodesy technology to address scientific questions relating to natural hazards, such as landslides, tsunami and earthquakes, says Dr Li. I spend half of my research time on the technique itself, where my aim is to improve the accuracy and reliability of the technology. The other half of his time is spent on different applications, for example looking at specific landslides and earthquakes, locating city subsidence, and locating engineering subsidence due to mining activities and high-speed railways. InSAR is a powerful technique for monitoring any changes in the Earths surface, and has recently been shown to produce results far more quickly than and just as reliably as fieldwork. During the 2010 Yushu earthquake in China, Dr Li was able to pinpoint its location and surface movements within just hours after receiving satellite radar images using InSAR technology, with comparable and fully consistent results from the field taking weeks to achieve. We also want to use this technology to monitor building subsidence and railway stability, says Dr Li, who is working closely with local government in China to look at mining subsidence. In Shenfu there is a big problem of subsidence due to mining activity but the government previously had no idea how serious the issue was. Now, after my project, they have a clear idea of how serious the subsidence issue is in North China. Dr Li is also monitoring city subsidence in Eastern China related to groundwater extraction by factories. The applications of Dr Lis research are widereaching, and he collaborates internationally with research groups in Europe, China and the USA. Because his technology improves precision and enhances the potential of satellite data processing, it allows other users from diverse fields to improve the accuracy of their own data. He has recently used his technology to monitor mountain uplift at a rate of just 1.6mm per year, the first time such slow movement has been detected using geodesy technology. Geodesy is a field with exciting new opportunities for postgraduates. Anyone with skills in programming, or a background in mathematics or physics, should get in touch, says Dr Li. They can work with me to advance our technology, and we can apply geodesy techniques to help us understand earthquakes, landslides and tsunami in the future. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/zhenhongli

Contact us
Mrs Jean McPartland School Postgraduate Support Tel: +44 (0)141 3308285 Email: jean.mcpartland@glasgow.ac.uk www.glasgow.ac.uk/ges/research/postgraduate

I have access to some of the best analytical facilities and laboratories in the country.
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Geographical & Earth Sciences: taught programmes
Core courses: Coastal processes; Coastal management; Impacts of climate change; Introduction to statistics; Environmental statistics; Principles of GIS; Marine sampling techniques; Research and professional issues; Research project (for MSc students). Optional courses: examples include: Remote sensing of the environment; Freshwater sampling techniques; Freshwater ecology; Phyloinformatics; Catchment management; Hydrology; Nearshore ecology. Non-credited optional courses (which will incur additional costs): Scientific diving; Boat handling; Marine mammals. Entry requirements: Normally a secondclass Honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject (for example, Biological Science, Environmental Science, Ecology, Civil Engineering, Geography, Earth Science, Chemistry). Applicants with industrial experience may be admitted to the PgDip in the first instance.

Geoinformation Technology & Cartography

This Masters focuses on understanding and managing the locational data required to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) together with visualisation and map production in a GIS environment. It is the only programme in the UK to have a significant emphasis on cartography; and our focus on the underpinning geomatics aspects and cartographic output is unique among GIS programmes. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 2448 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 2144 months part-time; PgCert: 14 weeks full-time; 932 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials; take part in lab, project and team work; and attend a GIS conference in the UK. Core courses: Cartographic design and geovisualisation; Fundamentals of geomatics; Topographic mapping; Principles of GIS; Internet and mobile GIS; Statistical mapping; Geospatial data infrastructures and LIS; Research and professional issues. Optional courses: Advanced editing in GIS; Application development in GIS; Geospatial data modelling; Photogrammetry; Remote sensing; Terrain modelling; Use and user issues in cartography and GIS. Entry requirements: Normally an Honours degree in a relevant field. The programme requires some basic mathematical competence and a pass at Scottish Higher, GCSE or equivalent in mathematics is recommended. Entry without standard academic qualifications, or with technical qualifications in geomatics for those with significant practical experience in related employment, will be considered on an individual basis.

Aquatic System Science

The Masters in Aquatic System Science is a multidisciplinary programme that allows you to specialise in the monitoring and research of aquatic environments. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 8 months full-time; 16 months part-time Through a combination of core and optional courses you will combine training in the physical and biological aspects of aquatic environments with training in research methods, environmental data acquisition and handling. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, field, project and team work and study trips in the UK. Core courses: Coastal processes OR Hydrology; Impacts of climate change; Introduction to statistics; Environmental statistics; Principles of GIS; Marine sampling techniques OR Freshwater sampling techniques; Research and professional issues; Research project (for MSc students). Optional courses: examples include: Remote sensing of the environment; Freshwater sampling techniques; Marine sampling techniques; Freshwater ecology; Phyloinformatics; Catchment management; Hydrology; Coastal processes; Coastal management; Nearshore ecology. Non-credited optional courses (which will incur additional costs): Scientific diving; Boat handling; Marine mammals. Entry requirements: Normally a second-class Honours degree in an appropriate subject (eg Biological Science, Environmental Science, Ecology, Civil Engineering, Geography, Earth Science, Chemistry). Applicants with industrial experience may be admitted to the PgDip in the first instance.

Freshwater System Science

The Masters in Freshwater System Science is a multidisciplinary programme that allows you to specialise in the monitoring and research of freshwater environments. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 8 months full-time; 16 months part-time Through a combination of core and optional courses you will combine training in the physical and biological aspects of freshwater environments with training in research methods, environmental data acquisition and handling. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, field, project and team work and study trips in the UK. Core courses: Hydrology; Catchment management; Impacts of climate change; Introduction to statistics; Environmental statistics; Principles of GIS; Freshwater sampling techniques; Research and professional issues; Research project (MSc students). Optional courses: examples include: Freshwater ecology; Remote sensing of the environment; Marine sampling techniques; Coastal processes; Coastal management; Nearshore ecology; Phyloinformatics. Non-credited optional courses (which will incur additional costs): Scientific diving; Boat handling; Marine mammals. Entry requirements: Normally a second-class Honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject (eg Biological Science, Environmental Science, Ecology, Civil Engineering, Geography, Earth Science, Chemistry). Applicants with industrial experience may be admitted to the PgDip in the first instance.

Geomatics & Management

This innovative Masters is aimed at graduates in geomatics (surveying and mapping). It will enhance your career progression in the field of geomatics, and provide you with the necessary skill set to succeed in managerial positions. The combination of geomatics with management offered by this programme has been strongly endorsed by industry. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will attend taught courses and undertake a summer research project, aimed at practical application and enhancing your ability to do independent work and present results in the most appropriate form. Core courses: Financial information management; Methods of management enquiry; Management decision making; Managing innovative change; People in organisations; Research and professional issues in geomatics; Topics in geomatics. Optional courses: Further topics in geomatics; Directed studies in geomatics; Geodesy and GNSS; Hydrographic surveying; Engineering

Coastal System Management

The Masters in Coastal System Management is a multidisciplinary programme that allows you to specialise in the monitoring, research and management of coastal environments. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 8 months full-time; 16 months part-time Through a combination of core and optional courses you will combine training in the physical and biological aspects of aquatic environments with training in research methods, environmental data acquisition and handling. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, field, project and team work and study trips in the UK.

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surveying; Internet and mobile GIS; Applied GIS; Geospatial data infrastructures and LIS; Population and statistical mapping. Entry requirements: Honours degree or equivalent in geomatics or similar subject. Those with lower qualifications having significant experience in industry will be considered on an individual basis. You will also take two courses in qualitative and quantitative methods in the social sciences, and undertake an independent piece of research on a topic chosen by you. Entry requirements: Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. Optional courses: Remote sensing of the environment; Freshwater sampling techniques; Freshwater ecology; Hydrology; Coastal management; Phyloinformatics. Non-credited optional courses (which will incur additional costs): Scientific diving; Boat handling; Marine mammals. Entry requirements: Normally a second-class Honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject. Applicants with industrial experience may be admitted to the PgDip in the first instance.

Geospatial & Mapping Sciences

This Masters focuses on understanding the theory and practice of geospatial data collection, land and hydrographic surveying, data and information quality, applications of survey information, and research and development in the field of geomatics. It is strongly endorsed by industry, accredited by the RICS and has an excellent employment record. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 2448 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 2144 months part-time; PgCert: 14 weeks full-time; 932 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, field, project and team work and study trips in the UK. Core courses: Land surveying principles and methods; Fundamentals of geomatics; Topographic mapping from ground, air and space; Principles of GIS; Geodesy and GNSS; Hydrographic surveying; Engineering surveying; Research and professional issues. Optional courses: Application development in GIS; Geospatial data infrastructures; Hydrographic surveying applications; Land information systems; Photogrammetry; Remote sensing; Terrain modelling; Terrestrial laser scanning. Entry requirements: Normally an Honours degree in a relevant field. Entry without standard academic qualifications, or with technical qualifications in geomatics for those with significant practical experience in related employment, will be considered on an individual basis.

Landscape Monitoring & Mapping

This Masters will give you knowledge and experience of the technical methods of land surveying and geospatial information handling to capture and process data to monitor change in the physical landscape. It provides an ideal introduction to surveying, mapping and GIS for environmental scientists and geoscientists. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 2436 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 1821 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, field, project and team work and study trips in the UK. Core courses: Fundamentals of geomatics; Land survey principles and applications; Topographic mapping; Principles of GIS; Rates of landscape change; Processing landscape change; Statistical mapping techniques; Geodesy and GNSS; Radar interferometry and deformation mapping and photogrammetry; Research and professional issues; Topics in geomatics; MSc project. Optional courses: Terrestrial laser scanning; Application development in GIS; Applied GIS. Entry requirements: Normally an Honours degree in a relevant field, such as geography, civil engineering or Earth/environmental sciences. Those employed by appropriate agencies with practical experience, but with lower qualifications, will be considered on an individual basis.

Science for International Development

This Masters presents an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the role of science in supporting international development. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time For all strands of the programme you will take two core courses: Concepts in international development 1: interdisciplinary approaches; Concepts in international development 2: policy and practice. You will also take some optional courses from: Social science research methods; Principles of GIS; Remote sensing; Spatial modelling; Decision theory; Estimating population sizes; Single-species population models; Quantitative epidemiology; Environmental economics; Theories and principles of sustainability; Environmental health; Water pollution; Integrated coastal management; Catchment management; Impacts of climate change; Biomass, industrial crops, secondgeneration biofuels; Power electronics; Electrical energy systems; Energy and environment; Energy transportation systems. Science for International Development (Environment) optional courses include: Environmental economics; Theories and principles of sustainability; Environmental health; Water pollution; Environmental services and policy; Nearshore ecology; Integrated coastal management; Catchment management; Hydrology; Impacts of climate change; Ecosystem function and sustainability; Environmental ethics and behavioural change; Biomass, industrial crops, secondgeneration biofuels. Science for International Development (Sustainable Energy) optional courses include: Power electronics 2; Power engineering 3; Electrical energy systems; Project planning, appraisal and implementation; Energy and environment; Power electronics; Integrated systems design project M; Environmental ethics and behavioural change; Biomass, industrial crops, second-generation biofuels; Energy transportation systems. Science for International Development (Water Management) optional courses include: Water pollution; Environmental services and policy; Nearshore ecology; Integrated coastal management; Catchment management; Hydrology. Entry requirements: Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Marine System Science

The Masters is a multidisciplinary programme that allows you to specialise in the monitoring and research of marine environments. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 8 months full-time; 16 months part-time Through a combination of core and optional courses you will combine training in the physical and biological aspects of aquatic environments with training in research methods, environmental data acquisition and handling. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, field, project and team work and study trips in the UK. Core courses: Coastal processes; Impacts of climate change; Introduction to statistics; Environmental statistics; Principles of GIS; Marine sampling techniques; Nearshore ecology; Research and professional issues; Research project (MSc students).

Human Geography: Space, Politics & Power

This Masters is unique as it considers how geography has been used to actively engage with the world beyond the academy, focusing on social justice and social change, environment and development, and cultural and historical geographies. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in workshops, project and team work. Core courses: Space, Politics and Power 1: Concepts in human geography; Space, Politics and Power 2: Geographical engagements beyond the academy; Applied geographies: research methods, ethics and politics.

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Mathematics & Statistics

Glasgows proud history of excellence in mathematics reaches back to the 17th century and we have one of the largest statistical groups in the UK, and a world-leading research environment. With 51 full-time academic staff and 70 postgraduate students, the school is one of the largest in the UK.
Contact Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5176 Email: maths-stats-enquiries@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
Statistics We have a very active and diverse range of statistics research activity, which encompasses the full range of modern statistics. In the 2008 RAE results Glasgow gained the highest percentage of 4* activity (the highest grade) amongst statistics groups in Scotland. We work closely with the Inference Group in Computing Science, which focuses its research on the development of appropriate statistical and computational methodology for diverse applications. Mathematics The research interests of the school cover several areas of pure mathematics and applied mathematics. These areas are not mutually exclusive and there are considerable benefits from interactions between the different areas that enhance the research environment. Both pure and applied mathematics are highly rated internationally for their research and most members of the school have ongoing collaborations with mathematicians overseas and elsewhere in the UK, and many international mathematicians spend periods in Glasgow working with members of the school. Our lively and mutually supportive research environment has led to the award of coveted prizes and competitive fellowships for several of our younger staff.

There is a lively seminar programme with members of the school being involved in a number of networks including the North British Functional Analysis Seminar, the North British Differential Equations Seminar and the LMS Network on Classical and Quantum Integrability. The school also welcomes many guest speakers from the UK and overseas. We hold a regular postgraduate seminar, where our PhD students can develop their presentational skills, and regular conferences and workshops. Students can also attend our hugely popular week-long training course each year, which provides practically motivated training in key statistical analysis and modelling skills. Sponsorship is available for EPSRC and NERC funded PhD students. If you study with us you can benefit from our excellent teaching standards and supportive learning environment an impressive 97% of our final-year undergraduate students rate themselves as satisfied with their overall experience, according to the 2011 National Student Survey, rating us top in Scotland and second in the UK.

Career prospects
You will be equipped with the skills needed to begin a career as a professional statistician or mathematician. Our graduates have an excellent track record of gaining employment in many sectors including banking and finance, medical research, the pharmaceutical industry and government statistical services.

Learning environment
Our postgraduate students join a community of academic experts across a wide range of pure and applied mathematics and statistics and develop a mature understanding of fundamental theories and analytical skills applicable to many situations.

Resources and facilities

Each student will have a desk in a room shared with other postgraduates. A PC or workstation will be provided. The school has a very extensive and powerful computing network, based on Unix and Linux machines, with PCs, printers and plotters attached to the network. A wide variety of software is available. The school has a small but very useful library within the building. The University Library has a further extensive range of books and journals. Electronic databases are provided for literature searches.

Funding and scholarships

We have a small number of funded places for taught or research degrees. For full details see www.glasgow.ac.uk/mathematicsstatistics/ research/postgraduate/funding and www.glasgow.ac.uk/scienceandengineering/ graduateschool/scholarshipsandsupport. All postgraduate students in the school have the opportunity to undertake tutorial work with first- and second-year undergraduates. Typical annual earnings are 500. There may also be opportunities to help staff with paid exam invigilation.

Erida Gjini is a PhD student with a background in mathematical sciences who is producing stochastic models of the variations in the generic composition of the African trypanosome parasite that causes sleeping sickness.

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We invite applications from well-qualified students to carry out research leading to a PhD or MSc in Statistics or Pure or Applied Mathematics.

Research interests
The main areas of research are broadly described within the headings below. Applied mathematics Fluid dynamics and magnetohydrodynamics Integrable systems and mathematical physics Mathematical biology Solid mechanics Pure mathematics Algebra Analysis Geometry and topology Statistics Biostatistics and statistical genetics Environmental statistics Statistical methodology Statistical modelling Scholarship of learning and teaching in statistics Our programmes can be studied full-time or part-time. It is possible to study a PhD in Mathematics or Statistics combined with another subject, for example Mathematics and Music, Mathematics and Medicine, Mathematics and Economics. This may require two or more supervisors. During the first year of your PhD you are required to attend and will be assessed on selected taught courses. For further information on these courses please refer to the Scottish Mathematical Sciences Training Centre (www.smstc.ac.uk). We offer supervision across most areas of mathematics and statistics. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at www.glasgow.ac.uk/schools/ mathematicsstatistics/staff. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying.

Mathematical models for physiology

Professor of Applied Mathematics Xiaoyu Luo is an expert in the modelling and numerical simulation of fluids and structures in physiology. Her research involves applying theoretical mechanics and mathematical concepts to the human body in order to solve a range of physiological problems. From magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) she reconstructs the 3D geometry of human organs, such as the gall bladder, and then applies mathematical methods to simulate and understand the biomechanics. In the UK up to 60,000 operations to remove the gall bladder are performed each year, costing the NHS around 40m. However, in many cases, symptoms are not relieved after surgery. With an Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council grant, Professor Luo has developed models of the gall bladder to provide clinicians with much-needed data about the underlying mechanisms of gallbladder pain. By doing the modelling we are able to tell if a particular patients gall bladder has very high stress, which tends to induce pain, and then if the gall bladder is removed we know that at least we removed that source of pain, she says. However, if from the modelling we see that the patients gall bladder is normal with no high stress or pain, this indicates there may be something else going on. So our aim is to give the clinical sector some insight from a mechanical point of view. By giving them additional information, hopefully we can improve the diagnosis so that patients receive better treatment. The gall-bladder wall contains layers of fibres distributed in certain directions, which enables it to sustain higher pressure. Professor Luos research involves modelling the fibre orientation in the wall in order to analyse stress levels. In gall-bladder modelling, she explains, we want to find out the maximum stress which the material experiences when you have a pressure on it. If the stress is too high on the wall, this can cause damage and induce pain in patients. As well as producing models of the gall bladder, Professor Luo has also developed models of the heart and valves, arteries and blood vessels and supervises several postgraduates working on projects in these areas. She believes Glasgow offers students the opportunity to carry out research that can make a difference: PhD students who come here to do research with me have a highly multidisciplinary research project. They dont just study maths as an academic discipline, but also to understand how we can use it to help with physiological applications and clinical problems. Students also have a lot of support. We have a second supervisor system and weekly postgraduate seminars where students give mini talks about their research. So this is a good environment where students not only learn something new but also find the presentation skills to develop their own careers. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/xiaoyuluo

Contact us
If you have any questions about the application process or would like some advice, please do not hesitate to contact us. Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5176/5024 Email: maths-stats-pgenquiries @glasgow.ac.uk www.glasgow.ac.uk/mathematicsstatistics/ research/postgraduate

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Mathematics & Statistics: taught programmes

Advanced Statistics
This Masters in Advanced Statistics will provide you with knowledge and experience of the principles, theory and practical skills of statistics. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time You will choose six courses each semester, depending on your prior knowledge of statistics and subject to the approval of the programme leader. You will also undertake a project leading to a dissertation. Courses are chosen from an extensive list, including: Introduction to R; Multivariate methods; Biostatistics; Sampling and databases; Computational inference (from 2012); Bayesian statistics (from 2012); Stochastic processes; Introduction to population studies; Statistical data mining; Principles of probability and statistics; Design of statistical investigations; Generalised linear models; Time series; Data analysis; Professional skills; Environmental statistics; Advanced Bayesian methods (from 2012); Statistical genetics; Spatial statistics; Metaanalysis. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent with a substantial statistics component (equivalent to a Combined Honours degree in statistics and another subject at the University of Glasgow).

Data insights
Statistics is a field that offers students the chance to combine rigorous scientific methodology with important real-world applications. Professor of Statistics Adrian Bowman has a long-standing interest in spatiotemporal data, which is of relevance to numerous different applications. Spatiotemporal data routinely occurs in environmental settings, for example, where monitors located in different regions gather data over time. The same data structure can occur in brain imaging where, in electroencephalography (EEG) or magnetoencephalography (MEG), an array of sensors across the scalp or the surface of the head gather information over time. In both these cases, the same data structure leads to the possibility of the same kinds of models that can give powerful insight into what is happening. The Statistics group at Glasgow combines a strong interest in methodology, the tools, concepts and ideas of statistics with serious interests in applications so theres a lot of interdisciplinary work going on, says Professor Bowman, who works closely with people in environmental studies, engineering, health, and medicine. Methodology is the core, and none of the applications would be possible without serious scientific expertise on the methodology. The research group has strong connections with environmental agencies such as the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), the Environment Agency in England, and the Centre for Ecology & Hydrology. These collaborations have led to research secondments for postgraduate students, and other opportunities have seen students travelling abroad to work with high-profile scientific groups such as the Commonwealth Scientific Industrial Research Organisation in Australia. Good research is almost always international these days so we have many international links, says Professor Bowman. We are well connected nationally and internationally and there are good opportunities for postgraduates to pursue and develop those networks. There are several options for postgraduate study at Glasgow, including a PhD degree and a variety of MSc programmes. We are always very keen to recruit good students, to maintain a strong cohort and a strong student community, says Professor Bowman. We work hard to obtain as much funding as we can to create student opportunities. The EPSRC Mathematical Sciences Programme and the University of Glasgow Scholarship Programme have both provided postgraduate funding, but it doesnt stop there. Researchers are sometimes able to create scholarships themselves through links with external sponsors. The ability to understand, model, analyse and interpret data is absolutely fundamental to a huge array of applications, concludes Professor Bowman. There are plenty of opportunities here for really interesting, exciting projects, which combine methodology and application in a very supportive and indeed enjoyable environment. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/adrianbowman

Biostatistics
This Masters in Biostatistics will provide you with knowledge and experience of the principles, theory and practical skills of statistics. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Core courses: Probability; Statistical inference; Introduction to R; Regression models; Biostatistics; Sampling and databases; Generalised linear models; Data analysis; Professional skills; Dataanalysis project (leading to a dissertation). Optional courses: You will choose three optional courses from: Meta-analysis; Statistical genetics; Design of statistical investigations; Time series; Spatial statistics. Entry requirements: Normally, at least a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent, with a substantial mathematics component (at least equivalent to Level-1 courses in mathematics and Level-2 courses in calculus and linear algebra at the University of Glasgow). Previous study of statistics is not required.

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This Masters in Environmental Statistics will provide you with knowledge and experience of the principles, theory and practical skills of statistics. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Core courses: Probability; Statistical inference; Introduction to R; Regression models; Introduction to population studies; Sampling and databases; Generalised linear models; Time series; Environmental statistics; Spatial statistics; Data analysis; Professional skills; Data-analysis project (leading to a dissertation). Entry requirements: Normally, at least a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent, with a substantial mathematics component (at least equivalent to Level-1 courses in mathematics and Level-2 courses in calculus and linear algebra at the University of Glasgow). Previous study of statistics is not required. Level-H courses (15 credits): Algebraic topology; Financial statistics; Galois theory; Hamiltonian mechanics; Integration; Linear analysis; Mathematical biology; Mathematical modelling 2; Mathematical modelling 3; Number theory; Numerical analysis; Probability. Level-M courses (15 credits): Advanced algebraic topology; Advanced group theory; Algebraic geometry and commutative algebra; Category theory; Complex analysis 2; Differential geometry; Discrete mathematics; Ring and representation theory; Biological and physiological fluid mechanics; Elasticity; Magnetohydrodynamics; Nonlinear waves; Numerical solutions to PDEs; Solitons; Special relativity and classical theory of fields. SMSTC courses (15 credits): Algebra 1; Algebra 2; Geometry and topology 1; Geometry and topology 2; Pure analysis 1; Pure analysis 2; Applied analysis and PDEs 1; Applied analysis and PDEs 2; Applied mathematical methods 1; Applied mathematical methods 2; Mathematical modelling 1; Mathematical modelling 2. Project stage: All MSc students must undertake the research project (60 credits). Entry requirements: A minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent with mathematics as a major subject.

Statistics
This Masters in Statistics will provide you with knowledge and experience of the principles, theory and practical skills of statistics. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Core courses: Probability; Statistical inference; Introduction to R; Regression models; Generalised linear models; Data analysis; Professional skills; Data-analysis project (leading to a dissertation). Optional courses: You will choose five optional courses from: Multivariate methods; Biostatistics; Sampling and databases; Bayesian statistics (from 2012); Introduction to population studies; Principles of probability and statistics; Design of statistical investigations; Time series; Environmental statistics; Advanced Bayesian methods (from 2012); Statistical genetics; Spatial statistics; Meta-analysis. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent with a substantial mathematics component (at least equivalent to Level-1 courses in mathematics and Level-2 courses in calculus and linear algebra at the University of Glasgow). Previous study of statistics is not required.

Mathematics/Applied Mathematics
The Masters in Mathematics/Applied Mathematics offers courses, taught by experts, across a wide range and in depth. Mathematics is highly developed yet continually growing, providing new insights and applications. It is the medium for expressing knowledge about many physical phenomena and is concerned with patterns, systems and structures unrestricted by any specific application, but also allows for applications across many disciplines. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in project work. If you are studying for the MSc you will take a total of 120 credits from a mixture of Level-4 Honours courses, Level-M courses and courses delivered by the Scottish Mathematical Sciences Training Centre (SMSTC). You will take courses worth a minimum of 90 credits from Level-M courses and those delivered by the SMSTC. The remaining 30 credits may be chosen from final-year Level-H courses. The Level-M courses offered in a particular session will depend on student demand. Below are courses currently offered at these levels, but the options may vary from year to year.

Social Statistics
This Masters in Social Statistics will provide you with knowledge and experience of the principles, theory and practical skills of statistics. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Core courses: Probability; Statistical inference; Introduction to R; Regression models; Introduction to population studies; Sampling and databases; Generalised linear models; Time series; Design of statistical investigations; Spatial statistics; Data analysis; Professional skills; Data-analysis project (leading to a dissertation). Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent with a substantial mathematics component (at least equivalent to Level-1 courses in mathematics and Level-2 courses in calculus and linear algebra at the University of Glasgow). Previous study of statistics is not required.

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Physics & Astronomy

The School of Physics & Astronomy at Glasgow is one of the leading schools in the UK both for our internationally leading research and our first-rate postgraduate programmes.
Contact Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4709 Email: phas-enquiries@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
With 42 academics and around 13 research fellows, 51 research associates and 81 postgraduate students, the school is a vibrant centre of research in a wide range of fields. This has been recognised over the years by excellent scores in the UK-wide research assessment exercises, consistently high levels of funding for research, and national and international honours for our top researchers. We are a member of the Scottish universities Physics Alliance (SUPA), a research alliance in physics between six Scottish Universities (Glasgow, Edinburgh, Heriot-Watt, St Andrews, Strathclyde, West of Scotland). Our aim is to place Scotland at the forefront of research in physics through an agreed national strategy, an inter-institutional management structure, and coordinated promotion and pursuit of excellence.

companies; finance, for example as a market analyst; consultancy, for example in product development or IT; teaching physics teachers are in great demand; and many more.

Resources and facilities

The school has state-of-the-art research facilities. There are extensive material characterisation facilities including: atomic force microscope, surface characterisation and measurement, and the recently installed magTEM microscope. There are clean-room facilities for sample preparation and also probe-stations and wire-bonders for sample characterisation and packaging. Students also have access to excellent computing facilities for data analysis and simulation of physics problems.

Funding and scholarships

STFC Doctoral Training Account The School of Physics & Astronomy holds a Science & Technologies Facilities Council (STFC) Doctoral Training Account to provide PhD scholarships in nuclear physics, particle physics (experiment and theory), gravitational waves, astronomy and astrophysics. SUPA prize scholarships SUPA offers around ten prize studentships. Awards are made in one of six theme areas: astronomy and space physics, condensed matter and materials physics, particle physics, photonics, physics and life sciences, nuclear and plasma physics. China Scholarships Council Scholarships China Scholarships Council funding is available for at least two CSC scholarships in the School of Physics & Astronomy. These cover the costs of four years of study for a PhD degree, including air fares, living costs and a waiver of tuition fees. Applications are welcome from all eligible institutions, but preference will be given to the following universities, with which Glasgow already has formal collaboration agreements: Huazhong University of Science and Technology Nankai University Sichuan University Sun Yat-Sen University Tianjin University Xian Jiaotong University Wuhan University. EPSRC Doctoral Training Grant The Engineering & Physics Sciences Council Doctoral Training Grant funds PhD scholarships to pursue research within the school in the following areas: materials and condensed matter, optics, and sensors. See www.glasgow.ac.uk/scienceand engineering/graduateschool/scholarships andsupport.

Learning environment
Studying Physics and/or Astronomy offers you a fundamental understanding of the way the Universe works, brings you to the forefront of technology, and (specifically in Glasgow) provides the opportunity to work in world-leading research groups. We also host regular research colloquia throughout the year, attracting both UK and international speakers. A team of five academics, nine research staff and five postgraduate students at Glasgow are participating in ATLAS, an international collaborative particle physics experiment at the Large Hadron Collider at CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research), which is exploring the fundamental nature of matter and the basic forces that shape our universe.
ATLAS Experiment 2012 CERN

Career prospects
Our graduates can demonstrate to a potential employer numeracy, problem-solving skills, teamwork experience, capacity for logical thought, and capability to apply abstract concepts to the real world. Career opportunities for physicists can be found in: research in universities or high-tech

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We have studentships available for the degrees of PhD and MSc by Research to work in our various research groups. Glasgow is an excellent place to study for a PhD and many previous PhD theses are available via the University Library. Our research groups work in a diverse range of different areas in physics and are in active collaboration with physics departments throughout Scotland through SUPA, as well as with universities and research institutes and facilities all over the world. Astronomy & Astrophysics Institute for Gravitational Research Materials & Condensed Matter Physics Nuclear Physics Optics Particle Physics Experiment Particle Physics Theory Sensors. Students participate in the SUPA Graduate School (www.supa.ac.uk/ Graduate_School), which provides more than 60 postgraduate-level courses across all the SUPA themes as well as courses covering generic research skills. This gives students the opportunity to hear from experts in their field from all over Scotland, and to meet postgraduates from other Scottish universities. We offer supervision across most areas of physics and astronomy. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at www.glasgow.ac.uk/schools/ physics/staff. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying.

Searching for gravitational waves

Professor Sheila Rowan is director of the Institute for Gravitational Research. We are involved with a mixture of experimental research and astrophysics; what were looking for are gravitational waves, she explains. We work across a wide range of research areas, from the laboratory-scale developments and prototyping of individual parts of the instrumentation, right through to installing them in observatories, then capturing and analysing the data and students typically get the opportunity to experience research bridging these areas. Professor Rowan is interested in optical materials in particular and is studying materials suitable for use in super-sensitive mirrors. These mirrors are a fundamental part of the huge kilometre-scale observatories that are designed to detect gravitational waves. These observatories are based on a technique called interferometry. You fire a laser beam down a tunnel, which is anywhere between a few hundred metres and four kilometres long. This beam is then split into two using something called a beam splitter, the two light beams then bounce off separate mirrors and recombine at the beam splitter, where we measure the difference between how far each beam has travelled. Huge astronomical events out in the Universe such as supernovae, merging neutron stars or black holes should cause tiny movements of the mirrors in these observatories, which we can sense. However, to detect this movement, the mirrors need to be made out of highly specialised materials, such as fused silica or high-purity silicon samples, which help to minimise noise in the detectors. The team at Glasgow collaborates with a number of universities and institutes around the world, working on a wide range of research topics. We have a great setup for research students here. Not only do we provide them with the opportunity to work within almost any aspect of gravitational-wave research, but because of our excellent collaborative links, there are also frequently options to travel abroad to study, says Professor Rowan. Students can expect to work in an environment where there is a mix of opportunities involving formal training, entrepreneurial skills, international linkages and industrial experience. www.glasgow.ac.uk/igr

Contact us
Dr David Miller,Senior Lecturer (Physics & Astronomy) and Adviser of Studies and Mrs Valerie Flood, Research and Teaching Support Secretary Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4702 Email: phas-pgradmissions @glasgow.ac.uk www.glasgow.ac.uk/physics/research/ postgraduate

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Renowned physicist William Thomson Lord Kelvin joined the University as a student aged just ten years. A professor at Glasgow for over 50 years, his contributions to the world of science range from thermal physics, electromagnetism and optics through to practical developments in domestic lighting, refrigeration, cable telegraph and marine compasses.

Seeing the future

Professor Miles Padgett is head of the Optics Research Group at Glasgow. The group comprises 15 academic, postdoctoral and postgraduate researchers who are pioneering new techniques that will change the way that scientists create and engage with experiments on a nanoscale. Richard Bowman is a PhD researcher who, in a collaboration with Professor Lee Cronin and Dr Geoff Cooper in Chemistry, is growing tiny tubes, as narrow as a human hair, out of a chemical substrate to create microscopic plumbing. Richard uses a tiny laser beam to guide the growth of the hollow crystal microtubes to create complicated networks. As these tubes are large enough only for a single cell to pass through, they can be used as conduits for transferring single cells from one place to another free from outside interference. It is hoped that optical manipulation methods such as this may herald a major change in the way that chemists work; for example, it may have an effect in cutting the time and cost incurred in processes like drug development. Next door to Richard, Michael Lee and Dr Arran Curran are working on a technique that uses optical manipulation technology to trap, move and study objects about 100 times smaller than the width of a human hair. They have developed optical tweezers and imaging technology that uses lasers to trap tiny microspheres and state-of-the-art cameras to image them. Because the microspheres are caught in the high-intensity focal point, Michael and Arran can move them around, or even make them jump from the focal spot of one laser to another. Because this jumping can transmit matter across biological barriers, the technique means that, working with their collaborators in Rome, the group can study how energy is transferred in certain biological processes that were previously a mystery. By studying in more detail ways that energy is transferred around cells, biologists could potentially develop the ability to conduct new experiments inside cells, and open up potential treatments for diseases. As science advances, we have to find new ways of interacting with very small things, often on the micro- or the nanoscale, Professor Padgett says. The optical manipulation technologies that we are working on are at the forefront of where optics meets other sciences and the team here are pioneering exciting futures for nanoscale science and engineering. www.glasgow.ac.uk/optics

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Physics & Astronomy: taught prgrammes

Physics: Energy & the Environment

The Masters in Physics: Energy & the Environment provides an understanding of the principles and methods of modern physics with particular emphasis on their application to global challenges in the area of sustainable energy, climate change and the environment at a level appropriate for a professional physicist. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time This MSc draws upon a wide range of advanced Masters-level courses. You will have the flexibility to tailor your choice of optional lecture courses and project work to a wide variety of specific research topics and their applications in the areas of energy and the environment. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses include: Energy and environment; Problem-solving workshop; Research skills; Advanced data analysis; Extended project. Optional courses include: Advanced electromagnetic theory; Advanced physics laboratory; Detectors and imaging; Plasma theory and diagnostics (alternate years, starting 201314); Statistical mechanics. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree in Physics or a related subject.

Physics: Life Sciences

The Masters in Physics: Life Sciences provides an understanding of the principles and methods of modern physics with particular emphasis on their application to global interdisciplinary challenges in the area of life sciences at a level appropriate for a professional physicist. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time The programme draws upon a wide range of advanced Masters-level courses. You will have the flexibility to tailor your choice of optional lecture courses and project work to a wide variety of specific research topics and their applications in the area of life sciences. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses include: Medical imaging; Problemsolving workshop; Research skills; Advanced data analysis; Extended project. Optional courses include: Applied optics; Statistical mechanics; Detectors and imaging; Basic transmission electron microscopy; Advanced electromagnetic theory; Advanced physics laboratory. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree in Physics or a related subject.

Astrophysics
The Masters in Astrophysics gives you an understanding of the principles and methods of modern astrophysics at a level appropriate for a professional physicist. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time The programme draws upon a wide range of advanced Masters-level courses. You will have the flexibility to tailor your choice of optional courses and project work to a variety of specific research topics and their applications in the area of astrophysics. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses include: Cosmology (alternate years, starting 201213); Stellar astrophysics (alternate years, starting 201314); Problemsolving workshop; Research skills; Advanced data analysis; Extended project. Optional courses include: General relativity and gravitation (alternate years, starting 201213); Plasma theory and diagnostics (alternate years, starting 201314); Pulsars and supernovae (alternate years, starting 201213); Statistical astronomy (alternate years, starting 201314); Gravitational wave detection; Advanced electromagnetic theory; Statistical mechanics; Dynamics, electrodynamics and relativity; Applied optics; Advanced astrophysics laboratory. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree in Physics or a related subject.

Theoretical Physics
The Masters in Theoretical Physics provides an understanding of the principles and methods of modern physics with particular emphasis on the theoretical aspects of the subject at a level appropriate for a professional physicist. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time This MSc draws upon a wide range of advanced Masters-level courses. You will have the flexibility to tailor your choice of optional lecture courses and project work to a wide variety of specific research topics and their applications in the area of theoretical physics. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses include: Quantum theory; Problemsolving workshop; Research skills; Advanced data analysis; Extended project. Optional courses include: Advanced electromagnetic theory; Statistical mechanics; Dynamics, electrodynamics and relativity; Groups and symmetries; Relativistic quantum fields; Applied optics; Advanced physics laboratory; Advanced mathematical methods; General relativity and gravitation (alternate years, offered 201213); Plasma theory and diagnostics (alternate years, offered 201314). Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree in Physics or a related subject.

Physics: Global Security

The Masters in Physics: Global Security provides an understanding of the principles and methods of modern physics with particular emphasis on their application to interdisciplinary challenges in the area of global security at a level appropriate for a professional physicist. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time The programme draws upon a wide range of advanced Masters-level courses. You will have the flexibility to tailor your choice of optional lecture courses and project work to a wide variety of specific research topics and their applications in the area of global security. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses include: Problem-solving workshop; Research skills; Advanced data analysis; Extended project. Optional courses include: Applied optics; Advanced physics laboratory; Statistical mechanics; Detectors and imaging; Groups and symmetries; Basic transmission electron microscopy; Advanced electromagnetic theory. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree in Physics or a related subject.

Physics: Advanced Materials

This Masters provides an understanding of the principles and methods of modern physics with particular emphasis on their application to global interdisciplinary challenges in the area of advanced materials at a level appropriate for a professional physicist. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time This MSc draws upon a wide range of advanced Masters-level courses. You will have the flexibility to tailor your choice of optional lecture courses and project work to a wide variety of specific research topics and their applications in the area of advanced materials. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab, project and team work. Core courses include: Solid state physics; Problem-solving workshop; Research skills; Advanced data analysis; Extended project. Optional courses include: Semiconductor physics; Statistical mechanics; Detectors and imaging; Basic transmission electron microscopy; Advanced physics laboratory. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree in Physics or a related subject.

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Psychology
Ranked seventh among all UK universities in the most recent Research Assessment Exercise (RAE), our internationally renowned School of Psychology offers an excellent research environment for a thriving postgraduate community.
Contact Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5089 Email: info@psy.glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
Psychology at Glasgow brings together worldleading expertise in experimental psychology, cognitive neuroscience, functional neuroimaging, neuropsychology and computational modelling. Using diverse approaches and paradigms, our research aims to advance our understanding of behaviour and the underlying mental processes and brain functions at multiple levels of analysis. Researchers are grouped across the School of Psychology and the Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging (CCNi), which provides stateof-the-art functional neuroimaging facilities. Many investigators have double-affiliations with links to the Institute of Neuroscience & Psychology, which spans two colleges (Science & Engineering, and Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences), and integrates research from molecular to systems neuroscience across a broad spectrum of interdisciplinary and translational programmes. We are committed to producing basic and applied research of the highest quality with a focus on three main areas: Cognitive and behavioural neuroscience Language and communication Perception and cognition

academic development and are transferable to the workplace. In order to facilitate this, our student learning and support mechanisms are constantly being developed, improved and augmented. Our graduate student seminar programme also forms an essential part of training. Our aim of offering learning and student support of the highest quality has been recognised both by students and by accrediting organisations in the most recent National Student Survey (2011) we were ranked within the top ten of all UK psychology departments.

Career prospects
Graduates have gone on to careers in research and teaching (for example, as lecturers) or entered other areas of psychological employment. Since psychology is about people and develops excellent transferable skills such as critical thinking, it can be applied to most nonspecialised areas of employment.

Resources and facilities

The cognitive & behavioural neuroscience group has impressive facilities including human high-density electroencephalography (EEG) systems (64128 channels) on campus and a 32-channel EEG system in the Neurophysiology Unit of Glasgows Southern General Hospital, where there is also an eye-tracking system on hand. CCNi houses state-of-the-art brain imaging facilities, including a 3T functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) scanner, a magnetoencephalography (MEG) system, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) systems, several fMRI, MEG and TMS-compatible EEG recording systems as well as major computing facilities. The language & communication group maintains and utilises several state-of-the-art laboratories with facilities including: Fourward Technologies Dual Purkinje Eyetracker (Gen V); two EyeLink head-mounted eyetrackers; several Mac and PC-based experimental run booths; and access to 64 and 128-channel EEG laboratories and neuroimaging facilities. The perception & cognition group has a suite of vision laboratories accommodating: split-screen and two-monitor stereoscopic configurations; Optotrak and 3D animation software; a stereoprojection system; several experimental booths; and access to EEG laboratories and neuroimaging facilities.

Learning environment
We are focused on providing excellent learning support for our postgraduate students in order to ultimately promote student success. Student success includes both an in-depth knowledge of psychology (acquired through taught courses and direct supervision), and also the development of key skills that are crucial to

Funding and scholarships

A limited number of postgraduate awards and bursaries are available. See www.glasgow. ac.uk/scienceandengineering/graduateschool/ scholarshipsandsupport. Postgraduate students are also invited to participate in undergraduate tutorial work, for which a small payment might be available.

The Universitys Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging (CCNi) brings together many of the worlds top cognitive neuroscientists and creates a research environment unique in Scotland and highly competitive with the rest of the world. See www.glasgow.ac.uk/ccni.

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We offer research training leading to the award of a PhD degree. Students undertake a substantial research project in a specific area of psychology under the guidance of one or more supervisors. The PhD degrees are examined by thesis and an oral examination.

Psychology: taught prgrammes

Brain Imaging
Neuroimaging is fast emerging as a key technique across psychology, many areas of medicine and health sciences in general. The Masters in Brain Imaging will train you in appropriate research skills for brain imaging research, emphasising advanced methods in the field and will provide you with knowledge of advanced research in key areas of cognitive psychology and cognitive neuroscience. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab work. Core courses: Research methods (two courses); Statistics; Professional skills; Brain imaging methods; Research project. Optional courses (one chosen): Visual perception; Psychology of language; Introduction to Matlab programming Entry requirements: Normally at least a 2.1 Honours degree in psychology or neuroscience or acceptable equivalent(s).

Research interests
Cognitive and behavioural neuroscience Auditory cognition High-level vision and cognition Attention and multi-sensory integration Perception and action Social interactions Brain development and ageing Computational modelling of cognition Circadian rhythms Language and communication Dialogue and the visual world Discourse processing Theory of mind and counterfactual processing Syntactic processing Quantifiers in linguistic focus Communication and conversation Second-language processing in aphasia Word recognition in context and semantic ambiguity Emotion word processing Perception and cognition Auditory cognition Biological motion Colour vision Depth perception Face perception Motion perception Psychophysics Predictive coding Perception of attractiveness We offer supervision across a wide range of areas. To find out more about potential supervisors, please view our staff profiles at www.glasgow.ac.uk/psychology/staff. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying.

Recognise this face?

Dr Rob Jenkins fascination with faces is bringing him recognition in the world of psychological research. Dr Jenkins, Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychology, has carved out a fascinating career path. Following a postdoctoral research post investigating face perception, he went on to look at gaze perception, how external stimuli drive our mental processes, social signalling, and brain imaging. Today, Dr Jenkins research has moved into the realm of facial identification. This is an issue that sounds really straightforward, but theres a lot still to be understood, says Dr Jenkins. Face recognition is important for passport control, and theres a long tradition of research in eyewitness testimony and its reliability. When were looking at the faces of friends, family, or celebrities, were so good at recognising them that its hard to imagine that there is anything difficult about it. But it turns out that if youre looking at unfamiliar faces, and this is the case of course if youre doing a criminal investigation, the process is actually much more error prone than is widely appreciated. The research is highly interdisciplinary, and Dr Jenkins is working closely with colleagues in computer science, pure maths and physics. This year, the Royal Society of Edinburgh awarded Dr Jenkins the Sir Thomas Makdougall Brisbane Medal, a new award for the physical sciences made to a young researcher in Scotland. Its exciting to win an award like this, says Dr Jenkins. One of the things that is great about it for me is that its an award for physical sciences. Its really nice to have that recognised, and it comes at a time when I have active collaborations with computer scientists, mathematicians and physicists. It just seems to fit where I am really well, so its fantastic news. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/robjenkins

Psychological Science, Research Methods of

This Masters in Research Methods of Psychological Science will provide you with both theoretical instruction and practical experience in the methods appropriate for scientific research in psychology. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Core courses: Research methods (two courses); Advanced statistics and research design; Professional skills; Research project. Depending on your funding source, you may also be required to attend a course in qualitative methods. Optional courses (one chosen): Visual perception and cognition; Psychology of language; Brain imaging; MatLab programming; Formal models and quantitative methods. You will also attend Scottish universities psychology postgraduate meetings, research seminars and journal clubs. Entry requirements: Normally at least a 2.1 Honours degree in psychology or neuroscience or acceptable equivalent(s). For more information: www.glasgow.ac.uk/ postgraduate/taught.

Contact us
Lynda Young, Postgraduate Secretary Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5089 Email: lynda.young@glasgow.ac.uk www.glasgow.ac.uk/psychology/ postgraduateresearchopportunities

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College of Social Sciences

We bring together the study of business, education, law and social and political science. Building upon the tradition of Adam Smith our world-leading research and teaching addresses local and global challenges. Among our impressive list of international partners is Nankai University, with whom we are promoting research on China through the Confucius Institute, based at Glasgow. www.glasgow.ac.uk/socialsciences

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Graduate School

A supportive environment
The Graduate School for Social Sciences draws together internationally recognised scholars and respected practitioners to offer a range of postgraduate research and taught opportunities.
Schools
Adam

Research environment
Were interested in theoretical, methodological and empirical research that addresses current and future global economic and social political challenges. Our expert academics are undertaking some of the most significant research in the UK in their subject areas. According to the most recent Research Assessment Exercise, which was conducted in 2008, accounting and finance at Glasgow ranked in the UKs top five, with European studies and town and country planning ranked in the UKs top ten. We are home to several dynamic research centres and a number of leading academic journals such as Europe-Asia Studies. Our college also hosts the Adam Smith Research Foundation, which provides a focus for interdisciplinary research.

Smith Business School of Education School of Interdisciplinary Studies School of Law School of Social & Political Sciences
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Research Institute
Institute of Health & Wellbeing (joint with the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences)

You may wish to participate in our award-winning online journal eSharp, which is run entirely by graduate students and encourages excellence in arts, humanities, social sciences and education research. Through providing opportunities for hands-on experience in journal management and editing, it can enhance your skills and employability.

Career development
Our college employability officer can give you advice and support on career planning, professional development, transferable skills training, work experience and placements. You may also be able to take advantage of opportunities to network with potential future employers, or train to become a graduate teaching assistant.

Contact Tel: +44 (0)141 330 1990 Email: gradschool.socsci@glasgow.ac.uk

Resources and facilities

As a postgraduate student in the college you will enjoy access to a range of resources and facilities, including: A dedicated Moot Court room modelled on a real court for students of law. The Adam Smith Business Schools Bloomberg Trading Room, the first of its kind within a Scottish university. Bloomberg trading rooms are used by asset management companies, investment banks, hedge funds, banks and central banks to analyse, price and trade stocks, bonds and derivatives in real time. A range of specialist libraries including the Adam Smith Library for social science students, the Wards Library for accounting and finance resources, the collections of the Centre for Business History and the Centre for the History of Medicine contained within the Lilybank House Library, and one of the worlds largest and most established collections in the Russian & East European Library.

Learning environment
Our graduate school draws together internationally recognised scholars and practitioners to offer an intellectually stimulating learning environment. If you study here, youll benefit from our network of national and international links and be able to take advantage of a number of events and conferences that take place throughout the year. We also offer an online writing programme to support and improve skills in writing, and a range of training courses including research workshops, labs and seminars that focus on social science statistics, qualitative methods and social theory for researchers.

Glasgow was arguably the birthplace of the Scottish Enlightenment and at its centre stood the University, where the leading academics of the day, such as father of economics Adam Smith, developed reasoned thinking to expand knowledge to new levels of understanding.

Funding and scholarships

A range of scholarships and funding opportunities is available: www.glasgow.ac.uk/socialsciences/ studentfundingopportunities. You may be interested in: college scholarships, which provide an annual stipend with fees paid at the Home/EU rate Adam Smith Research Foundation PhD Scholarships, covering full-time fees at the Home/EU rate the Kelvin Smith Scholarship Scheme for interdisciplinary research projects.

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Research programmes
We offer the following research degrees: PhD (Doctor of Philosophy): three years fulltime or five years part-time study; MLitt (Master of Letters) by Research: two years full-time and three years part-time; MSc (Master of Science) by Research: two years full-time and three years part-time; EdD (Doctor of Education): 60 months parttime by distance learning.

Taught programmes
We offer around 130 taught postgraduate programmes. These are listed by subject on the following pages.

Interdisciplinary research themes

The Adam Smith Research Foundation supports and encourages interdisciplinary research and collaboration within seven cross-college research themes: Globalisation, competitiveness and sustainability Governance, policy, accountability and risk management Health and wellbeing Inequalities, inclusion, identities and social change Justice, rights, security and conflict Learning across the professions People, places, engagement and change. Each year the foundation offers a number of PhD scholarships, covering full fees and maintenance (home/EU or overseas), in any of the seven research themes. If you are interested you should make initial contact with a school subject area, stating that you are applying for a College ASRF Scholarship, as the school selects candidates for the scholarship competition. According to the director, Professor Andrew Hoskins, those who are successful can take advantage of the enhanced learning opportunities on offer: Scholarship students can obviously benefit from our ongoing lecture and seminar series and research collaborations, so the foundation is not just a forum for academics, it also importantly contributes to the cutting-edge environment for postgraduate development at Glasgow. Its a community that they can plug into and draw upon other resources. www.glasgow.ac.uk/researchinstitutes/ adamsmith

How do I apply?
The online application is the quickest and easiest way of applying to Glasgow. The system allows you to fill out the standard application form online and submit this to the University immediately: www.glasgow.ac.uk/postgraduate/ howtoapplyforataughtdegree. You can also attach supporting documents including references, certificates and a transcript of previous studies. There are instructions throughout the online form to help you complete your application. You may save and return to your application as many times as you wish before submitting it. You may also access your application again to upload additional documents such as your language test or final transcript. Some programmes require additional information or documents. Please ensure you check prior to making your application.

How do I apply?
The online application is the quickest and easiest way of applying to Glasgow. The system allows you to fill out the standard application form online and submit this to the University immediately: www.glasgow.ac.uk/research/opportunities. You can also attach supporting documents including research proposal, references, certificates and a transcript of previous studies. There are instructions throughout the online form to help you complete your application. Before submitting, you may save and return to your application as many times as you wish within 42 days. You may also access your application again to upload additional documents such as your language test or final transcript.

When do I apply?
International applications (non-EU): Friday, 19 July 2013 UK and EU applications: Friday, 23 August 2013

When do I apply?
Many research programmes begin in September each year and applications should be submitted before 31 July if possible, for study in September.

Entry requirements
Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject unless otherwise stated.

Entry requirements
Normally a 2.1 Honours degree (GPA 3.0 or above) (or Masters) in a relevant discipline. In special circumstances, other academic qualifications, or professional qualifications or experience, may be recognised as equivalent.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English language proficiency level (see page 3 for general details). Some programmes list specific requirements.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English language proficiency level (see page 3 for general details).

Glasgows greats Glasgow has a history of producing high achievers, including industrial relations expert Donald Robertson. Scan the QR code or see www.glasgow.ac.uk/donaldrobertson for more information.

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Business
The University of Glasgow Adam Smith Business School celebrates the legacy of Adam Smith by developing internationally recognised research with real socio-economic impact. We are the largest graduate business school in Scotland and the second largest in the UK.
Contact
Tel: +44 (0)141 330 3993 Email: business-school@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
The school has over 70 academic staff and 1,488 postgraduate students over 70 of whom are research students. In the Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) 2008, 89% of our research was classed as of international quality, with over 15% being world leading. Our subject areas are: Accounting and finance Accounting and finance is a broad-based subject group, with research strengths in the main subareas of finance and market-based research, financial reporting and management accounting and control. There is also significant presence in the specialist areas of accounting education, accounting history, auditing and corporate governance. Economics Economics at Glasgow dates back to Adam Smith, an 18th-century University professor widely renowned as the father of modern economics. Today, we have research collaborations with several international and government organisations, including the World Bank, United Nations, Commonwealth Secretariat, HM Treasury, European Commission, and a number of government organisations in developing countries. Our research has also been used by numerous private sector institutions. Management Our research contributes to theoretical advancement as well as being relevant to management practice. We have national and international interdisciplinary research collaborations, not only with academic researchers, but also with policymakers and managers, addressing issues ranging from the internationalisation of SMEs through to the impact of technology on consumption.

Learning environment
Our postgraduate students benefit from joining a world-class learning community. Our academics have close connections with industry, which means were at the cutting edge of business knowledge. You will have the opportunity to interact with business people, University staff and your colleagues to increase your knowledge and gain an in-depth understanding of current issues in the global business environment. The school also offers an annual series of practitioners talks, seminars and workshops, which students are encouraged to attend.

Career prospects
Our business is creating leaders, researchers and professionals who can think critically, and who have the ability to affect organisations at the highest global level. As a result our graduates are in continual high demand. Companies and organisations that have recently hired our graduates include American Express, Amazon, Morgan Stanley, Lloyds TSB, JP Morgan, British Gas, Nationwide Building Society, General Motors, IBM, among many others. The school offers networking opportunities throughout the year, which attract students, alumni, staff, entrepreneurs and business leaders from the public and private sectors.

Dr Arjunan Subramanian, an economist in the Universitys Adam Smith Business School, has been awarded more than 430,000 from the Economic & Social Research Council and the Department for International Development for a three-year study to look at the role information and communications technology could play in improving rural welfare in India. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/arjunansubramanian

Accreditation
The school has accreditations by the following professional bodies: Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business; Association of MBAs (for the MBA programme); Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland; Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales; Association of Chartered Certified Accountants; Chartered Institute of Management Accountants; Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy. We are also members of the Association of Business Schools and of the European Foundation for Management Development.

Funding and scholarships

The school has a number of scholarships available to applicants from Glasgow or the EU for some of our taught programmes. See www.glasgow.ac.uk/scholarships/ homeandeuscholarships/postgraduatetaught. There are also a limited number of scholarships available to North American candidates applying for some of our taught programmes. Email enquiries to rio-scholarships@glasgow.ac.uk. We offer a number of fully funded PhD studentships (UK/EU/International fees and bursary) to exceptionally well-qualified individuals. Enquiries should be emailed to kathleen.kennedy@glasgow.ac.uk.

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We offer PhD programmes in the schools three subject areas, aimed at those who wish to become experts in a specialised field. A PhD is increasingly necessary for a successful academic career, and is also becoming an important distinguishing qualification for those who aspire to top positions in business, politics and the media. We provide research students with challenging and high-quality training in the theory and practice of research in accounting, finance, economics, and business disciplines. As a research graduate, you will be equipped to design and conduct high-quality research and you will be prepared for employment where excellent analytic and communication skills are valued.

Research interests
Accounting and finance in the areas of finance, market reactions to accounting, management accounting and control, judgement and decision-making in accounting and audit, and corporate reporting and governance. Economics in the areas of international finance; macroeconomics; financial economics; development economics; and regional economics. Financial economics a three-year researchbased programme for those with a good Masters in either economics or finance. Management for those who wish to become experts in a specialised field within business and management. Quantitative finance offered as a four-year programme for candidates with a minimum 2.1 Honours degree, or an equivalent nonUK degree, in economics or finance, or as a three-year programme for candidates with qualifications comparable to the MSc Quantitative Finance. We offer supervision across most areas of business. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at www.glasgow.ac.uk/schools/business/staff. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying.

The quest for global security

For Denis Fischbacher-Smith, Professor of Risk & Resilience, the policy problems of risk, security and crisis management are areas of research which have global applications for both businesses and government policymakers. Professor Fischbacher-Smiths current research has several main strands. The first strand of his research focuses on the mass evacuation of cities from both natural phenomena and terrorist actions. A recent project has focused on the evacuation of Naples during a potential eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Despite earlier assumptions by policymakers that the pyroclastic flows and surges from Vesuvius wouldnt reach Naples, recent excavations have discovered pyroclastic deposits in the outskirts of the city. It changes the basis of contingency planning, says Professor Fischbacher-Smith. The challenge then becomes one of how do you evacuate a city with three million people in it, when mostof the infrastructure wont work because ofthe ash? If we look back at the problems arising from the eruption of Eyjafjallajkull on Iceland in 2010 then it is likely that the problems from an eruption at Vesuvius would have a significant impact locally and across Europe. The second strand of the Professors current research is concerned with the ways in which ports might be conduits for the trafficking of people and small arms. Certain ports in Europe are likely to be key trafficking hubs, and he is collaborating with colleagues in the Universitys Centre for War Studies to look at how organisational controls can be developed to prevent that trafficking occurring. Professor Fischbacher-Smiths work ishighly interdisciplinary, and has included collaborations with colleagues in statistics, computer science, geographical sciences,war studies and veterinary medicine, as well as with several police forces and the Scottish Government (where he is currently on a research-based secondment to the Critical Infrastructure Resilience Unit). Within the risk and security field at the University there is that level of excitement that makes people want to talk about the research, he explains. There is a thriving research environment here in the area of risk and global security and there are numerous opportunities to interact with people from other disciplines. Glasgow has an active Global Security Network, which is a collection of all staff who carry out work in this field, so there are multiple opportunities to engage with colleagues across the Universitys research environment. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/ denisfischbacher-smith

Contact us
Angela Foster, Accounting and Finance Secretary Email: phdapplications@accfin.glasgow.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4985 Jane Brittin, Economics Secretary Email: jane.brittin@glasgow.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4658 Mrs Anne McCusker, Management Administrative Secretary Email: anne.mccusker@glasgow.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5411 www.glasgow.ac.uk/business/ postgraduateresearch

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Accounting & Finance: taught programmes
Optional courses: International banking and financial markets; Financial analysis and equity valuation. Entry requirements: Entry requirements are a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a subject such as mathematics, statistics, engineering or physics.

Corporate Governance & Accountability

This Masters programme will give you an international perspective on some of the most fundamentally important issues facing global business and society today and a theoretical and practical understanding of the fast-changing fields of governance and accountability. It will enhance your opportunity for a career in governance, accountability, corporate social responsibility, risk and control. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Teaching is through a combination of lectures, seminars and tutorials. The programme combines finance with governance in the first semester, while in the second semester you will have an opportunity to specialise in law, management or ethics, or to engage in further studies in accountancy or finance. You will also complete a dissertation of around 12,000 words. Core courses: International corporate finance; Management accounting and control; International corporate governance and accountability; Research methods. Optional courses: Accounting and business ethics; Competition economics and law; Governing risk and resilience; Human rights and business; Audit risk and control; Social accounting, reporting and finance. Entry requirements: Entry requirements are a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above); the subject matter is not important, but accounting/ finance students will be at an advantage. Some skill at mathematics is desirable.

International Accounting & Financial Management

The MAcc at Glasgow is one of the longest established programmes of its kind in the UK. It attracts large numbers of applicants every year, and is taught by highly skilled staff of international reputation. You will benefit from a careful blend of the latest course materials and the most recent research into areas such as international financial reporting, management accounting and control, and corporate financial management. Programme overview MAcc: 12 months full-time Teaching is through a combination of lectures, seminars and tutorials. The programme consists of five core courses and a choice of two optional courses, followed by a dissertation of around 12,000 words. Core courses: International financial accounting for multinational companies; Management accounting and control; International corporate finance; Issues in accounting research; Research methods. Optional courses: Advanced international corporate reporting; Auditing, risk and control; Accounting and business ethics; Social accounting, reporting and finance; Global issues in management accounting; Islamic accounting and reporting. Entry requirements: Undergraduate qualification equivalent at least to a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent. At least four full-credit courses in accounting or finance must have been studied as part of an Honours degree, including at least one at post-elementary level.

Watching the pennies

The financial crisis has catapulted the areas of audit market research and company disclosure into the spotlight. When the banks failed, there was a cry of where were the auditors? And alongside that particular event theres long-standing concern that there is a concentration of big firms in the audit market, says Vivien Beattie, Professor of Accounting. The big four firms, PricewaterhouseCoopers, KPMG, Ernst & Young and Deloitte, audit nearly all the FTSE 100 and 350 companies. Professor Beatties research into auditor independence and choice led to an invitation to the House of Lords to take part in their inquiry into auditor concentration. One of the outcomes was a referral of the audit market to the Competition Commission. That inquiry is ongoing and Im involved as an academic adviser. The findings will be highly policy-relevant and could lead to limiting the number of companies that the big four audit firms could audit, allowing other firms to get more business. Its a very, very big deal for the audit industry, says Professor Beattie. Company disclosure is another highly topical area of work. My research is about what they call the front end of the annual report, which is the narrative, explains Professor Beattie. Its become increasingly recognised as an important part of the reporting package, and theres a concern that in the banking crisis there was an overload of information. With some of the banks accounts running to 300 pages, it was hard to find key information revealing that they were lending to people unable to repay. Theres a global initiative to marry the words and numbers in the financial statements as a comprehensive whole, and to start the reporting with the business model and strategy. If theres a clear articulation of that, the rest should fall into place. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/vivienbeattie

Financial Modelling
Financial modelling integrates mathematical and statistical methods with advanced studies in finance. This Masters programme will provide you with an enquiry-led understanding of interconnected subject areas in mathematics, statistics and finance. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Teaching is through a combination of lectures, seminars and tutorials. The programme consists of seven core courses and one optional course, followed by a dissertation of around 12,000 words. The dissertation, which will have a finance-related theme, offers you the flexibility to specialise based on your chosen area of interest. Core courses: International capital markets; Mathematical methods for finance; Statistical inference (half credit course); Probability for finance (half credit course); Dissertation and research methods; Financial reporting and interpretation; Mathematical and statistical modelling for finance.

International Corporate Finance & Banking

This Masters programme is one of the few empirically based banking and finance degrees in the UK, and is taught by specialist lecturers who are active researchers in their fields, and are internationally recognised for the quality of their research. The programme meets the needs of finance students who wish to specialise in one of the many careers offered in the banking sector. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time The programme starts from a study of general market-based finance and builds from there to

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a detailed study of banking, with supporting courses in ethics and statistics. You will be expected to analyse and evaluate some of the key recent research in this topic area. Teaching is through a combination of lectures, seminars and tutorials. The programme consists of seven core courses, followed by a dissertation of around 12,000 words. Core courses: International capital markets; International corporate finance; Statistics for business research; Research methods; Financial management in banking; International banking and financial markets; Financial regulation and ethics. Entry requirements: Undergraduate qualification equivalent at least to a 2.1 Honours degree from a UK university.

International Financial Analysis

This Masters programme is strongly researchled with a focus on the latest finance theories. This programme contains a careful blend of courses that are designed to smooth the way to obtaining the Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) Institute Charter and a professional career in financial services. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time The programme is made up of six core courses and a choice of one optional course. You will also complete a dissertation of around 12,000 words. Core courses: International capital markets; International corporate finance; Statistics for business research; Research methods; Financial analysis and equity valuation; Financial reporting and interpretation. Optional courses: International financial management; Financial management in banking. You will also complete a dissertation of around 12,000 words. Entry requirements: Undergraduate qualification equivalent at least to a 2.1 Honours degree from a UK university.

International Finance
The Glasgow MFin is a long-established and consistently successful Masters programme, and is one of only a few MFin degrees in the UK. It is a wide-ranging finance degree that offers the opportunity to study key issues in international finance. The programmes content is strongly research-led and carefully balances a blend of courses and topics, reflecting the dynamic nature of contemporary finance. Programme overview MFin: 12 months full-time The programme consists of four core courses and a choice of three optional courses, followed by a dissertation of around 12,000 words. Core courses: International corporate finance; Statistics for business research; International capital markets; Research methods. Optional courses: International financial management; Financial analysis and equity valuation; Financial regulation and ethics; Behavioural finance; Mergers and acquisitions; International banking and financial markets. You will also complete a dissertation of around 12,000 words. Entry requirements: Undergraduate qualification equivalent at least to a 2.1 from a UK university. An IELTS (or equivalent) English language qualification is also required with 6.5 average and no individual element lower than 6.0.

Finding the right degree

Postgraduate student Emily Mohr found the specific degree programme and practical training she was looking for in the Universitys MSc in International Financial Analysis. Before applying here I knew I wanted to be a financial analyst, explains Emily, who started her studies in 2011. I want to work in mergers and acquisitions; that interests me the most. Glasgow offered the exact programme she was looking for, so it seemed like the perfect fit. We study forecasting, financial markets, and the analysis of different companies. And Glasgow is a really beautiful place to live. As an international student, Emily was keen to attend a university with a very strong international reputation. Everyone has heard of the University of Glasgow, and I knew that people would respect my degree from here. During her time at the University Emily has met and worked with people from all over the world, including India, Vietnam, the United States and Nigeria. Emily has also become very involved with the facilities and societies at Glasgow during her time here, including singing in the choir, joining the sailing club, and taking part in Salsa4water, a student-run volunteer project in Glasgow that teaches salsa dancing and raises money for the charity WaterAid. I didnt have much time left after studying as well, but it was worth it. I wanted to get very involved in life here. The University of Glasgow maintains a strong sense of community and a very supportive and friendly atmosphere. I wasnt expecting it to be like this, because its such a large university, says Emily. Its a much bigger university than I was used to, but I really think its like a community here. I think thats what Ive enjoyed about Glasgow the most.

Economics: taught programmes

Banking & Financial Services

This Masters programme offers training in the key areas of banking and financial services. It provides you with an understanding of management and regulation of financial markets, various models of pricing financial assets such as stocks, bonds and elective contracts and the underlying assumptions of such models. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take five core courses and choose two optional courses. Core courses: Financial services; International corporate finance; International finance and money; Modern theory of banking and finance; Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Advanced portfolio analysis; Financial institutions and markets in developing countries; Financial sector stability and growth; International trade; Monetary policy and the role of central banks; Portfolio analysis and investment (co-requisite for Advanced portfolio analysis). You will also complete a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: You should have at least a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent. Normally this should be a degree in economics or finance or a joint degree containing a significant amount of economics or finance (at least four credit-bearing courses in economics and/or finance).

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Adam Smith Business School Development Studies

This Masters programme provides training in the general field of economic development and gives you the opportunity to specialise through the optional courses. It is designed for noneconomics graduates in the social sciences who are seeking to move into the development field. It will be suitable if you wish to pursue careers in teaching or research; if you wish to expand your knowledge as a government official; or if you are working in this field for international agencies or in non-governmental organisations concerned with development. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time The programme consists of three core and four optional courses. Core courses: Growth and development; Development policy; Dissertation and research methods training. Optional courses: Aid and development; Basic econometrics; Environmental economics; Financial institutions and markets in developing countries; Foreign direct investment and development; International trade; Policies for sustainability and development; Project planning, appraisal and implementation; The economics of inequality and deprivation; The IMF, World Bank and economic growth; Theory and principles of sustainability. If you have little or no economics you are strongly recommended to take the non-credit introductory course to economics offered before Semester 1 begins. You will also complete a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: Entry requirements are a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a social sciences subject. Occasionally candidates with other qualifications and relevant work experience may also be admitted. If you have a degree in economics and wish to pursue further studies in development economics you are advised to apply for the MSc Economic Development or the MSc Finance & Economic Development. Core courses: Financial institutions and markets in developing countries; International macroeconomics and policy; International finance and money; Money, finance and growth; Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Aid and development; Basic econometrics; Financial sector stability and growth; Financial services; Foreign direct investment and development; International trade; Modelling and forecasting financial markets; Project planning, appraisal and implementation; The IMF, World Bank and economic growth; Public finance. You will also write a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: Entry requirements for postgraduate taught programmes are a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in economics or in a relevant subject containing a significant amount of economics (at least four credit-bearing courses in economics). Those who do not have such a background but would like to pursue further studies in the area of banking/finance are advised to apply for the MSc International Banking & Finance or the MSc International Finance & Economic Policy, depending on their interests. Optional courses are also offered in Economic & Social History and Politics. You will also complete a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: Entry requirements are a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in economics or in a relevant subject containing a significant amount of economics. If you do not have a background in economics but intend to pursue further studies in the area of development, you are advised to apply for the MSc Development Studies.

Economics, Banking & Finance

This Masters programme focuses on economic analysis of financial and banking issues. It is aimed at policymakers in government ministries and developing countries central banks; postgraduate students who are interested in issues of particular concern to developing countries; or those who work in financial institutions and government organisations involved in decision making. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take five core courses and select two optional courses. Core courses: International macroeconomics and policy; Money, finance and growth; Modern theory of banking and finance; Monetary policy and the role of central banks; Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Basic econometrics; Financial institutions and markets in developing countries; Financial sector stability and growth; Financial services; Foreign direct investment and development; International finance and money; International trade; Modelling and forecasting financial markets; Project planning appraisal and implementation; The IMF, World Bank and economic growth; Public finance. You will also write a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: Entry requirements are a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in economics or in a relevant subject containing a significant amount of economics. If you do not have the background outlined above but would like to pursue further study in the area of banking/finance, you are advised to apply for the MSc International Banking & Finance or the MSc International Finance & Economic Policy, depending on your interest.

Economic Development
This Masters programme will be suitable if you wish to build upon your knowledge of economics. It will explore the broad themes associated with the economics of development and assist you to pursue careers in teaching and/or research in economic development. It is also appropriate if you work as a government official concerned with economic development, or if you are a development worker in international agencies or similar organisations. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take four core courses and select three optional courses from the list below. Core courses: Development policy; Growth and development; The IMF, World Bank and economic growth; Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Aid and development; Basic econometrics; Environmental economics; Financial institutions and markets in developing countries; Financial sector stability and growth; Foreign direct investment and development; International trade; Money, finance and growth; Policies for sustainability and development; Project planning, appraisal and implementation; Theory and principles of sustainability; The economics of inequality and deprivation.

Economic & Financial Sector Policies

This Masters programme is oriented towards a developing country context and is designed for the needs of economists within central banks and ministries of finance in developing countries or within international organisations, aid agencies or financial institutions having links with developing countries. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take five core courses and select two optional courses.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/business Environment & Sustainable Development

This multidisciplinary Masters programme is designed for those intending to pursue careers in environmental project management; as professional planning staff in private or public sector organisations concerned with the design and implementation of environmental policies (especially in developing countries); or if you are working on environmental issues in international agencies or academic and research institutions. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take five core courses and select two optional courses from the list below. A refresher course in economics is also available for those who wish to revise their economics. Core courses: Development policy; Environmental economics; Policies for sustainability and development; Research methods and dissertation training; Theory and principles of sustainability. Optional courses: Aid and development; Basic econometrics; Financial institutions and markets in developing countries; Growth and development; International trade; Money, finance and growth; Project planning, appraisal and implementation; The IMF, World Bank and economic growth. You will also write a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: Entry requirements are a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in economics or in a relevant subject containing a significant amount of economics. Applications may also be considered from those with other backgrounds, particularly in technical subjects such as engineering or earth sciences (with at least two credit-bearing courses in economics). Optional courses: Human rights and global politics; International security and global politics; Challenges in international politics; Critical perspectives on human rights; Development policy; Project planning, appraisal and implementation; The economics of inequality and deprivation; The IMF, World Bank and economic growth; Comparative European politics or Institutions and policies of the European Union. You will also write a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree, or comparable non-UK degree, in any social science subject, preferably with some politics and/or economics. Occasionally candidates with other qualifications and/or relevant work experience may also be admitted.

Finance & Economic Development

The training provided by this Masters programme is suitable if you are concerned with finance and development issues in governments, central banks and international organisations including commercial banks and corporations. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take four core courses and select three optional courses from the list below. Core courses: Growth and development; Money, finance and growth; Financial institutions and markets in developing countries; Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Aid and development; Basic econometrics; Development policy; Environmental economics; Financial sector stability and growth; Foreign direct investment and development; International finance and money; International macroeconomics and policy; International trade; Project planning, appraisal and implementation; The economics of inequality and deprivation; The IMF, World Bank and economic growth. You will also write a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: 2.1 Honours degree or nonUK equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in economics or in a relevant subject containing a significant amount of economics.

An international experience
Postgraduate student Sumeng Chang has found the Adam Smith Business School and University to be cosmopolitan and friendly. My classmates come from many different countries including, for example, China, America, Indonesia, and Malaysia, she says. We share our cultures with each other and we share our experiences here in Glasgow. I think its a wonderful place for international students, and the local people are very kind and helpful. Having arrived in Glasgow in 2011 to study for an MSc in Financial Economics, Sumeng hopes to work as an international business journalist in the future. I started becoming interested in journalism during my student days in China, she explains. I knew that if I wanted to be a business journalist I should focus on business and finance. I felt that I would need to have a very strong background in business and economics, and thats why I came to Glasgow. The University hosts recruitment fairs that attract many large companies, introducing postgraduate students to a variety of careers opportunities, as well as providing careers support through advice and training sessions. I have been given a lot of support here, says Sumeng. The Careers Service helped me with my CV and job applications, and they can also arrange interviews and help us practise and prepare. Glasgows strong reputation in business and finance attracts many international students every year, and Sumeng is proud to tell her friends from home about her experiences here. The University of Glasgow is ancient. It really is an impressive place to study, to live, and to communicate with friends from different countries.

Europe & International Development (Politics & Economics)

This Masters programme focuses on international development policy from a European policy perspective. It will be particularly suitable if you work or intend to work in institutions such as the EU and donor countries ministries for international development, non-governmental organisations and ministries in recipient countries where aid from the EU or other European countries is significant. This interdisciplinary programme includes both economics and politics courses. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take five core courses and choose two optional courses from the list below. Core courses: Aid and development; Growth and development; The EU in international politics and development; Comparative European politics or Institutions and policies of the European Union; Research methods and dissertation training.

Financial Economics
This Masters programme offers training in the key macroeconomic and microeconomic issues fundamental to financial decision making. It draws on the most recent developments in these areas. It gives you a strong foundation for PhD research as well as a toolkit to gain employment in a wide range of spheres. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Teaching is provided by lectures. Technical subjects are supported by weekly or fortnightly

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tutorials, which provide opportunities for you to engage with issues and questions in a group format. Some courses also involve lab sessions in which you will use specialised software, for instance in the study of econometrics. You will take six core courses and select two optional courses. Core courses: Basic econometrics (or Modelling and forecasting financial markets, subject to the approval of the programme director); Economic fundamentals and financial markets; Macroeconomics; Microeconomics; Modelling and forecasting financial markets (for students who are not required to take Basic econometrics); Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Applied computational finance; C++ in finance; Empirical asset pricing; Financial sector stability and growth; Investment, finance and asset prices; Mathematical finance; Modelling and forecasting financial markets (if not taken as a compulsory course); Money, finance and growth; Public finance. You will also complete a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: You should have at least a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent. Normally this should be a degree in economics or a joint degree containing a significant amount of economics (at least four credit-bearing courses in economics). Optional courses: Advanced portfolio analysis; Applied computational finance; C++ in finance; Corporate finance and investment; Economic fundamentals and financial markets; Empirical asset pricing; Financial derivatives; International finance and money; International financial accounting for multinational companies; Investment, finance and asset prices; Mathematical finance (co-requisite course for Financial derivatives). You will also complete a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: You should have at least a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent. Normally this should be a degree in economics or finance or a joint degree containing a significant amount of economics or finance (at least four credit-bearing courses in economics and/or finance).

Developing expertise
The Universitys Centre for Development Studies is a leading institution in the UK for postgraduate study and research in the field of development. Dr Luis Angeles is the centres director. We are all economists at the centre, so our research in development is very much from this perspective, he says. One of my colleagues is looking at how foreign direct investment affects different developing countries, another is a specialist in economic growth in China, and we have an expert in agricultural economics and environmental economics. My own research is about long-term determinants of development, especially how the colonial past has an effect on economic development over time. So there is a large range of expertise here for potential research students who are interested in development studies. Dr Angeles upbringing in Bolivia triggered his own interest in development studies. I come from a developing country and you want to understand your own home, he says. And it would seem that the PhD students he is currently supervising, both from Pakistan, share this view. Sohail Farooq is focusing on assessing foreign aid in developing countries, while Khadija Shams is conducting a study to identify the root causes of poverty and income inequalities in rural areas of Pakistan. My PhD students are clearly interested in the development side as its what they see every day. Theyre both lecturers in economics in Pakistan so they will take what theyve learned here on their PhD topics, and also about society and life in Glasgow, back to their own country to pass on. Hopefully this knowledge and experience can help make a difference. www.glasgow.ac.uk/postgraduate/cds

Financial Risk Management

This Masters programme looks at the economic and financial determinants of financial risk including market risk and some elements of liquidity and counterpart risk. You will learn how to take advantage of the opportunities inherent to financial risk. In addition to acquiring a sound understanding of financial risk, you will learn how to use financial instruments in practice to achieve different goals and how to optimise your opportunities. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Teaching is based on formal lectures which also allow opportunities for class discussion. Technical subjects are supported by weekly or fortnightly small tutorials, which provide opportunities for you to engage with some issues or questions in a group format. Some courses also involve lab sessions using specialised software, for instance in the study of econometrics. You will take five core courses and select two optional courses. Core courses: Basic econometrics (or Modelling and forecasting financial markets subject to approval from the programme director); Economic fundamentals and financial markets; Financial markets, securities and derivatives; Financial risk analysis; Modelling and forecasting financial markets (for students who are not required to take Basic econometrics); Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Advanced portfolio analysis; C++ in finance; Corporate finance and investment; Empirical asset pricing; Financial derivatives; Financial services; International finance and money; Mathematical finance (co-requisite for Financial derivatives); Modelling and forecasting

Financial Forecasting & Investment

This Masters programme offers training in the key areas of financial analysis, forecasting and financial investment. It will provide you with an understanding of the underlying forces driving financial markets and the relevant analytical tools; the management of portfolios to optimise clients objectives; and the forecasting of the future behaviour of stocks, interest rates and exchange rates. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time Teaching is provided by lectures. Technical subjects are supported by weekly or fortnightly tutorials, which provide opportunities for you to engage with issues and questions in a group format. Some courses also involve lab sessions using specialised software, for instance in the study of econometrics. You will take five core courses and select two optional courses. Core courses: Basic econometrics; Financial markets, securities and derivatives; Modelling and forecasting financial markets; Portfolio analysis and investment (co-requisite course for Advanced portfolio analysis); Research methods and dissertation training.

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financial markets (if not taken as a compulsory course); Portfolio analysis and investment (corequisite for Advanced portfolio analysis). You will also complete a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: Applicants should have at least a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent. Normally this should be a degree in economics, finance, engineering, physics or another highly mathematical discipline.

International Development
Issues such as aid, debt, foreign direct investment, trade and financial integration are key topics in this Masters in International Development. You will be taught methods of analysing the possible economic effects of aid (in particular, on public expenditure, investment and growth); the possible social and political effects of aid (in particular on poverty eradication, welfare, corruption and good governance); and the underlying theories of development that govern financial assistance by the World Bank and International Monetary Fund. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take four core courses and select three optional courses. Core courses: Aid and development; International trade; The IMF, World Bank and economic growth; Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Basic econometrics; Development policy; Financial institutions and markets in developing countries; Foreign direct investment and development; Growth and development; Policies for sustainability and development; Project planning, appraisal and implementation; Theory and principles of sustainability; The economics of inequality and deprivation. Optional courses are also offered in Politics and Economic and Social History. You will also write a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: Entry requirements for postgraduate taught programmes are a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in economics or in a relevant subject containing a significant amount of economics. Those who do not have such a background but intend to pursue further studies in the area of development are advised to apply for the MSc Europe & International Development or the MSc Development Studies depending on their interests.

Core courses: International corporate finance; International macroeconomics and policy; International finance and money; International financial management; Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Basic econometrics; Financial analysis and equity valuation; Financial institutions and markets in developing countries; Financial sector stability and growth; Foreign direct investment and development; Growth and development; International banking and financial markets; International financial accounting for MNCs; International trade; Modelling and forecasting financial markets; Money, finance and growth; Project planning, appraisal and implementation; Public finance; The IMF, World Bank and economic growth. You will also write a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: Entry requirements for postgraduate taught programmes are a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above). Candidates should have a good background in economics though not necessarily an economics degree. In particular, applications will be considered from those with an accounting, finance or management background.

International Banking & Finance

This Masters programme offers interdisciplinary training on issues related to international banking and finance. It is designed for those seeking a career in international finance within the international banking system, international corporations, or public sector agencies such as central banks and ministries of finance. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take five compulsory courses and select two optional courses. Core courses: Financial markets, securities and derivatives; International corporate finance; Monetary policy and the role of central banks; Modern theory of banking and finance; Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Basic econometrics; Financial institutions and markets in developing countries; Financial sector stability and growth; Foreign direct investment and development; International finance and money; International macroeconomics and policy; International trade; International banking and financial markets; International capital markets; International financial management; Financial analysis and equity valuation; International financial accounting for MNCs; Modelling and forecasting financial markets; Project planning, appraisal and implementation; Public finance; The IMF, World Bank and economic growth. Optional courses are also offered in politics. You will also write a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: Entry requirements are a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above). Candidates should have a good background in economics though not necessarily an economics degree. In particular, applications will be considered from those with an accounting, finance or management background.

International Financial Economics

This Masters programme offers training in the core areas of macroeconomics, microeconomics and financial economics and has a specific international perspective. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take five core courses and select two optional courses. Core courses: Basic econometrics (or Modelling and forecasting financial markets subject to the approval of the programme director); International finance and money; Macroeconomics; Microeconomics; Modelling and forecasting financial markets (for students who are not required to take basic econometrics); Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Economic fundamentals and financial markets; Financial institutions and markets in developing countries; Financial sector stability and growth; International trade; Investment, finance and asset prices; Modelling and forecasting financial markets (if not taken as a compulsory course); Money, finance and growth; Public finance. You will also complete a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: You should have at least a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent. Normally this should be a degree in economics or a joint degree containing a significant amount of economics (at least four credit-bearing courses in economics).

International Finance & Economic Policy

This Masters programme offers an interdisciplinary training in economics and finance for a career in international finance within the international banking system, international corporations and appropriate public sector agencies such as ministries of finance and central banks. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take five core courses and select two optional courses.

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This Masters programme is for those with a special interest in international economics and its two components: international trade, and international finance and money. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take six core courses and select one optional course. Core courses: Basic econometrics; International finance and money; International trade; Macroeconomics; Microeconomics; Modelling and forecasting financial markets (for students who are not required to take basic econometrics); Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Economic fundamentals and financial markets; Financial institutions and markets in developing countries; Financial sector stability and growth; Investment, finance and asset prices; Modelling and forecasting financial markets (if not taken as a compulsory course); Public finance. Entry requirements: You should have at least a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent. Normally this should be a degree in economics or a joint degree containing a significant amount of economics (at least four credit-bearing courses in economics). Entry requirements: Applicants should have at least a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent. Normally this should be a degree in economics or finance or a joint degree containing a significant amount of economics or finance (at least four credit-bearing courses in economics and/or finance).

Management: taught programmes

International Business & Economic Development

This Masters programme will provide you with all the practical skills and knowledge to develop your management career in international business or economic development in advanced or rapidly growing economies. Alongside academic staff, you will have access to senior economic development professionals through programme workshops. By the end, you will be equipped to think and act more strategically through your enhanced understanding and analysis of the key issues of economic development. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time For the MSc you will take seven core courses, three optional courses and submit a dissertation. The courses will combine lectures, seminars, workshops, case analyses and project work. Core courses: International strategic management; Business finance; Global business environment; Managing across cultures and comparative management; Economic development in practice; Strategic approaches to delivering economic development; Research methods. Optional courses: Developing competitive places in global, national and regional contexts; Developing key sectors to deliver economic development; Skills, human resource development and economic development; Business development and its contribution to economic development; Partnership and collaborative working for economic development. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent in a social science discipline.

Quantitative Finance
This Masters programme offers training in the core areas of finance. It draws on recent developments in each of the subject areas with a quantitative approach to understanding the structure of financial markets and forecasting their expected movements. It will develop your understanding of theory and its practical applications as well as real-life skills, such as pricing financial derivatives and forecasting exchange rates. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take five core courses and select two optional courses. Core courses: Basic econometrics*; Financial derivatives; Mathematical finance (co-requisite for Financial derivatives); Modelling and forecasting financial markets; Research methods and dissertation training. * If you already have Basic econometrics you will take three core courses and three optional courses, subject to the approval of the programme director. Optional courses: Advanced portfolio analysis; Applied computational finance; C++ in finance; Empirical asset pricing; Economic fundamentals and financial markets; Portfolio analysis and investment (co-requisite for Advanced portfolio analysis). You will also complete a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. Entry requirements: You should have at least a 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent. Normally this should be a degree in economics, finance, engineering, physics or another highly mathematical discipline.

Investment Banking & Finance

This Masters programme offers training in the key areas of investment banking and financial investment. You will acquire an understanding of how financial markets operate, particularly in relation to the aims and operations of banking organisations and institutions. You will also study corporate finance theories and techniques including credit risk management, capital structure and dividend payout policy. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take five core courses and select two optional courses. Core courses: Corporate finance and investment (subject to course approval); Financial markets, securities and derivatives; Modern theory of banking and finance; Portfolio analysis and investment (co-requisite for Advanced portfolio analysis); Research methods and dissertation training. Optional courses: Advanced portfolio analysis; Economic fundamentals and financial markets; Financial sector stability and growth; Financial derivatives; International finance and money; Investment, finance and asset prices; Mathematical finance (co-requisite for financial derivatives); Monetary policy and the role of central banks.

International Business & Entrepreneurship

This specialist Masters programme, which offers real consulting experience, will give you advanced knowledge and capabilities in international business, crosscultural management and international entrepreneurship. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take eight core courses, three optional courses and submit a dissertation. The courses will combine lectures, seminars, workshops, case analyses and project work. You will also complete a consultancy project with a real company. Core courses: Global business environment; International strategic management; International entrepreneurship and innovation; Managing across cultures and comparative management; International marketing management; Business finance; International management solutions; Research methods.

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Optional courses include: International brand management; Global online entrepreneurship; Export marketing; Managing the multinational enterprise and subsidiaries; International business ethics; Managing innovation and technology transfer; European business environment; Business environment in China; American business and management in an international context; International negotiations and dispute resolution. Entry requirements: A minimum 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent) in business and management or in a related subject (containing a significant amount of business, commerce, economics and/or management).

International Management & Leadership

This new Masters programme aims to develop you into a responsible leader who sets organisational strategies with due regard to governance, legislative and environmental agendas. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will complete seven core courses and three optional courses, as well as a research project. All of the core and optional courses you take will emphasise the development of leadership qualities at different appropriate organisational levels. Our approach to leadership is that it is not simply a senior management role, but rather needs to be more widely dispersed throughout the organisational hierarchy. Core courses: International strategic management; Business finance; The international business environment; Managing across cultures; Research methods; Leading and managing people and organisations; Organisations and society. Optional courses: Managing innovative change; Influencing skills; Learning and development; Managing diversity in organisations; Organisational misbehaviour; Knowledge economy; Managing in creative industries; International negotiation and dispute resolution. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent, in business, commerce, economics, management or a joint degree with 30% of credits in the aforementioned. Applications may also be considered from those with degrees in sociology and/or psychology or in related subjects containing organisational behaviour, management psychology, the science of leadership and/or human resource development.

Market planning and decision making; Analytical problems in market futurecast; International marketing foresight; Research methods. Optional courses: International brand management; International business ethics; Export marketing; Advanced topics in marketing futurecast; E-marketing strategy; Knowledge economy; Internationalisation of small and medium-sized enterprises; Business growth. Entry requirements: A minimum 2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent in business and management or in a related subject (containing a significant amount of business, commerce, economics and/or management).

International Management & Design Innovation

This Masters will develop your creativity, flexibility, adaptive capacity and your ability to work in complex teams across disciplines. These skills will be put to the test on a consultancy project for a real company. Design innovation is an inclusive and iterative process that facilitates creative solutions to complex issues. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time The University of Glasgow Adam Smith Business School, The Glasgow School of Art (GSA) and the School of Design run this programme jointly. You will study and research across a range of areas that will include the principles and procedures of management and the sociocultural, economic and political perspectives of design. We will encourage you to develop new ideas and to investigate and formulate ways of producing novel solutions. Core courses: Global business environment; Managing across cultures and comparative management; International strategic management; Business finance; Collaborative practices (offered by GSA); Contextual practices (offered by GSA); Research methods. Entry requirements: You should have at least a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in design or management or in a relevant subject. We will also consider your application if you are qualified with the Chartered Institute of Marketing and have an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject; or if you have relevant design practice experience.

Management
This Masters programme provides a detailed understanding of modern business principles, including financial information management, managing people in organisations, marketing and strategy. As a graduate from a nonbusiness discipline, this programme will provide you with a rapid and reliable understanding of contemporary management principles, priorities, practices and issues. You will combine an academic understanding of management with applied knowledge and effective, practical insights and capabilities. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time For the MSc you will take six core courses, four optional courses and complete an individual project comprising a comprehensive and critical review of a selected topic. There is also a nonassessed, compulsory workshop programme. You will also participate in a series of reflective learning exercises. These include induction events (involving outdoor challenges and crosscultural team building), strategic case analyses and debates on topics like business ethics. The taught courses comprise a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, fieldwork and project work, both in groups and individually. You will also have opportunities for study trips in the UK and abroad. Core courses: People in organisations; Operations management; Financial information management; Marketing management; Research methods; Strategy and the competitive environment. Optional courses include: E-Commerce; Processes of entrepreneurship; The internationalisation of small and medium enterprises; The knowledge economy; Entrepreneurial finance; Export marketing; Analytical marketing; Managing diversity in organisations; Learning and development; The business environment in China; American business and management in an international context. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent in any subject. Prior work experience is encouraged but not required. If you have a degree in a business-related discipline and

International Strategic Marketing

The Masters in International Strategic Marketing will build on your general foundation in business/commerce and management. It is designed to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding required by marketing professionals operating in todays highly globalised and competitive world. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will participate in a research-led programme with courses that develop your competence in sound strategic marketing planning. You will gain expertise in international marketing, including strategic thinking, financing your market plan, and all the skills required to become a success in your chosen international marketing career. Core courses: Global business environment; International strategic management; International marketing management; Business finance; Consumer behaviour; Marketing communications;

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wish to pursue further studies in business and management you are advised to apply for our specialist MSc programmes which include International Business & Economic Development, International Business & Entrepreneurship, International Management & Design Innovation, International Management & Leadership, International Management for China or International Strategic Marketing depending on your area of interest.

Management with Human Resources

This Masters provides you with a detailed understanding of modern business principles, techniques and contextual conditions, paying particular attention to human resource management. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take seven core courses, three optional courses, and complete an individual project. There is also a non-assessed, compulsory workshop programme. You will participate in a series of reflective learning exercises. These include induction events (involving outdoor challenges and cross-cultural team building), strategic case analyses and debates on topics like business ethics. The first part of the programme focuses on the building blocks of management, such as strategic management and marketing, while the second half of the programme will allow you to develop specialist knowledge and skills in human resource management. The courses will prepare you for the challenges of managing in culturally diverse and ever-changing business contexts. The taught courses comprise a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, fieldwork and project work, both in groups and individually. You will also have opportunities for study trips in the UK and abroad. Core courses: People in organisations; Operations management; Financial information management; Marketing management; Research methods; Strategy and the competitive environment; Contemporary issues in human resources. Optional courses: The business environment in China; Learning and development; Managing diversity in organisations; The knowledge economy; American business and management in an international context. Entry requirements: A minimum 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent in any subject. Prior work experience is encouraged but not required.

include induction events (involving outdoor challenges and cross-cultural team building), strategic case analyses and debates on topics like business ethics. You will learn to use financial reports and information to meet the needs of an organisation. The taught courses will enhance your ability to interpret data, and give you the tools to compile reports of key findings and recommendations, understandable to managers of all functions. The taught courses comprise a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, fieldwork and project work, both in groups and individually. You will also have opportunities for study trips in the UK and abroad. Core courses: People in organisations; Operations management; Financial information management; Marketing management; Research methods; Strategy and the competitive environment; International corporate finance. Optional courses: Behavioural finance and financial regulation; International banking and financial management; Ethics and corporate governance and accountability. Entry requirements: A minimum 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent in any subject. Prior work experience is encouraged but not required. There should also be evidence of numeracy from your degree or work experience.

Management with Enterprise & Business Growth

This Masters provides you with a detailed understanding of modern business principles, techniques and contextual conditions, paying particular attention to business enterprise and growth. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take seven core courses, three optional courses, and complete an individual project. There is also a non-assessed, compulsory workshop programme. You will participate in a series of reflective learning exercises. These include induction events (involving outdoor challenges and cross-cultural team building), strategic case analyses and debates on topics like business ethics. The first part of the programme focuses on the building blocks of management, such as strategic management and marketing, while the second half of the programme will allow you to develop specialist knowledge and skills in human resource management. The courses will prepare you for the challenges of managing in culturally diverse and ever-changing business contexts. The taught courses comprise a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, fieldwork and project work, both in groups and individually. You will also have opportunities for study trips in the UK and abroad. Core courses: People in organisations; Operations management; Financial information management; Marketing management; Research methods; Strategy and the competitive environment; Business planning. Optional courses: Business growth; Entrepreneurial finance; Internationalisation of small and medium enterprises; Processes of entrepreneurship and innovation; The knowledge economy. Entry requirements: A good Honours degree or equivalent in any subject. Prior work experience is encouraged but not required.

Management with International Real Estate

This Masters provides you with a detailed understanding of modern business principles, techniques and contextual conditions, paying particular attention to international real estate. The programme is tailored for those who anticipate a management career with international or multinational corporations. It combines a balanced coverage of core business and management subjects with a specialised focus on real estate management within a corporate context. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time For the MSc you will take six core courses, two optional courses and complete an individual project. There is also a non-assessed, compulsory workshop programme. You will also participate in a series of reflective learning exercises. These include induction events (involving outdoor challenges and cross-cultural team building), strategic case analyses and debates on topics like business ethics. The taught courses comprise a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, fieldwork and project work, both in groups and individually. You will also have opportunities for study trips in the UK and abroad.

Management with International Finance

This Masters provides you with a detailed understanding of modern business principles, techniques and contextual conditions, paying particular attention to international finance. It will enable you to appraise financial techniques that are used to enable managers to solve short-term and long-term business problems. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take seven core courses, one optional course, and complete an individual project. There is also a non-assessed, compulsory workshop programme. You will also participate in a series of reflective learning exercises. These

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Core courses: People in organisations; Operations management; Financial information management; Real estate valuation and appraisal; Research methods; Advanced real estate valuation and appraisal; Real estate markets; Strategic real estate management; International real estate markets. Optional courses: Real estate finance and investment; Real estate development; International e-commerce; The business environment in China; American business and management in an international context; The internationalisation of small and medium enterprises. Entry requirements: A minimum 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent in any subject. Prior work experience is encouraged but not required. Theme 2: Strategy and organisational performance: Strategy; Managing people and resources; Marketing; Accounting and finance; Economics. Theme 3: Strategic foresight: Political contexts (geopolitics, corporate responsibility, scenario planning); Economic contexts (regulation and international markets, risk management, social and environmental accounting); Social contexts (the importance of place, personal and corporate ethics, cross-cultural management); Technological contexts (innovation, ICT and global communications); Environmental contexts (climate change, energy); Legal contexts (changing roles of the state, citizen and consumer rights). Optional courses: Entrepreneurship; International business; Human resource management; Corporate communication; Ethics and judgement; Marketing management; E-business and innovation. Entry requirements: You should have three years relevant work experience in addition to standard entry requirements.

MBA (Master of Business Administration)

The Glasgow MBA will teach you the skills and tools needed to be a successful manager, which is only the beginning. The programme matches an ancient tradition of academic excellence with exposure to contemporary business practice. The international experience that our MBA provides will give you a broader perspective on the challenges facing future leaders and managers working in an ever-changing world. Programme overview MBA: 12 months full-time We are now offering a modular part-time option for the MBA programme. For further details please contact the programme convener. The Glasgow MBA is structured to enhance your personal and academic development. The programme includes orientation and induction sessions ahead of the core courses to address your individual needs as you set out on the MBA programme. The core courses are followed by optional courses, allowing you to focus on the areas of learning that are most suited to your future development. The programme finishes by offering you the considerable practical benefits of a consultancy project, as well as the in-depth and applied analysis of a dissertation. Personal development sessions are provided throughout the programme to help you reflect on your progress and enhance your potential. An important part of the Glasgow MBA is the Consultancy Week an opportunity for you to put the theories youve learned during the programme into action. Theme 1: Critical enquiry: Understanding the external environment; Introduction to research methods; Decision-making tools; Developing creativity and criticism.

Investing in the future

As an experienced businessman with an established career, Colin Richards has found the MBA a valuable investment. What originally attracted me to Glasgow was the reputation of the Adam Smith Business School and the calibre of many of the professors, says Colin. But on top of that youve got the prestige as well. I wanted a postgraduate degree from a strong, robust, world-renowned university. The core courses of the MBA cover key aspects of the business environment, but the programme also provides the flexibility for postgraduate students to choose options that suit their own experience. Ive looked at areas which I felt needed development from within my own business career. Its an opportunity to build on that foundation of work experience and to be able to fill in the gaps, to put together bits of the jigsaw puzzle of business, explains Colin. Ive every confidence that Ill return to my career at a much more advanced level with all the expertise and skills that Ive gained from the MBA. Coming to Glasgow as a mature postgraduate student has both academic and non-academic benefits, as Colin has discovered. Its made me feel younger, for one, he says. I havent felt out of place being a mature student, and the sporting facilities are great. Ive been able to enjoy the degree but also enjoy the other opportunities that the University presents in all sorts of diverse areas. Since the MBA involved taking a year out of work, Colin approached his Masters as a serious investment. Its pretty intense, its hard work, he says. But there is every facility here to help you get the best out of it. Doing the MBA in one year really pushes you, but then you also discover a lot about what youre capable of doing. Its an inspiring environment to be in.

Public Administration (MPA)

Due to run for the first time in 2013/14, the Master of Public Administration is one of only a few such programmes in the UK. It is designed to extend and enhance the skills of those involved in managing public organisations. Programme overview MPA: 12 months full-time You will take a series of core courses and choose from a range of optional courses. The courses are taught through a combination of workshop activities, collaborative tasks, lectures, seminars, presentations and distance learning. Core courses: Leading people; Leading organisations; Strategy; Economics; Accounting and finance; Public sector organisation and management; Dissertation. A range of optional courses including: Change management; Strategy dynamics. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent plus at least three years management experience in a professional setting.

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Education
We offer a dynamic environment for researchers and research students, with a strong network of national and international collaborative links.
Contact
Tel: +44 (0)141 330 2514 Email: patricia.shiels@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
The school has deep roots within the educational traditions of the University and the surrounding environment of Scottish higher education. These roots include the heritage of Scottish teacher education, of adult and lifelong learning and of renowned centres for research into educational policy and practice such as the Scottish Centre for Research in Education (SCRE). The school is ranked second in Scotland and in the top 15 in the UK for the volume of world leading and internationally excellent research in education. Staff within the school belong to one of five research and knowledge transfer groups: Creativity, culture and faith focusing on the interdisciplinary exploration of the place of cultural identity in the experience of education. Interdisciplinary science education, technologies and learning focusing on the interdisciplinary exploration of education and learning in and through science and technology. Professional learning and leadership focusing on the continuing development of people working in education and other human service areas. Pedagogy, policy and practice focusing on the improvement of educational quality for all learners. Social justice, place and lifelong education focusing on the effects of education on patterns of social inclusion, the enrichment of social environment, the development of social capital and global justice.

These groups bring together staff with shared research and knowledge transfer expertise and capabilities, and they coordinate events, research opportunities and other activities for group members.

Learning environment
The school offers an excellent environment in which to pursue postgraduate research and training. We seek to provide the widest possible range of opportunities for disciplinary, multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary postgraduate study. Our postgraduate programmes are extensive and continually evolving and we support a wide variety of part-time and full-time taught and research students. In keeping with the identity and ambition of a major international and research-led university, the school has developed a wealth of fresh opportunities for those who wish to study with scholars of international reputation across a diverse spectrum of educational thought and practice. Our postgraduates also benefit from the wide range of research-related events which take place throughout each academic year; some school-wide and others with colleagues from across the College of Social Sciences.

Professor Michael Osbornes research focuses on the development of learning cities and regions, the role of higher education in regional development and widening of access to higher education. He and colleagues work closely with many inter-governmental agencies and national and regional governments, providing valuable connections to policy and practice internationally for postgraduate students. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/michaelosborne

Career prospects
Opportunities exist in primary and secondary schools, UK and international universities, community organisations, local councils, healthcare departments and adult literacy. Graduates have secured roles as class teachers, lecturers, policy developers, psychologists, special education professionals, head teachers, education administrators, researchers, course designers and directors and teacher educators.

Resources and facilities

The school is based in the St Andrews Building, which is well equipped with teaching and meeting rooms, a lecture theatre, gym hall, music and drama studios and science and IT labs. Most of the teaching rooms have high-speed Internet access, high-quality audio and visual equipment and interactive whiteboards. Additional devices such as laptops and electronic voting systems can be used in the rooms as well.

Funding and scholarships

We offer a number of fully funded PhD scholarships. Suitable candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply for Economic & Social Research Council/Doctoral Training Centre (ESRC/DTC) scholarships. For more information see www.glasgow.ac.uk/ socialsciences/studentfundingopportunities.

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Our research profile benefits from the inclusion of researchers with expertise across all sectors of education formal and non-formal, preschool through to higher, adult, work-based and community education. Across the school there is a strong focus on research relating to the enhancement of teaching and learning and associated issues of access and social justice, with extensive collaboration with government bodies, employers, education authorities, schools, colleges, the voluntary sector, urban and rural regeneration agencies. In addition to the traditional research programmes of PhD, MLitt and MSc Research, we offer a Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD) for those who wish to engage with professionally located issues at an advanced level. Comparable in standing with the PhD, the EdD provides a coherent programme of advanced study that is professionally relevant and academically rigorous.

Research interests
Intercultural education Education in the creative arts Childrens literature Religion, spirituality and education Literacy and education Education and technology Strengthening science education Education for mathematical understanding E-learning and online technologies Effective learning and teaching Curriculum and assessment Education for inclusion Citizenship Teacher professionalism and identity Responding to educational inequality and disadvantage Social class and gender, and politics Ethnicity and education Youth, education and society Additional support needs Adult and continuing education Widening participation International comparative education Education, social capital and regeneration Public sector leadership Leadership and ethics Continuing professional development Management and organisations. We offer supervision across most areas of education. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at www.glasgow.ac.uk/schools/education/staff. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying.

Does religious education work?

A three-year project examining the aims, practices and effects of religious education in schools has recently been completed. The 365,326 study, jointly funded by the Arts & Humanities Research Council and the Economic & Social Research Council, looked at religious education in the very different contexts of England and Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland and carried out a detailed analysis of pupils experience of religious education as a shaping influence in secondary schools across the UK. Glasgow Professor of Religious & Philosophical Education James Conroy was the principal investigator: This study has thrown up a substantial range of questions about the provision of religious education across Britain. Even in schools where it is valued, too often it is under-resourced and required to do too much with too little. As a result, it often loses focus. At its best, it is academically rigorous and intellectually stimulating. The key findings of the project were: The breadth of social and educational demands placed on the subject leads to a conflict between religious education as an academic subject and as a subject aimed at students social and personal development. This can lead to students being unclear about the purpose and focus of the subject. Religious education has become very popular among students, with high rates of examination success it also appears, however, that the drive to achieve examination success tends to distort the religious and educational aims and outcomes of the subject. The quality of resources and their use in the later stages of compulsory religious education are often poor and the sometimes too comfortable relationship between examination boards and textbook authors should be subject to more intense scrutiny. Some of the most dynamic religious education is to be found in state and church schools serving strongly religious (often migrant) communities, especially where religious education is explicitly designed to help students understand their place in a complex multicultural and multi-religious society. All of these findings must be understood in the context of resource concerns in a political environment where religious education faces a potential downgrading in favour of a more limited curriculum. www.glasgow.ac.uk/doesreligious educationwork

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Leadership, Policy & Communities: taught programmes

Community Learning & Development

This Masters programme gives you the opportunity to study the theoretical and practical dimensions of community learning and development. It will equip you with the skills and knowledge to work alongside people in communities to effect sustainable social change. Programme overview MEd: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time Core courses: Models of community and development; Social theories for community learning and development; Empowerment strategies for community learning and development; Educational approaches to community learning and development; Practice placement; Research project (MEd only). The practice placement gives you an opportunity to apply the theories and values you have learned and demonstrate your competence as a practitioner in a community learning development setting. You will plan, implement and evaluate practice and analyse it with regard to the theoretical aspects of the programme. Entry requirements: You would normally be expected to hold a first degree or equivalent.

Inclusive Education: Research, Policy & Practice

The Masters in Inclusive Education: Research, Policy & Practice is designed to address contemporary issues in inclusion/special education. If you are a teacher involved in inclusive education/special education, this programme is designed to promote your understanding of the issues and practices relevant to this area. Programme overview MEd: 12 months full-time; 72 months (maximum) part-time You will take four core courses and two optional courses, which you can choose according to your specialist interests. In addition, you will complete a 20,000-word dissertation, under supervision, that will provide you with the opportunity to investigate, in greater depth, an issue that is relevant to your professional development and teaching context. Core courses: Introduction to educational and social research; Modern educational thought; The learner and the curriculum; Evolving concept of inclusion. Optional courses: Inclusive classrooms, inclusive pedagogies; Developing literacy; Social and emotional and behavioural difficulties; Highly able pupil; Arts in education; Educational management and policy; English language teaching. Entry requirements: You should have an initial professional qualification (eg in teaching) as well as a first degree. Experience of, and interest in, educational inclusion/special education is desirable.

Adult & Continuing Education

As a professional in the adult education sector, this Masters programme will provide you with a strong theoretical and philosophical underpinning of your practices, as well as excellent research training that you can apply to further study or your own work. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Core courses: Modern educational thought; International issues in adult and continuing education; The psychology of adult learning; Introduction to educational and social research; Advanced educational research. You will also study one option from a choice that will vary from year to year, but normally includes Popular education in Latin America; Curriculum development in adult education; New technology and lifelong learning. You will also undertake training in research methods and complete a research project. For the research project you will choose a specific aspect of education for adults and write a dissertation with the support of a supervisor. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Drugs & Alcohol Studies

This Masters programme aims to enhance and develop your knowledge and skills in the field of substance misuse. The programme is suitable for people from a wide variety of backgrounds already working in this field or looking to work within the field who are interested in advancing their understanding of drug and alcohol theories, approaches and practice. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgCert: 12 months part-time You will take four core courses and choose two from a list of options. For the MSc there is also a dissertation on a specialised topic. The taught component will be made up of lectures, seminars, tutorials and group project work. Core courses: Drug and alcohol theory and policy; Drug and alcohol assessment and interventions; Drug and alcohol integrated practice study; Introduction to educational and social research. Optional courses: The impact of drug and alcohol misuse on children and families; Mental health: substance use; Motivational interviewing with drug and alcohol use; Leading people; Leading organisations. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Advanced Community Development

This distance-learning Masters programme responds to the increasing use of a community development approach for dealing with a wide range of social, economic and environmental issues worldwide. As an experienced community development practitioner, this programme will provide you with the advanced continuing education to progress into areas of greater responsibility within the sector. Programme overview MSc: 24 months part-time (distance learning) This programme is offered by distance learning. Each course will consist of a wide range of online tasks (both group and individual), as well as inputs from the teaching team and other practitioners and a comprehensive range of support materials. Core courses: Social theories for advanced community development; Critical issues in community development; Global models of practice; Research methods; Advanced community development practice. Entry requirements: You will require an undergraduate degree, not necessarily in a related field. You also need at least two years experience in the sector: within community development, non-governmental organisations, community-based organisations or related areas.

Inclusive Education: Research, Policy & Practice

This inservice programme will enable you to explore issues and practices relating to inclusion and effective learning. If you want to improve your teaching practice in the areas of inclusion and effective learning, this programme has been designed for you. Programme overview PgDip: 24 months part-time; PgCert : 24 months part-time The daytime programme is delivered on the main campus of the University. The distance education programme includes structured materials and a study day session (usually held on a Saturday), at the University. To complete the PgCert you will take three core courses and one optional course selected from the first stage specialism programme. The PgDip will require you to complete further optional courses and a project. Entry requirements: This is a part-time programme for practising teachers and registration with the General Teaching Council is mandatory.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/education Leadership Drugs & Alcohol Setting

This PgCert was developed in partnership with STRADA (Scottish Training on Drugs & Alcohol) to deliver leadership training to people working at community level in the drug and alcohol field. Programme overview PgCert: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time The training is offered flexibly through three full-day sessions each semester, supported by extensive online materials. Core courses: Leading people; Leading organisations; Practitioner inquiry and decision making. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. You must also be employed in a related field. You will get an insight into the differing leadership perspectives of your fellow students as well as an opportunity to develop your own specialised interest areas with individually oriented courses. Your progress through the programme will be immediately applicable in your real-life role. Core courses: Understanding leadership, including both the theory and styles of leadership and the practical issues facing leaders in times of change; Introduction to education and social research; Personal study. Optional courses: Leadership in the childhood practice context; Leadership in a school context; Leadership in a higher education context; Leadership in an adult or community context; Leadership in a childrens services context; Leadership in a public service context. Entry requirements: Normally a first degree or equivalent. Experience in a leadership role in a human service setting. The programme uses a blended learning approach, including taught elements, distance learning, collaborative peer and group learning as well as practice-based learning, in which you undertake whole school management development projects. Entry requirements: You must be fully registered with the General Teaching Council and have five years teaching experience and access to a suitable work environment. Entry to the programme is through local authority or employer nomination.

Strategic Leadership
This PgCert is designed to bring together public servants working at management levels in local authorities or large public organisations, with the view of developing better ways of understanding change, leading strategically, and reviewing the impact of change on the development of organisations. Programme overview PgCert: 9 months full-time; 12 months part-time The flexible delivery of the programme, with intensive face-to-face sessions, is supported by a substantial online package. This will allow you to balance your professional commitments and your study. Core courses: Leading organisations; Strategic thinking and change management; Practitioner inquiry and decision making. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject. You must also be employed in a related field.

Middle Leadership & Management in Schools

This inservice programme for practising teachers covers the major elements of middle leadership and management in schools and is designed to provide you with a critical understanding of the principles underpinning middle leadership and management. It will create structured and coherent opportunities to apply these principles to your own practice. Programme overview PgCert : 24 months+ part-time Each course combines a taught element, a distance learning element and an assignment drawing from your work in school. You will also participate in online activities to support the development of work-based tasks and assignments. Core courses: Leading a professional learning community; Leading learning; Leading a project. Entry requirements: This is a part-time programme for practising teachers and registration with the General Teaching Council is mandatory.

Organisational Leadership (Oman)

This programme is delivered through Majan University College in Oman on a distance learning basis with intensive study weekends. It is available to students in Oman and surrounding countries. Programme overview MSc: 24 months part-time; PgDip: 18 months parttime; PgCert: 12 months part-time Core courses: Understanding leadership; Introduction to educational and social research; Personal study. Optional courses: Leadership in context (this course contains a generic organisational perspective, but allows you to specialise in one of six areas: schools, higher education, adult and community education, public service, early childhood and childrens services). Entry requirements: A first degree with 2.75 GPA. You should have leadership experience or currently be in a leadership position.

Young People, Social Inclusion & Change

The Masters introduces the key issues and decision-making processes that impact on young peoples lives; across contexts including education, leisure, training and the labour market, housing and household information. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take four core courses, two optional courses and a dissertation. Core courses: Introduction to education and social research; Perspectives on youth and young adulthood; Modern educational thought; Young people, learning and development. Optional courses: The disabling society; Developmental psychology; Sexualities and society; Partnership working: empowerment, social capital and culture; Crime, community and safety A; Crime, community and safety B. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

Organisational Leadership
This Masters combines a general focus on the leadership of organisations with a focus on the leadership of specific services and agency sectors. The programme, the only one of its kind in Scotland, brings together people from early childhood, schools, higher education, adult education and public service agencies through common leadership programmes. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take three core courses, an optional course (selected from six options) and a dissertation. The programme offers intensive teaching days supported by substantial documentation on the Universitys virtual learning environment Moodle.

School Leadership & Management (Scottish Qualification for Headship)

This is the preparation development programme for aspiring headteachers in Scotland. The programme combines the professional award of the Scottish Qualification for Headship with the academic award of the PgDip. Programme overview PgDip: 24 months part-time The focus of the programme is on the development of leadership in school and to enable participants to meet the Scottish professional standard, The Standard for Headship. The programme consists of four units: Educational leadership; Improving capability; Leading to improve learning part 1; Leading to improve learning part 2.

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Thought, Pedagogy & Practice: taught programmes
in Childrens Care, Learning and Development or Playwork. You will be expected to undertake placement-based assignments. You will be required to provide an employers reference to help support your application. advancing research methods; Open studies two: applying research methods. Years 4 and 5: You will work towards the submission of your dissertation of 50,000 to 60,000 words, supported by an appropriate supervisor. Entry requirements: The normal entry qualification is a Masters-level qualification, or equivalent, in education or a cognate subject area.

Academic Practice
The PgCert in Academic Practice provides a route for academic staff to demonstrate fulfilment of the UK Professional Standards Framework for teaching and supporting learning in higher education. Programme overview PgCert: 24 months part-time You will have the opportunity to work in collaboration with academic colleagues from all disciplines (in the first year) and then with colleagues from your own disciplinary area (in the second year). Taught sessions are grounded on discussion and sharing practice while working through relevant, structured activities. You will be assessed through reflective and evidence-based case studies on elements of your current practice. The key areas of learning, teaching and assessment include: course and curriculum design; principles of assessment and feedback; teaching methodologies including lecturing, small group work and online learning; evaluation of teaching practice. Entry requirements: The minimum qualification for entry to the programme will generally be a degree plus some higher education teaching experience. Normally, applicants will already hold a teaching position in a higher education institution.

Childrens Literature & Literacies

The Masters in Childrens Literature & Literacies is the only programme in Scotland dedicated to childrens and young adults literature as a primary resource and a field of academic study. You will develop a specialisation that is highly valued in professions such as education, library services and childrens media. Programme overview MEd: 12 months full-time; 24/36 months part-time You will take five core courses, one optional course and produce a dissertation based on a specialised topic. Core courses: Reframing language, literature and literacies for 21st-century life; Texts for children: from the printing press to virtual reality; Introduction to educational and social research; Modern educational thought; Childrens literature and literacies: critical enquiry; Professional enquiry. Optional courses: Texts for diversity: language across learning for children with English as an additional language; Texts for children: visual and multimodal; Further options may be drawn from courses offered on the MEd in Educational Studies. Entry requirements: Entry requirements for postgraduate taught programmes are a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject unless otherwise specified.

Education (Primary/Secondary)
The Postgraduate Diploma in Education is a Masters-level qualification in teacher education. Programme overview Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE): 10 months full-time The programme will prepare you to meet the demands of the profession through the following areas of study Understanding learning and teaching; Learning and teaching in the primary curriculum OR Learning and teaching in the secondary curriculum; Evaluating learning and teaching; Religious education (students who complete this course will be awarded the Catholic Teachers Certificate in Religious Education). Secondary teaching qualifications are offered in the following subjects: Art and design; Biology; Business education; Chemistry; Computing; English; Geography; History; Mathematics; Modern languages (French, French with Spanish, French with Italian, French with German, Spanish with French); Modern studies; Physics; Religious education. Entry requirements: A bachelor degree from a UK university or equivalent. For secondary education, the degree should contain 80 credit points relevant to the subject chosen, 40 of which at Year 2 or above plus Higher English at grade C or equivalent. For primary education, also minimum Standard Grade Mathematics at credit level or equivalent. Some work experience in a school classroom is also required.

Childhood Practice
This programme provides a practice-based examination of the theoretical approaches important to leadership and management within childhood practice. Programme overview PgDip: 24 months part-time; MEd: 36 months part-time You will take four core courses and two placement courses. The taught component will be delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials and group project work. You will develop the research, writing and professional skills to enable you to register with Scottish Social Services Council at a manager level. Core courses: Childhood practice: building a professional learning community; Leading improvements in childhood practice; Contemporary perspectives on children and childhoods; Understanding educational enquiry. Entry requirements: You will be required to have a degree (or equivalent) in any academic discipline. You should also have completed or be prepared to undertake an HNC, PDA, SVQ3, SVQ4 or equivalent professional qualifications

Doctorate in Education (Research)

The Doctorate in Education (Research) is an innovative programme offering a professionally relevant and academically rigorous opportunity for advanced study in education. The programme is designed for professionals at all levels in education, training and development, and in education-related fields. You will be able to study part-time through a combination of distance e-learning and residential study weekends in Glasgow. Programme overview EdD: 60 months part-time by distance learning You will normally undertake two courses per year, meaning at a normal pace you should complete the Doctorate in five years. We understand that you may need to take a break from studies during such a long programme, and we will allow you to suspend studies for a limited time period. Years 1, 2 and 3: You will take six taught courses in total. Each one lasts one semester and is taught online with one weekend in Glasgow. Courses: Critical reflection in professional learning and practice; Education policy; Educational futures; Ethics and education; Open studies one:

Educational Studies (MEd)

The MEd in Educational Studies deepens your understanding of education so that you can better analyse the practice, provisions and policy that are critical within your own professional context. Programme overview MEd: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will complete six courses: four core courses and two courses chosen from a range of options. In addition, you will complete a dissertation supported by a supervisor who is allocated on the basis of their expertise in the topic chosen by you. Core courses: Modern educational thought; Introduction to educational and social research;

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Seminar on contemporary issues; Advanced educational research. Optional courses: These are chosen from a range (which may vary from year to year) including: Work-related education; Educational management and leadership; Science education; Inclusive education; English language teaching; Educational psychology; Arts in education. Entry requirements: Normally a first degree (or equivalent) and professional teacher training in education or a related profession, eg social work, nursery nursing, clinical nursing. (Recognition is also given for professional experience with extra weighting given to experience in a promoted post.) Core courses: English language and linguistics; Advanced discourse analysis; Advanced studies in language and the media; World Englishes; International writing in English; Introduction to research methods. Entry requirements: A first degree in English, education or a relevant subject, plus a teaching qualification or two years teaching experience.

English Language Teaching

This Masters programme is for the mid-career professional and covers contemporary issues in education. The programmes specific focus is on the teaching of English to speakers of other languages (TESOL) with a special emphasis on how theory relates to practice. You will be encouraged to take a broader view of the links between classroom activity and approaches to programme design, teacher training, management and policy decisions. Programme overview MEd: 12 months full-time; 72 months (maximum) part-time You will take three core and three optional courses. You will also have the opportunity to investigate and produce a dissertation on an issue relevant to your professional development and teaching context. Core courses: Language learning and applications to the classroom; Descriptions of language and applications to the classroom; Introduction to educational and social research. Optional courses: Course design and practice in English language teaching; Which English? Sociolinguistics and language teaching; Language proficiency assessment and feedback; Phonetics and phonology; Discourse studies; Educational management and leadership; Social, emotional and behavioural difficulties; The education of highly able pupils; Developing literacy; Modern educational thought; Educational psychology; Advanced educational research. Entry requirements: A first degree in English, education or a relevant subject, plus a teaching qualification or two years teaching experience.

Educational Studies (MSc)

The MSc in Educational Studies deepens your understanding of education so that you can better analyse the practice, provisions and policy that are critical within your own professional context. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will complete six courses: four core courses and two courses chosen from a range of options. In addition, you will complete a dissertation supported by a supervisor who is allocated on the basis of their expertise in the topic chosen by you. Core courses: Modern educational thought; Introduction to educational and social research; Seminar on contemporary issues; Advanced educational research. Optional courses: These are chosen from a range (which may vary from year to year) including: Work-related education; Educational management and leadership; Science education; Inclusive education; English language teaching; Educational psychology; Arts in education. Entry requirements: Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or the equivalent.

I thoroughly enjoyed my time studying my MSc in Inter-Professional Science Education & Communication. I found the degree to be engaging and challenging, yet approachable and accessible in equal measure. It was able to introduce different social sciences and link them to science in a unique and exciting way.
Graham Lough, MSc in InterProfessional Science Education & Communication graduate

English Language Studies (Oman)

Taught by staff from the University of Glasgow, this Masters programme is located at Majan University College, Oman. The programme will deepen your knowledge and understanding of the English language, its structures and the features of its use for different purposes. You will consider the historical background of the language and its diversity as it evolves as a world language. Programme overview MSc: 24 months part-time You will study four courses in the first year. This is followed in the second year with two courses and your dissertation. The programme offers a blend of direct teaching time (lectures, tutorials and seminars) alongside structured self-study with online support.

Inter-Professional Science Education & Communication

This Masters programme is about developing inter-professional teamwork and collaboration between professionals in order to create a richer learning experience in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time; PgCert: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time You will take a number of core courses depending on the qualification you want to attain. For the MSc and PgDip you select a further two optional courses; for the PgCert you select one.

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You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials and fieldwork. There is also an emphasis on building your collaborative skills through group-based project work and research. The programme offers opportunities for study trips in the UK and abroad. Core courses: MSc, PgDip, PgCert: Science, education and society; Making science accessible. MSc and PgDip only: Introduction to educational and social research; Modern educational thought. MSc only: You will complete a dissertation or portfolio of practice in either science education or communication. Optional courses: You can choose from a wide range of courses from the School of Education, the College of Science & Engineering, and the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences. Entry requirements: Applicants would normally be expected to hold an upper-second honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area. Entry requirements: You must be teaching in higher education in order to undertake the first year of the MEd programme. This is because the assessed work for the PgCert in Learning & Teaching in Higher Education requires you to have your teaching observed by a peer and to evaluate your own teaching practice. As part of the application process you will need to complete a personal statement which requests details of your current teaching commitments.

Primary Physical Education

This inservice programme addresses the priority area of physical education and the need for teachers to respond, creatively and appropriately, to current and future developments. Programme overview PgCert : 15 months part-time Through a combination of lectures, tutorials and practical workshops you will examine the value and nature of effective teaching and learning in physical education and physical development. In this collaborative learning environment, you will reflect on the academic and professional issues in this area and analyse both your own and other participants practical approaches to pupils learning. Core courses: Primary physical education curriculum 1; Primary physical education curriculum 2; Working with others and independent research project. Entry requirements: The programme is intended for General Teaching Council-registered teachers and will be of particular relevance for primary class teachers or specialist teachers of physical education.

Learning & Teaching of Modern Languages in the Primary School

The programme will give you a better understanding of foreign language learning and teaching processes in a primary setting. It has a focus on the interrelationship between theoretical understanding and practice. Programme overview PgCert: 15 months part-time Core courses: Language acquisition and language learning and teaching; Language and culture; Language and knowledge about language. Entry requirements: The programme is intended for General Teaching Council-registered teachers.

Learning & Teaching in Higher Education

This programme offers the opportunity to deepen your understanding of academic practice within the university setting. Programme overview MEd: 36 months part-time (distance learning); PgDip: 24 months part-time (distance learning); PgCert: 12 months part-time (distance learning) The first week of the programme in the first year is based at the University of Glasgow. The remainder of the programme is taught online, allowing you to balance your study and work commitments. Core courses: Year 1: (Courses 13 complete the PgCert in Learning & Teaching in Higher Education). Course 1: Designing effective learning and teaching in higher education; Course 2: Evaluating learning, teaching and assessment in higher education; Course 3: Developing as a teacher in higher education: responding to learners. Year 2: (Courses 46 complete the PgDip in Learning & Teaching in Higher Education). Course 4: Exploring key themes in academic practice; Course 5: Evaluating the quality of higher education research; Course 6: Designing higher education research. Year 3: (Course 7 completes the MEd in Learning & Teaching in Higher Education). Course 7: Dissertation in Learning & Teaching in Higher Education.

Primary Expressive Arts

This programme addresses issues of confidence and competence in the teaching of primary expressive arts. It provides the opportunity for you to engage in debate on the many factors influencing the nature and delivery of expressive arts in the primary school curriculum and extracurricular situations. Programme overview PgCert: 12 months part-time This programme encompasses innovative teaching practice and theory in art and design, dance, drama and music. It demonstrates practical, classroom-friendly ways of integrating the arts and teacher-friendly ways of introducing the use of technology into expressive arts, putting the arts, as a learning medium, at the centre of the whole curriculum. Core courses: Developing a new curriculum in expressive arts; Integrating the curriculum through the arts; Researching teaching and learning in expressive arts. Entry requirements: Teaching degree or equivalent.

Professional Development in Education

This programme has been developed for all teachers in all sectors. It offers you the opportunity to obtain a formal qualification for your professional development; and provides you with a pathway for credit accumulation as you attend standard continuing professional development (CPD) short courses. Programme overview PgCert: maximum of 5 years part-time You will take 12 CPD day courses (or agreed equivalent) of your choice from the wide range available. You will complete three assignments each worth 20 Masters-level credits. You will have up to five years from initial registration on the programme to accumulate credits towards the PgCert. Entry requirements: The programme is intended for General Teaching Council-registered teachers across all sectors.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/education Professional Learning & Enquiry

The Masters in Professional Learning & Enquiry provides the space and opportunity to properly examine the processes of teaching and learning. Programme overview MEd: modular Core courses: Professional development: review, enquiry and reflection; Teaching and learning; Education for all; Working together. You will take four options from a selection which may include: Dealing with disaffected young people; Ethnic diversity and education: from a global perspective; Emotional intelligence and emotional literacy; Approaches to mentoring; Creativity; Religious and moral education. You will also undertake work-based research activity equivalent to four courses. Accreditation for prior learning is also available. Entry requirements: Applicants should be fully registered with the General Teaching Council, be at the top of the main grade and have maintained a CPD portfolio from at least August 2002. Optional courses Semester 1: Professional skills; Perception and visual cognition; Atypical development; Advanced qualitative methods. Core courses Semester 2: Research methods 2; Conceptual and historical issues in psychology; Physiological psychology; Social psychology. Optional courses Semester 2: Educational psychology; Clinical psychology; Health psychology; Current issues in psychology. Dissertation (core). Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification.

Teaching Adults
This programme provides a strong grounding in the practices used in teaching adults, as well as an opportunity to conduct a practice-related research project. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time You will take a taught component of four core courses alongside the work placement. For the MSc you will also complete a supervised research project of between 12,000 and 15,000 words. The teaching segment provides great opportunities to build professional and personal relationships through seminars, fieldwork and self-directed or group projects. Core courses: The psychology of adult learning; Modern educational thought; International issues in adult and continuing education; Curriculum development in adult and continuing education. Entry requirements: 2.1 Honours degree or the equivalent.

Religion, Education & Culture

This Masters in Religion, Education & Culture is a unique programme designed to offer a critical and robust study of the interface between religious education in schools and wider culture. Programme overview MEd: 2436 months part-time You will take four core courses, two optional courses and a specialised dissertation. Core courses: Introduction to education and social research; Modern educational thought; Contemporary issues in religious education; Conceptual frameworks in contemporary religious education. Optional courses will be taken from a suite of options. The dissertation will be supervised by staff with expertise in religious education. Entry requirements: Entry requirements for postgraduate taught programmes are a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject unless otherwise specified.

Professional Practice with PGDE

The MEd in Professional Practice is taken after you have completed your Postgraduate Diploma in Education at the University of Glasgow and wish to complete the remaining credits in order to gain a Masters qualification. Programme overview MEd: 18 months part-time The programme is offered in two courses which you will take online with tutor and peer support. There will also be seminar days (international students can participate via skype). Core courses: Professional enquiry and decision making; Practitioner enquiry: project/dissertation. Entry requirements: You must have successfully completed the PGDE from the University of Glasgow.

TESOL: Teaching of English to speakers of other languages

This Masters programme is for those interested in entering the TESOL field to follow or develop a career as an English language teacher but who at present have limited or no teaching experience. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Initially, you are introduced to the principles of teaching and learning. The emphasis is on relating theory to practical applications through workshops and seminar discussions. As the programme progresses you also have the opportunity to specialise through your choice of two optional courses. With the support of your supervisors you will also explore a TESOL topic in depth and complete a dissertation. Core courses: Classroom processes; Descriptions of language; Introduction to social and educational research; Developing professional practice. Optional courses: Which English? Sociolinguistics and language teaching; Language proficiency, assessment and feedback; Inclusive classrooms inclusive pedagogy; Developing literacy; Social, emotional and behavioural difficulties; The education of highly able pupils; Modern educational thought; Advanced educational research. Entry requirements: A degree qualification in English, Education or similar subject.

Religious Education by Distance Learning (CREDL)

This programme is recognised by the Bishops of Scotland as a preliminary qualification in generalist Catholic religious education for those who wish to teach religious education in Catholic primary or secondary schools. Programme overview PgCert: 24 months part-time Core courses: Theological education and personal development; Pedagogy and development in religious education. For each course you will produce a portfolio, a 1,500-word essay and a report on a relevant CPD activity. Entry requirements: You must hold a teaching qualification or be a student on a programme of initial teacher education.

Psychological Studies
This Masters in Psychological Studies is designed to provide you with a broad and critical awareness of psychological theory and practice, together with opportunities to focus on aspects of psychology with particular relevance to your own experience and interests. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will take four core courses, one optional course and complete a dissertation of 12,000 to 15,000 words. Core courses Semester 1: Research methods 1; Human development; Individual differences; Cognitive psychology.

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Interdisciplinary Studies
The School of Interdisciplinary Studies is based at our stunning rural campus, two hours from Glasgow in the university town of Dumfries. Our postgraduate community includes 20 academic staff, 21 research students, 6 research assistants and 9 research fellows.
Contact
Tel: +44 (0)1387 702001/702131 Email: admissions-dumfries@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
The school offers a truly interdisciplinary approach across a range of fields, drawing on expertise from the sciences, arts and social sciences. Our research falls within the following broad themes: Globalisation, competitiveness and sustainability Governance, policy, accountability and risk management Inequalities, inclusion, identities and social change People, places, engagement and change. Environment and culture We place strong emphasis on the importance of tackling environmental issues and tourism in a cultural context. Our subject areas identify important themes in the local region, which also resonate with other rural regions, worldwide, and are the focus of the Solway Centre for Environment & Culture, our research hub at Dumfries. Health and wellbeing In addition, the campus has a significant history of research in the areas of health, wellbeing and social studies, including ageing, palliative and end-of-life care. There are also plans to consolidate and expand activity in these areas to capitalise on existing partnerships and generate further leading research initiatives. Knowledge transfer We work closely with our knowledge transfer partners in the region, bringing together expertise from seven further and higher

education institutions in the South of Scotland and providing a joint approach to knowledge exchange activity. We are funded by the Scottish Funding Council, the European Regional Development Fund and partner contributions.

Learning environment
The school offers exciting possibilities in postgraduate study across a range of complementary disciplines. Our specialised suite of programmes is professionally orientated and affords you great depth of study while also developing relevant practical skills through our programme of placements, field trips and guest speakers. Our postgraduate students also benefit from our Cultural Currents Research Seminar Series, along with a range of lectures, public events and conferences throughout the academic year. We place great value in a practical approach and in variety of perspective, ensuring that you gain a strong set of professionally orientated skills as well as a solid academic background. You can be confident that, whatever your discipline, your learning will be active and interesting.

Career prospects
Our graduates have found employment in both the public and private sector in fields such as: environmental education; arts and culture; media and journalism; advertising; tourism and heritage; technology assessment; carbon management; policymaking and analysis with government agencies and consultancy, environmental consultancies and private companies; advisor to councils, businesses and planning bodies; or pursuing further postgraduate study.

Resources and facilities

The school is ideally situated in proximity to natural living laboratories, relevant nongovernmental organisations, placement providers, fieldtrip destinations and a range of partner organisations. Small group teaching enables students to make the most of excellent local, national and international links. We offer first-class library facilities with dedicated subject librarians and quiet study areas. Students also benefit from having access to libraries at both the University of Glasgow and the University of the West of Scotland. The campus also offers a range of IT suites, wi-fi, interactive whiteboards, video conferencing and video lecture facilities.

Funding and scholarships

A number of scholarships are available for specific postgraduate taught and research programmes at the school. See www.glasgow.ac.uk/socialsciences/ studentfundingopportunities for details.

Set in 85 acres of leafy parkland with stunning views, our specialist campus in Dumfries offers postgraduate students the chance to be part of a world-leading university in a unique and very special environment.

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The school supports a growing community of PhD research students. As well as being part of a diverse and dynamic research community in Dumfries, you will also be part of the College of Social Sciences Graduate School, drawing together internationally recognised scholars and respected practitioners. Our research has an impact locally, regionally and internationally. Dumfries & Galloway is an excellent base from which to examine the diverse challenges of modern life, particularly with regard to our natural environment and culture, health and social studies. We actively encourage and develop our connections with international researchers and institutions as well as communities, agencies and policymakers. We provide a robust and flexible research framework across a wide range of disciplinary and interdisciplinary research opportunities. Some discipline-specific topic areas are listed below but for more detailed information and further discussion please contact us.

Research interests
Carbon management, renewable energy and climate change Environmental sustainability and land management Tourism and heritage Hospice, palliative and end-of-life care Public health, wellbeing and ageing Community studies Eco-criticism and ecopoetics History and sociology of science and technology Political philosophy Science and technology studies Scottish history and Scottish studies Scottish literature Folklore and ethnology Wildland fire management Educational studies To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at www.glasgow.ac.uk/ schools/interdisciplinary/staff. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying. We welcome enquiries from both PhD and MRes applicants.

A hub for environmental and cultural research

A new research centre based within the school is offering valuable opportunities for researchers to learn from the distinctive environment and culture of the landscape in the south-west of Scotland and beyond. The Solway Centre for Environment & Culture is being led by Dr Valentina Bold. Bringing together the interdisciplinary expertise of more than 20 staff and associate members, it will focus on three research themes: rural landscape management sustainable rural tourism landscape, place and memory. Two projects are operational already. The first, funded by the Natural Environment Research Council, examines the effect of wildfires on carbon dynamics, addressing key questions for peatland fire management policy and practice. There is ongoing debate in the UK about the relative impact of managed and wild fires on carbon emissions from peatlands. By explaining how and why alterations to climate affect fire severity, researchers aim to offer insights on how to minimise carbon losses. The project is being led by Dr Matt Davies, School of Interdisciplinary Studies, and Professor Susan Waldron, School of Geographical & Earth Sciences. Members of the public are being encouraged to get involved in exploring the archaeological heritage of their local area by taking part in the second project Discovering Dumfries and Galloways Past led by Dr Bold and Dr Richard Jones of the School of Humanities. Funded by LEADER, the Chancellors Fund and the Crichton Foundation, the project will encourage community volunteers in the local history and archaeological societies, schools, the councils regional archaeologist and museum staff, as well as government agencies and the National Trust for Scotland, to collaborate in the process of archaeological exploration and excavation, expanding upon some recent non-invasive fieldwork at Roman and medieval sites in the region. Director Dr Bold explains: We will be using the centre as an opportunity to consolidate our research expertise and pursue new challenges. Within the next five to ten years, we want the Solway Centre for Environment & Culture to play a leading role within this emerging field, working with partners among the academic community, local authorities, businesses and public bodies. www.glasgow.ac.uk/solwaycentre

Contact us
David Borthwick, Lecturer (Interdisciplinary Studies) Tel: +44 (0)1387 702024 Email: david.borthwick@glasgow.ac.uk

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Environment, Culture & Communication

This Masters programme is concerned with the relationships we hold with our wild environments, and how these evolved. You will develop a knowledge of environmental debates from both cultural and scientific perspectives, and learn to communicate environmental issues using a variety of tools and strategies. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time. This programme is at the very cutting edge of an emerging subject area, related to ecocriticism and green studies. It is among the first in the world to blend disciplines in order to better understand environmental issues from multiple perspectives. Teaching is closely linked with the Solway Centre for Environment & Culture and with the Crichton Carbon Centre. Links with environmental publishers also provide you with opportunities for practical experience, and to submit work for publication. There is a choice of project work: you can choose to engage with a particular contemporary environmental issue or case study, OR to undertake a personal interaction with the features of a particular location, examining notions of place creatively. The final summative assessment for the course is a 12,00015,000 word dissertation, through which you can develop and demonstrate independent research skills. Core courses: Reading the environment: old and new world romanticisms; Environmental communication*; Writing the environment: modern and contemporary nature writing; Environmental politics and society*. *You must take at least one of these courses. Optional courses: Climate change: impacts on ecology; Environment, technology and society; Environmental ethics and behavioural change; Environmental history; Folklore and the cultural history of animals; South-west Scotland: image and identity. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent. Suitable for students with or without a specialism in literary or environmental studies.

Applied Carbon Management

This Masters programme gives you the opportunity to become a specialist in sustainable carbon management. It is taught in partnership with the Crichton Carbon Centre, offering industry expertise and placement opportunities. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time.

The right location

Since joining the School of Interdisciplinary Studies, Dr Matt Davies has been making the most of the research opportunities that the naturally stunning area of south-west Scotland offers. The lecturer in environmental stewardship is a key figure in research developments at the school, including the Solway Centre for Environment & Culture. As co-lead on the rural land management research theme, Dr Davies recently supported a successful proposal to bring existing Biosphere Reserves in the south of Scotland in line with recently revised UNESCO criteria. Biosphere Reserves are places with environments that are designated by the UN to demonstrate a balanced relationship between people and nature. With support from the Universitys Adam Smith Research Foundation Seedcorn Fund, Dr Davies has been organising events to support the reserve: Were bringing together representatives from across the region, such as resource managers, walking and mountain biking groups and rural landowners, to establish how we can develop sustainable land management strategies and manage the landscape sympathetically. The next step will be to establish some research linkages with local organisations. We have great links already on campus with Scottish Natural Heritage, the Wetland and Wildlife Trust and the Scottish Agricultural College, and were hoping that we can identify interested parties and begin to put together proposals that will be suitable for postgraduate research projects. For Dr Davies the campus and surrounding region is the perfect place to pursue his area of research: In terms of studying the natural environment, rural landscapes and communities, and sustainable rural development, you cant really ask for a better place than Dumfries. Were based in a community whose heart is in agriculture, tourism, forestry and renewable energy, so all these issues are on our doorstep to see. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/gwilymdavies

Teaching is through a combination of lectures, seminars, projects, study trips and fieldwork. As a graduate of the programme you will: be able to demonstrate an understanding of the conceptual and methodological bases for conducting highquality investigations in the context of carbon management; be able to analyse the ethical considerations relevant to carbon management in an occupational or professional context; be able to apply the tools employed for tackling greenhouse gas emissions; be able to evaluate the effectiveness of different strategies employed to tackle greenhouse gas emissions; have the knowledge and technical ability to assess and advise on carbon management. Core courses: Carbon auditing and management; Climate, carbon and change; Theory and principles of sustainability; Environmental ethics and behavioural change. Optional courses: Climate change: impacts on ecology; Sustainable Buildings; Environmental economics; Sustainable energy technologies; Tourism sustainability and climate change; Policies for sustainability and development. Other optional courses are available. You will also complete either a work placement project or dissertation. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

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This Masters programme examines the social, political and cultural implications of environmental science and technology. You will learn to assess scientific and technological innovations as potential solutions to environmental issues. The unique interdisciplinary approach gives you a social science perspective on contemporary environmental issues. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time. This programme trains professionals, decisionmakers and students in the social implications of environmental issues, particularly in relation to technologies as potential solutions. It is the first UK degree addressing the wider social and political dimensions behind our scientific and technological choices concerning the environment. Teaching is through a combination of methods including lectures, seminars, case studies and a programme of guest speakers. You will have the opportunity to study alongside students on related environmental programmes. Core courses: Environment, technology and society; Environmental politics and society; Environmental ethics and behavioural change; One or both of Environmental communication and Environmental history. You will also complete a dissertation. Optional courses: You will choose up to two from: Sustainable energy technologies; Climate, carbon and change; Climate change: impacts on ecology; Theory and principles of sustainability; Writing the environment: old and new world romanticisms; Reading the environment: modern and contemporary nature writing. Other optional courses are available. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent in science, engineering, social science or humanities.

Managing Health & Wellbeing

This Masters programme explores the effective inter-sector and inter-agency partnerships that are key to the successful development and delivery of policies and strategies for health and wellbeing in various workplaces. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgCert: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You must complete two core courses and choose two optional courses. It is possible either to write a dissertation of 12,00015,000 words or complete a placement. As well as lectures and seminars, theres a focus on problem-based learning: structured around set problems that are generated from within the group or set by academic staff. Core courses: Politics and economy of health, wellbeing and social citizenship; Public sector systems: policy and planning. Optional courses: Communication and management psychology; Making ethical judgements; Policy and principles of research in the public sector; Media health and wellbeing. Entry requirements: You should have a first degree, or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant subject, or professional experience in a related field.

Tourism, Heritage & Development

This Masters programme builds your understanding of the tourism, heritage and development sectors. You will examine these three areas both individually and collectively, taking an in-depth look at the relationships between them. Programme overview MLitt: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, fieldwork and project work. Some of the courses will also include study trips. You will complete two core courses, two optional courses and a dissertation or project (which can include a work placement) on a subject of your choice. Subject areas you will study include: international development including globalisation, dependency and sustainability; regional and destination development strategies; the tourist as a subject in terms of motivation, background, behaviour and impact; the cultural context of tourism in terms of the variety of experiences sought by tourists and the varying reactions from host communities; built heritage such as archaeological remains, castles, monuments and vernacular architecture; arts heritage such as literature, painting and music, as well as language and customs; natural heritage, especially in relation to ecotourism; heritage management: museums and other attractions. Core courses: Tourism and regional development; Heritage, interpretation and development. Optional courses (subject to change depending on availability): Heritage management in context: theory and practice; Tourism: social science approaches; Tourism, sustainability and climate change 2. You will be required to complete a dissertation or project, which can include a work placement. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

The library provides good e-journals and research material accessible from home and there are other virtual learning tools and courses which are really helpful for part-time students living some distance from Glasgow. Sara Denver, part-time postgraduate research student

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School of Law

Law
The School of Law has a long and illustrious history and today we remain one of Scotlands leading law schools.
Contact
Tel: +44 (0)141 330 3583 Email: enquiries@law.glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
The school fosters the research potential of academic staff and postgraduate students. Our objective is to cultivate a strong, innovative and collaborative research culture, with a high level of commitment to research activity and output. We engage in research of international and national excellence, which is academically rigorous and contributes to the theoretical and practical advancement of the discipline. We have a number of research clusters to help achieve our goal of pursuing excellence in research: Commercial and competition law International and comparative law Legal history Legal theory Private law Public and European law Members of the school conduct a wide range of legal research including doctrinal, theoretical, and empirical research in areas such as legal theory, public law, Scots private law, criminal law, commercial law, public international law and many others. Work is carried out both by individual researchers and collaborative groups across the University or elsewhere.

generic research knowledge and skills. You will be introduced to legal research methodologies, the ethics of legal research, key traditions of legal inquiry and concepts of legal thought. The school supports a vibrant seminar series, which attracts papers from scholars of national and international renown. We also organise a series of lectures featuring talks from highly successful judges and lawyers and events for external speakers to present papers. Our annual James Wood lecture is held in the first semester, and we regularly host conferences and workshops. Some of our programmes offer work placements and with our support many students have secured internships.

Career prospects
All of the schools postgraduate programmes provide excellent opportunities for growth and career development and offer qualifications that are highly attractive to many employers. There is a high demand for law professionals and opportunities can be found in law firms, banks, insurers, and as asset managers and regulators. Graduates have also gone on to successful careers in policymaking, enforcement agencies, international institutions, government departments and non-governmental organisations. You will also be well placed to enter into further advanced-level study and academia.

Learning environment
Dedicated experts in their field, our academics provide supervision across a very wide range of legal subjects, and are approachable and eager to help. We place a strong emphasis on research training, in order to help you develop

Resources and facilities

The school offers excellent facilities including a dedicated law library. The Universitys main library also contains our extensive collection of legal materials and official publications and is a European Documentation Centre. We have a lively mooting programme and a dedicated Moot Courtroom. Our success record is outstanding and you can participate in internal, national and international mooting competitions. You will also have access to specialised webbased services including the Practical Law Company (PLC), which provides transaction documentation and advice to law firms and financial institutions.

Funding and scholarships

The 300th anniversary of the appointment of William Forbes as the first Regius Professor of Law will be in 2013-14. To mark the occasion, the University has set up the Tercentenary Scholarships Appeal, through which it hopes to raise funds for three scholarships for students to pursue a PhD in the school. Other scholarships and funding are available to support research students on a competitive basis. For more information please see www.glasgow.ac.uk/socialsciences/ studentfundingopportunities.

In January 2013, the School of Law will launch an 8 million research centre for copyright and new business models. The Centre for Creativity, Regulation, Enterprise and Technology (CREATe) is a collaboration between Glasgow and six other UK universities. Supported by a 5 million grant from UK research councils, CREATe will ensure the University becomes a leading destination in Europe for world-class research in copyright law and the creative economy. See www.create.ac.uk.

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The School of Law offers two research degrees, the PhD and the LLM by Research. It also offers an MRes in Law and an MRes in Socio-Legal Studies, which are intensive taught programmes designed to prepare students to complete a research degree. The school is an internationally renowned centre of excellence in legal research and teaching, with students joining us from over 30 different countries each year. You will join a community of over 60 postgraduate research students, over 100 taught LLM students and over 40 research-active members of staff, making for an intellectually vibrant research environment. Our doctoral students are an indispensable part of the schools research community and we welcome applications from potential students in all of the schools fields of research.

Research interests
Competition and antitrust law Commercial law Comparative law Constitutional and public law (administrative law, devolution/regional governance, constitutional and political theory) Corporate governance Criminal law and trials Employment law European law Financial law and regulation Human rights and civil liberties Intellectual property International law (including security, international legal theory, international criminal law, law of international organisations, international humanitarian law and minority rights, international economic and trade law, international law and the use of force) Legal history Medical law and genetics Philosophy of law and legal theory Property Welfare law and housing law. We offer supervision across most areas of law. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at www.glasgow.ac.uk/schools/ law/staff. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying.

Supporting our researchers

With a 65,675 fellowship from the Arts & Humanities Research Council (AHRC), Dr Ruth Dukes is channelling her research expertise into writing her first book, exploring the idea of the constitutional function of labour law. What I am looking at specifically is trade union law the law which regulates the representation of workers collectively. To begin with Im focusing on a comparison between Germany and the UK, and then the European Union and finally the world and how labour law is regulated internationally. The question I am asking in respect of the national, European and the global levels is whether we can usefully think of labour law with regard to its constitutional function. Dr Dukes, who joined the School of Law as lecturer in employment law in 2005, after studying for her PhD at the London School of Economics & Political Science, began her fellowship last October, allowing her a year away from teaching and administrative duties to concentrate on completing the book. The AHRC Fellowship Scheme aims to ensure that lone scholars in the arts and humanities have the time needed to undertake worldleading research with impact, while also offering early career development. This backing, combined with access to the school expertise and resources, has been invaluable in getting Dr Dukess project started. When it came to doing my application for the fellowship, I had excellent administrative support and our Head of Research was kind enough to read my application. Theres an active research culture within the school. My colleagues have related interests, the library is really well stocked with the material I need, and our events attract some of the biggest names internationally in labour law. Postgraduate researchers can benefit from the supportive environment of the school too. It organises fortnightly seminars for students to discuss their work and an annual exchange two-day colloquium with Antwerp University. We make a lot of effort to create a community for postgraduate students and make sure they are involved in events and activities. Its definitely a great place to do a PhD. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/ruthdukes

Contact us
Professor Mark Furse, Adviser of Studies Tel: +44 (0)141 330 5239 Email: mark.furse@glasgow.ac.uk Susan Holmes, Administration Secretary Tel: +44 (0)141 330 6239 Email: susan.holmes@glasgow.ac.uk www.glasgow.ac.uk/law/postgraduateresearch

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Law: taught programmes
Entry requirements for Law programmes are normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent with at least 50% of the credits in Law, unless otherwise specified.

Intellectual Property & the Digital Economy (LLM)

Within the rapidly globalising environment of intellectual property and digital commerce, this Masters programme provides you with a unique opportunity to specialise in this increasingly important area of law. Programme overview LLM: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You are required to take at least three courses from the following list (and four courses in total) and to submit a dissertation approved as falling within the area. Core courses: Contemporary issues in intellectual property; Copyright in the digital environment; European Union trade law; E-commerce, rights management, and information; Intellectual property and the market; International and comparative intellectual property law; International economic law.

subject areas), and are required to submit a dissertation approved as falling within the area. Courses: Competition law enforcement; Intellectual property law and the market; International competition law and policy 1; International competition law and policy 2; International merger control.

Contemporary Law & Practice

This Masters develops a deep and critical understanding of a range of contemporary issues related to the practice of Scots law. Programme overview LLM: 120 credits + dissertation; PgDip: 120 credits; PgCert: 60 credits; Continuing professional development (CPD) credit: (15 hours per 10-credit module) You will study via a range of teaching and learning methods including taught courses, case study problem solving, law reform projects, mooting and supervised research. There is an emphasis on intensive full-day teaching sessions combined with your own flexible learning. Core courses: Concepts and developments in Scots law; Scots law in European context. Optional courses: You can choose from a range of optional courses including aspects of criminal law, human rights, employment law, family law, public law, mental health law, property law and European law.

International Law
This Masters reflects the breadth of contemporary international law, addressing issues as diverse as world trade disputes, United Nations peacekeeping, international human rights litigation, State responsibility and criminal trials before international courts. It is based on the conviction that the international system requires a functioning legal framework, and that rules of international law are of practical relevance. Programme overview LLM : 12 months-full time; 24 months part-time You are required to take at least three courses from the following list (plus one other) and to submit a dissertation (15,000 words) approved as falling within the area. Courses: Foundations of international law (normally compulsory); Globalisation, constitutionalism and human rights; International criminal law; International and European human rights law; International economic law; International law of human security; International law and international security; International investment law; International tax law; The settlement of international disputes; United Nations law.

International Commercial Law

Continual developments in e-commerce and a shift towards global trading mean that new legal skills and knowledge are constantly needed in many jobs. This Masters will prepare you for a career focused in these key international areas. Programme overview LLM: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will learn through lectures, seminars and group projects and presentations. The use of international sources, such as conventions, means you learn about the law in the UK while also developing a broader international perspective. You will study three or four courses from the following list (one choice can come from other subject areas), and are required to submit a dissertation approved as falling within the area. Courses: Carriage of goods by sea; Corporate governance; Conflict aspects of commercial law; Competition law enforcement; European Union trade law; International financial regulation; International competition law and policy 1; International competition law and policy 2; International economic law; International investment law; International merger control; International sales and finance; International tax law; Law of commercial banking.

Corporate & Financial Law

This Masters provides a specialist focus on transactions, markets and global regulatory issues. Modern lawyers need to understand the structure and interplay of both corporate and financial law both at domestic and international level. Programme overview LLM: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will focus on key areas such as the legal framework for equity capital, issuing debt, takeovers and insolvency. The programme covers both the private law focus on the structuring of individual transactions, and the public law focus on the regulation of financial institutions and markets. You will be taught by a team of academics with practical experience of transactions and regulatory issues. You will take four courses and submit a dissertation on an approved topic. Courses: Corporate finance; Corporate governance; Corporate restructuring; Debt finance and security; International financial regulation; International finance law; International investment law; International merger control; International tax law; Investment structures and funds; Law of commercial banking.

International Law & Security

The LLM in International Law & Security is an innovative programme. Designed to provide you with a critical understanding of the role of international law in international security, the programme deals with traditional as well as contemporary security issues such as terrorism, weapons of mass destruction, failed states and human security. Programme overview LLM: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The courses are delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars and project work. You are required to study two core courses and two or three courses from a list of options and to submit a dissertation approved as falling within the area. Core courses: International law and international security; International security and international relations. Optional courses: Law optional courses: The settlement of international disputes; International criminal law; United Nations law; European security institutions and law; International law of human security; International and European human rights law. Optional modules from the MSc in Global Security: The European Union in international politics and development; Ethics in global politics; Insurgency and counter-insurgency, 1800present.

International Competition Law & Policy

This Masters provides you with a unique opportunity to specialise in an increasingly important area of law. The laws of the EU and the US lie at the heart of this programme, but reference is made to the laws of many other jurisdictions. Programme overview LLM: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will study three or four courses from the following list (one choice can come from other

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Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent with at least 50% of the credits in Law. We also consider politics, international relations, European studies and war studies graduates.

Medical Law
This Masters programme provides a detailed account of medical law in Scotland and in England and Wales, including a rigorous exploration of the arguments around the law. You will explore how law affects healthcare practice. This is due not only to patients seeking compensation for clinical injuries in ever larger numbers but also to frequent applications to the courts to settle issues relating to access to and the provision of appropriate treatment in complex and controversial situations. Programme overview MML: 36 months part-time (distance learning) The first two years involve online interactive modules and your attendance at two annual residential weekends at the University in each year. The method of assessment in each of the first two years is four essay-style assignments of around 5,000 words each. The first year consists of compulsory core and optional modules covering fundamental principles of medical law. Core modules (one assignment from each): Introduction to law; Medical negligence; General principles of consent. Optional modules (one assignment to be chosen): Decision making for the incompetent patient; Confidentiality; Product liability and vaccine damage. The second year allows you the opportunity to consider issues arising in reproductive medicine and in end-of-life care. There are module options to choose from in both areas but you must choose two modules to complete assignments on from each area. Issues at the beginning of life (two assignments to be chosen): Assisted reproduction; Controlling reproduction; Maternalfetal issues; Surrogacy. Issues at the end of life (two assignments to be chosen): The legal meaning of death (including consideration of PVS); Withholding and withdrawing treatment; Organ transplantation; Assisted suicide and euthanasia. In both years all online modules will be available to you, regardless of the assignment chosen. At the end of this two-year period, you will have one further academic year to submit a dissertation of around 20,000 words, on a relevant subject, under supervision. However, please note that successful completion of this programme does not qualify you to undertake professional legal practice as a solicitor, advocate or barrister, for which separate academic and professional qualifications are required. Entry requirements: A 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification. A medical degree is treated as equivalent to the Honours Degree for this purpose. Applicants with other qualifications should contact Ms Sarah Elliston: sarah.elliston@glasgow.ac.uk

Professional Legal Practice

This Diploma ensures your preparedness for entering the legal profession in Scotland. Programme overview PgDip: 9 months (two semesters) full-time The taught component is contemporary and innovative and comprises a number of compulsory subjects which are delivered in conjunction with a wide range of electives. You can tailor your programme to suit your future career in the legal profession. Our courses are delivered mainly in small group tutorials (12 or less) by our team of 125 highly experienced and committed tutors, almost all of whom are practising solicitors or advocates. Tutorials are very practical and seek to replicate the work undertaken by trainee solicitors and qualified solicitors in a learning environment. Core courses: Criminal litigation; Civil litigation; Conveyancing; Private client; Business, ethics, finance and practice awareness. Optional courses: Advanced civil litigation; Advanced criminal litigation; Corporate; Family law; Human rights; Public administration. Entry requirements: A law degree from a Scottish university or an equivalent qualification. You must also have passed or obtained exemption from the professional examinations of the Law Society of Scotland in those subjects required in terms of the Admission as Solicitor (Scotland) Regulations or be able to satisfy them during the period of study for the Diploma.

Law (LLM)
This Masters provides a challenging general legal education at graduate level. Programme overview LLM: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will complete four courses plus a dissertation. There is also a compulsory one-week induction programme, tailored specifically for the LLM. This offers you information and guidance on learning methods, research skills, and on non-academic aspects of life and study in Glasgow. For details of courses available, see programme entries for: Corporate & Financial Law (LLM); Intellectual Property & the Digital Economy (LLM); International Commercial Law (LLM); International Competition Law & Policy (LLM); International Law (LLM); International Law & Security (LLM).

Law (MRes)
This Masters provides you with an excellent preparation for further research in Law, serving as a qualification in its own right and a platform for PhD study. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time You will take a combination of core courses and optional courses, followed by a dissertation on a specialised topic during the final three months. Core courses: Advanced legal methods 2: Jurisprudence of concepts; Either: Qualitative research methods, or Social science statistics 1; Either: Advanced legal methods 1A: Legal research methodologies, or Advanced legal methods 1B: Traditions of legal enquiry. Optional courses: You can choose from a selection of Law LLM or MSc options and Politics MSc options. Law (LLM) options (please note that this category requires a prior degree in Law or a degree with a 50% law component): Corporate governance; Law of commercial banking; Intellectual property law and the market; International economic law; Competition law. Law (MSc): Globalisation, law and human rights; United Nations law; Fundamentals of international law. Politics (MSc): Comparative European politics; International theory; Media and democracy; Democratisation in Central and Eastern Europe; Enforcing human rights; EU in international politics and development; Internet, protest and civil society; Political legitimacy: contemporary perspectives; International security and global politics. College of Social Sciences advanced electives in research methods: Advanced qualitative methods; Understanding social research.

Socio-Legal Studies
This Masters offers an advanced introduction to the study of Law with a specific emphasis on socio-legal methodology. It provides you with an excellent preparation for doctoral study in the area of socio-legal research, serving as a qualification in its own right and a platform for PhD study. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time You will take five core courses and one optional course, followed by a dissertation on a specialised topic during the final three months. Core courses: Advanced legal methods 2: Jurisprudence of concepts; Qualitative research methods; Social science statistics 1; Either: Advanced legal methods 1A: Legal research methodologies, or Advanced legal methods 1B: Traditions of legal enquiry; Either: Advanced qualitative methods, or Advanced statistics: Issues and methods. Optional courses: Globalisation, law and human rights; United Nations law; Fundamentals of international law; Other electives from within College of Social Sciences Graduate School (eg in Politics or Sociology).

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Social & Political Sciences

With over half of our research activity rated as world leading or internationally excellent in the latest Research Assessment Exercise (RAE 2008), we provide a dynamic environment for study and research for our large postgraduate community.
Contact
Tel: +44 (0)141 330 6090 Email: socpol-enquiries@glasgow.ac.uk

Research environment
The school is a leading centre of applied and policy-related research addressing key issues such as: inequalities, identities and social change governance and the state crime and criminal justice health and wellbeing, including disability, urban health and the history of medicine global security and international relations global economy and business, including business and financial history. The schools disciplinary expertise ranges across the subject areas of Central and East European studies, economic and social history, politics, sociology and urban studies. We have 84 academic staff, 20 postdoctoral fellows and research associates, over 100 postgraduate research students and 32 honorary professors and research fellows. Our researchers make major contributions to national and international research networks, and to knowledge exchange with the public, private and voluntary sectors in Scotland and throughout the world. We have particularly strong links with Russia and Central Europe and developing research engagements with China. New research is fostered through networks of staff across the University and via wider collaboration, and our researchers regularly attract substantial grants from the Economic & Social Research Council (ESRC), the Arts & Humanities Research Council (AHRC), the Scottish Funding Council, the Leverhulme Trust, the Wellcome Trust and European programmes.

Learning environment
The school draws together internationally recognised scholars and respected practitioners at the forefront of academic and policy thinking to offer a range of taught and research programmes. Our postgraduate students benefit from regular workshops, seminar series, student away days, and opportunities to meet and discuss progress with supervisors. We regularly attract internationally recognised speakers to Glasgow and can also provide informal opportunities for our students to meet industry professionals at open events and recruitment presentations. We will also support you to arrange professional work placements where appropriate.

Career prospects
Our programmes provide knowledge, skills and training relevant to a broad range of careers, through in-depth study of key economic and social issues and problems. Many of our graduates have found roles in the private sector, voluntary or charitable organisations, civil service and government both in the UK and overseas, journalism, policymaking, higher education and academia, and many more.

Resources and facilities

We offer dedicated computing facilities within the Adam Smith Building and access to computers in other locations across campus. As far as possible doctoral students are provided with specialist desk, study and computing facilities to aid their study and writing. The Universitys main library has outstanding collections relating to our subjects, including internationally important resources related to Russia and Eastern Europe, and key statistical and official publications collections. It is also a European Documentation Centre, and holds extensive electronic resources including key journals, newspapers and archival materials. The University Archives are a major research resource. In addition, the school has access to various subject-specific collections.

Funding and scholarships

Our students find funding in a wide range of ways, including by ESRC, AHRC and Adam Smith Research Foundation scholarships, from international organisations and through doctoral awards tied to dedicated research projects. We are part of the Scottish Doctoral Training Centre (DTC) in the Social Sciences and offer a number of scholarships through the various DTC pathways as well as offering our own scholarships. For more information please see www.glasgow.ac.uk/socialsciences/ studentfundingopportunities.

Based at Glasgow, the Centre for Russian, Central & East European Studies (CRCEES) is an interuniversity centre of excellence. CRCEES supports activities demonstrating the impact and strategic importance of research in language-based area studies, particularly in terms of building capacity and supporting knowledge exchange in the non-academic sector. See www.glasgow.ac.uk/crcees.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/socialpolitical Research programmes

We provide high-quality training for postgraduate students in all of the areas of staff expertise through the school, and there is a wide range of options for independent research. As well as the activity within the five subject areas, we host a range of research centres involving researchers from across the school and the University, including: Scottish Centre for Crime & Justice Research Centre for Russian, Central & East European Studies Centre for the History of Medicine Scottish Centre for China Research Strathclyde Centre for Disability Research Centre for Business History in Scotland.

Research interests
Business and financial history Citizens, communication and political actors Consumption and risk Crime, justice and security Global and regional governance Global security History of medicine History, memory and legacy Housing, real estate and urban economics Human rights Identity, language and culture Inequalities International relations Migration Neighbourhoods and wellbeing Political theory Public and urban policy Regeneration Research practice and methods Social and gender history Social theory Social welfare and soft security Transformations and political change. We offer supervision across most areas of social and political sciences. To find out more about potential supervisors, view our staff profiles at www.glasgow.ac.uk/schools/socialpolitical/ staff. You are welcome to contact individual staff members to discuss a potential research topic before applying. We are active supporters of interdisciplinary research and most staff are involved in providing supervision to students alongside colleagues from other disciplines.

The meaning of marriage

Professor of Social & Gender History Eleanor Gordon is leading a new Arts & Humanities Research Council-funded research project, which is investigating the changes in workingclass families and marriage from 1855 to 1976. The project will plug a huge gap in our understanding of the cultural and social history of Scotland, explains Professor Gordon. In the current political debates taking place about the breakdown of the traditional family, there is a lot of misinformation and ignorance about the past. All the talk about this assumes that families in the past were stable units, based around the core nuclear family, and of course that simply wasnt the case. The project will look at the history of courtship practices, the reasons why people marry, the nature of marital relationships, and the breakdown of marriage in the Scottish working classes. Bounded by two landmark legislations the introduction of civil registration in Scotland in 1855 and the introduction of no-fault divorce in 1976 the project will examine how the balance between practical considerations, economic considerations, status, and love, has changed in working-class marriages over time. It will span the country geographically as well as historically, looking at families and marriages from urban, industrial, rural and island areas. Strong collaborations with non-academic groups are an essential part of the project. The Centre for Research & Family Relationships is a key partner organisation and a joint conference is planned to involve practitioners and policymakers. The Glasgow researchers also have links with Scottish Womens Aid and Teaching & Learning Scotland, and plan to disseminate their findings to a wide audience. We would like to show that the history of family and marriage is much more complex than contemporary commentators and politicians tend to suggest, says Professor Gordon. If we are going to address current problems, we have to have a sound knowledge of the history to inform policymaking. In order to understand the present better you have to go back to the past. The Universitys Centre for Gender History has one of the largest research groups of its kind in this field, with 12 gender historians who cover the range of history from medieval times through to the modern day. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/eleanorgordon

Contact us
Tel: +44 (0)141 330 2514 Email: socsci-gradschool@glasgow.ac.uk www.glasgow.ac.uk/socialpolitical/research/ postgraduate

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Planning, Real Estate, Housing & Urban Studies: taught programmes
Part 1: Understanding cities, markets, institutions and governance: Changing cities and neighbourhoods; Contemporary government and governance (real estate and planning); Development economics and real estate appraisal. Part 2a: Becoming a reflective and effective practitioner: Professional practice and ethics; Strategic management and decision making. Part 2b: Making a practical difference: Designing places; Real estate development; Real estate markets; Spatial planning strategies. Part 3: Research skills and experience: You will complete your dissertation or major project in real estate or planning (with research methods). Entry requirements: Applicants with a lowersecond Honours degree may be accepted, if warranted by strong references and/or relevant work experience.

City & Regional Planning

This Masters programme will deliver a highly regarded professional education in city and regional planning. It has been developed in close consultation with the relevant professional, policy and business communities and is intended to provide an intensive fasttrack entry to a professional career.

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Ade Kearns, Professor of Urban Studies, is leading a large research programme called Go Well: Community Health and Wellbeing Impacts of Neighbourhood Regeneration and Housing Investment in Glasgow. Were looking at the health & wellbeing impacts upon residents, of both where they live and of public policy interventions, to try to improve their neighbourhoods, says Professor Kearns. Were interested to know whether public policy actions impact on peoples daily lives, their quality of life, and their health and wellbeing, including physical, mental and psychosocial health. The study is looking at 15 deprived communities in Glasgow. Based around community surveys, samples of residents are being interviewed every two years to build up a picture of how their communities are changing. By also studying the whole city, the aim is to assess whether the gap between the study communities and the rest of Glasgow is narrowing over time. Some of the communities are going through radical restructuring, with demolition followed by new housing developments. The study, which began in 2005, will follow the communities throughout this process, and has recently been extended to look at the effects of regeneration associated with the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgows East End. The multi-million-pound programme is an ongoing ten-year partnership between the University, the MRC Social & Public Health Sciences Unit and the Glasgow Centre for Population Health, and is funded by NHS Health Scotland, Scottish Government, NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde and the Glasgow Housing Association. Our findings are fed back to the communities, to practitioners and to policymakers, so that they can learn from them and use them in their own discussions about what to do next. Theres a feedback loop between what we study and whats happening on the ground, which is very rewarding, says Professor Kearns. www.glasgow.ac.uk/gowell

Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time, up to 60 months on modular basis The programme is divided into three equal parts, with the second part further subdivided. You will take a series of core courses, choose optional courses and undertake a dissertation or a major project in real estate or planning. Part 1: Understanding cities, markets, institutions and governance: Changing cities and neighbourhoods; Contemporary government and governance (real estate and planning); Development economics and real estate appraisal. Part 2a: Becoming a reflective and effective practitioner: Professional practice and ethics; Strategic management and decision making. Part 2b: Making a practical difference: Designing places; Spatial planning strategies. Options: Economic development and employment; Sustainable housing development; Urban design policy and practice and either Real estate development or an approved urban design course taught at the University of Strathclyde. Part 3: Research skills and experience: You will complete your dissertation or major project in real estate or planning (with research methods). Entry requirements: Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree may be accepted, if warranted by strong references and/or relevant work experience.

City Planning & Regeneration

This Masters programme will deliver a highly regarded professional education in city planning and regeneration. It has been developed in close consultation with the relevant professional, policy and business communities and is intended to provide you with an intensive fast-track entry to a professional career. It has a strong focus on regeneration and requires you to select your dissertation topic on this theme. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time, up to 60 months on modular basis The programme is divided into three equal parts, with the second part further subdivided. You will take a series of core courses and undertake a dissertation or a major project in real estate or planning. Part 1: Understanding cities, markets, institutions and governance: Changing cities and neighbourhoods; Contemporary government and governance (real estate and planning); Development economics and real estate appraisal. Part 2a: Becoming a reflective and effective practitioner: Professional practice and ethics; Strategic management and decision making. Part 2b: Making a practical difference: Designing places; Regenerating cities: strategies and evaluation; Spatial planning strategies. Part 3: Research skills and experience: You will complete your dissertation or major project in real estate or planning (with research methods). Entry requirements: Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree may be accepted, if warranted by strong references and/or relevant work experience.

City Planning & Real Estate Development

This Masters programme will deliver a highly regarded professional education in city planning and real estate development. It has been developed in close consultation with the relevant professional, policy and business communities and is intended to provide an intensive fast-track entry to a professional career. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time, up to 60 months on modular basis The programme is divided into three equal parts, with the second part further subdivided. You will take a series of core courses and undertake a dissertation or a major project in real estate or planning.

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This programme will give you an insight into the development of housing systems, policies and practices, and provide a framework for discussing the development, financing and management of housing. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time up to 60 months by modular route; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time or up to 48 months by modular route Core courses: Economic framework for housing; Housing and the inclusive society; Housing policy; Scottish housing law; Housing businesses; Foundations of housing management; Housing management reflective practice; Management themes for housing organisations. Optional courses include: Sustainable housing and community development; Financing housing provision and services; Regenerating cities: strategies and evaluation; Strategic real estate management; Designing places; Remaking urban neighbourhoods; Community participation in neighbourhood regeneration; Community planning and participation; Regeneration and health; Crime, community and safety (A); Crime, community and safety (B); Evaluation for public policy; Policy design and delivery; Researching and evidencing the policy process. Entry requirements: A first degree in a relevant subject. Applicants with relevant professional experience may be accepted with fewer qualifications. Please contact the programme director to discuss. Part 2b: Making a practical difference: Real estate markets; Advanced real estate valuation and approval. Optional courses: Real estate finance and investment; Strategic real estate management; International real estate markets; Real estate development; Asian cities (limited places); Sustainable housing development; Other approved courses offered by the University in the subjects of Accounting & Finance, Management, Economics or Urban Studies. Part 3: Research skills and experience: You will complete your dissertation or major project in real estate or planning (with research methods). Entry requirements: Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree may be accepted, if warranted by strong references and/or relevant work experience. Part 1: Understanding cities, markets, institutions and governance: Changing cities and neighbourhoods; Contemporary government and governance (real estate and planning); Development economics and real estate appraisal. Part 2a: Becoming a reflective and effective practitioner: Professional practice and ethics; Strategic management and decision making. Part 2b: Making a practical difference: Real estate markets; Real estate development; Regenerating cities: strategies and evaluation. Part 3: Research skills and experience: You will complete your dissertation or major project in real estate or planning (with research methods). Entry requirements: Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree may be accepted, if warranted by strong references and/or relevant work experience.

Real Estate (PgCert)

The PgCert in Real Estate provides you with a comprehensive and professionally focused overview of the industry. If you are already in real estate and want to extend your knowledge and understanding of the industry through reflective and structured Continuing Professional Development (CPD) learning, this programme is for you. It is also a good first step if you want to make a start in this industry. Programme overview PgCert: 12 months full-time You will take three core courses and choose from a range of optional courses. Core courses: Development economics and real estate appraisal; Real estate markets; Strategic real estate management. Optional courses: Economic development and employment; Professional practice and ethics; Real estate development; Real estate finance and investment; Strategic management and decisionmaking. Entry requirements: Applications for the Postgraduate Certificate are considered on an individual basis, with particular consideration given to the applicants practical experience.

Spatial Planning
This programme aims to help you acquire a broad foundation of knowledge in spatial planning, from which more detailed or specialist study can be developed, and to relate academic thinking and research at the forefront of spatial planning to your own experience, whether at work or otherwise. Programme overview PgCert: up to 48 months on modular basis Core courses: Contemporary government and governance (real estate and planning); Designing places; Spatial planning strategies. Optional courses: Changing cities and neighbourhoods; Economic development and employment; Professional practice and ethics; Strategic management and decision making; Sustainable housing development; Urban design policy and practice. Entry requirements: Applications for the Postgraduate Certificate are considered on an individual basis, with particular consideration given to the applicants practical experience.

Real Estate (MSc)

This Masters programme will deliver a highly regarded professional education in real estate. It has been developed in close consultation with the relevant professional, policy and business communities and is intended to provide an intensive fast-track entry to a professional career. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time, up to 60 months on modular basis The programme is divided into three equal parts, with the second part further subdivided. You will take a series of core courses, choose optional courses and undertake a dissertation or a major project in real estate or planning. Part 1: Understanding cities, markets, institutions and governance: Changing cities and neighbourhoods; Contemporary government and governance (real estate and planning); Development economics and real estate appraisal. Part 2a: Becoming a reflective and effective practitioner: Professional practice and ethics; Strategic management and decision making.

Urban & Housing Practice

This programme offers you a broad understanding of contemporary urban change, governance and policy, and a deeper insight into a range of processes particularly associated with housing policy and residential neighbourhoods. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; up to 60 months on modular basis; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time; up to 4 years on modular route; PgCert: 4 months full-time; 8 months part-time; up to 4 years on modular route Core courses: Changing cities and neighbourhoods; Contemporary government and governance; Policy analysis.

Real Estate & Regeneration

This Masters programme delivers a highly regarded professional education in real estate and regeneration. It has been developed in close consultation with the relevant professional, policy and business communities and is intended to provide an intensive fasttrack entry to a professional career. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time, up to 60 months on modular basis The programme is divided into three equal parts, with the second part further subdivided. You will take a series of core courses and undertake a dissertation or a major project in real estate or planning.

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Optional courses include: Sustainable housing development; Designing places; Remaking urban neighbourhoods; Spatial planning strategies; Strategic management and decision making. You will also research a specialist topic and produce a dissertation (MSc only). Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent qualification. Relevant work or voluntary experience will also be taken into account.

Urban Regeneration
This programme offers you a broad understanding of contemporary urban change, governance and policy, and allows you to find a deeper insight into specific issues which contribute to, or detract from, city and neighbourhood development. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; up to 60 months on modular basis; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time; up to 4 years on modular route; PgCert: 4 months full-time; 8 months part-time; up to 4 years on modular route Core courses: Changing cities and neighbourhoods; Contemporary government and governance; Policy analysis. Optional courses include: Regenerating cities; Designing places; Economic development; Remaking urban neighbourhoods; Strategic management and decision making. You will also research a specialist topic and produce a dissertation (MSc only). Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent qualification. Relevant work or voluntary experience will also be taken into account.

Politics & International Relations: taught programmes

Entry requirements for Politics & International Relations postgraduate taught programmes are a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject, unless otherwise specified.

Chinese Studies
This Masters offers an introduction to the fascinating and fast-changing dimensions of China today. It provides a broad grounding in Chinese society, economy, politics and culture. There is the flexibility to combine cultural and political studies with introductory or more advanced modules in Mandarin. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The programme is made up of two core courses and four optional courses taken over two tenweek blocks. In the final part of the programme you will write a dissertation and may take an internship in China. The core courses focus on contemporary China its politics and society and role in the international economy. You can opt to do intensive language study and/or courses in business, international politics, ancient Chinese philosophy, research methods or an independent study module in an area of staff specialism. Subjects covered include: Chinese politics and society; Chinas international politics; China in the international economy; The business environment in China; Chinese language; Internship in China; Independent study module in selected subjects (such as Chinese art history).

Urban Policy & Practice

This programme offers you a broad understanding of contemporary urban change, governance and policy and will equip you with the knowledge and skills to make an effective contribution to sustainable urban development and quality of life for all urban residents. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; up to 60 months on modular basis; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time; up to 4 years on modular route; PgCert: 4 months full-time; 8 months part-time; up to 4 years on modular route You will take a number of core and optional courses, enabling you to demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the social, economic and environmental forces shaping British cities; provide an independent, critical assessment of current urban issues and policy responses; analyse the institutions and processes through which policies are developed and delivered; appreciate the complexity of urban policymaking. Core courses: Changing cities and neighbourhoods; Contemporary government and governance; Policy analysis. Optional courses include: Spatial planning strategies; Regenerating cities; Designing places; Crime and community safety; Economic development; Remaking urban neighbourhoods; Strategic marketing and decision making; Community planning and partnership. You will also research a specialist topic and produce a dissertation (MSc only). Entry requirements: A second-class Honours degree or equivalent qualification. Relevant work or voluntary experience will also be taken into account.

Urban Research
The Masters in Urban Research will equip you with the skills and knowledge to formulate theoretically interesting research questions within the context of public policy and to turn these into robust and feasible research designs. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time You will study four core courses: three in methodology and one foundational course in urban policy; as well as optional courses chosen from a range in urban studies and other selected courses offered at the University. You will also write a dissertation on a topic of your choice, under the guidance of a specialist. Core courses: Social science statistics 1; Qualitative methods; Introduction to social theory for researchers; Changing cities and neighbourhoods. Optional courses offered by Urban Studies: Regenerating cities: strategies and evaluation; Economic development and employment; Sustainable housing development; Public policy and fiscal austerity; Evaluation of public policy; Remaking urban neighbourhoods. You can also choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences. Entry requirements: A first degree in a relevant subject. Applicants with relevant professional experience may be accepted with fewer qualifications. Please contact the programme director to discuss.

European Politics
This Masters gives you a comprehensive understanding of contemporary politics in Europe, taking a pan-European approach to European politics (discussing both Eastern and Western Europe) and providing you with extensive analysis of the evolution of the European Union. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will study three core courses and three optional courses. You will also write a dissertation on a topic of your choice in European politics, which will be supervised by a specialist member of staff. Core courses: Comparative European politics; Institutions and policies of the European Union; Qualitative research methods or Social science statistics 1. Optional courses: Challenges in international politics; Chinas international politics; Chinese politics and society; Critical perspectives on human rights; Ethics in global politics; EU in international politics and development; Foreign policy of the United States; Freedom of expression; Globalisation and European integration; Human

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rights and global politics; International security and global politics; International relations theory; Internet and civil society; Media and democracy; Political institutions, crisis and communication; Political legitimacy: contemporary perspectives; Politics of gender in development. Note: Some courses might not be available every year. You may also be able to choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences.

Global Economy
The global economy is a complex and challenging place. This Masters in Global Economy, taught by internationally acknowledged experts in their fields, unravels many of the complexities and explores the challenges. This programme is unique in this field as you do not require to have a first degree in economics or business to apply. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will study core three courses and three optional courses and undertake a dissertation during the final phase of the programme. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in project and team work. You will benefit from our programme of guest seminars. Core courses: The globalised economy; Business in the global economy; Social science statistics. Optional courses: There is a wide range of options available within the School of Social & Political Sciences. The range of courses available may change from year to year, but may include: Globalisation of banking and financial institutions; Globalisation and labour; Technology transfer in a globalised world; International economic relations since 1945; The EU in international politics and development.

European Politics & Law

This Masters in European Politics & Law provides you with a unique perspective on politics and law in Europe, focusing on the domestic political system of individual states in Eastern and Western Europe, institutions and policymaking process in the different areas of European Union law, and the reform of the European Unions constitutional and regulatory architecture. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time You will study three core courses and three optional courses. You will also write a dissertation on a topic of your choice in European politics and law, which will be supervised by a specialist member of staff. Core courses: Comparative European politics; Institutions and policies of the European Union; Qualitative research methods or Social science statistics 1. Optional courses in politics: Challenges in international politics; Chinas international politics; Chinese politics and society; Critical perspectives on human rights; Ethics in global politics; EU in international politics and development; Foreign policy of the United States; Freedom of expression; Globalisation and European integration; Human rights and global politics; International relations theory; International security and global politics; Internet and civil society; Media and democracy; Political institutions, crisis and communication; Political legitimacy: contemporary perspectives; Politics of gender in development. Optional courses in law: British constitutionalism c16001800; Freedom, security and justice in the European Union; Fundamentals of international law; Globalisation, constitutionalism and human rights; Law and democracy; United Nations law. Note: Some courses might not be available every year. You may also be able to choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences and the School of Law.

Chinese health and society

The University has been awarded 508,678 by the Economic & Social Research Council to investigate Chinese peoples perceptions and evaluations of their health system. China has radically transformed its health system over the last 30 years, leading to a change in the Chinese populations attitudes towards their healthcare. What was a fully publicly funded health system has now been commercialised. Its brought a lot of money into the health system but its also made it very expensive for people, explains Jane Duckett, holder of the Edward Caird Chair of Politics and principal investigator on the project. The new healthcare system is also thought to have reduced peoples trust in doctors, but this is the first major academic study to focus on the issue. One of the key things we will look at is whether trust and perceptions of the reformed systems cost actually affect peoples health-seeking behaviour, says Professor Duckett. Glasgow researchers will be working with colleagues at Peking University to conduct a nationally representative social survey in China. State-of-the-art techniques will be used to obtain a sample population that is representative on key demographic and geographical indicators, allowing the team to analyse and generalise about the populations healthcare attitudes. The team will also engage with a range of governmental and non-governmental agencies and potential beneficiaries. There will be workshops in China with Chinese policymakers and economic think tanks that advise the government, and the team will also work with the World Banks Office in China, the World Health Organization, and the UKs Department for International Development. www.glasgow.ac.uk/sccr

Global Security (MSc)

The traditional military threats which defined global security matters for the best part of the 20th century have been quickly replaced by new and re-emerging security challenges. The Masters programmes in Global Security offer you the opportunity to examine many of these contemporary threats, and the strategic actions and policy developments designed to deal with them. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Core courses: International security and global politics; Thematic issues in global security; Comparative approaches to warfare and violent conflict; Either: Qualitative research methods OR Social sciences statistics; Dissertation. Optional courses: You will supplement the core elements of the programme with a range of elective classes chosen from a broad list of optional courses.

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The traditional military threats which defined global security matters for the best part of the 20th century have been quickly replaced by new and re-emerging security challenges ranging from terrorism and cyber-security to disease, migration and climate change. The MRes in Global Security offers you the opportunity to examine many of these contemporary threats, and the strategic actions and policy developments designed to deal with them. It also provides a deep understanding of social science research methods. This equips you to undertake a PhD or to work in a wide variety of research roles in fields associated with global security issues. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Qualitative research methods OR Social science statistics. Optional courses (two chosen, one from politics and one from law) Politics: Challenges in international politics; Chinas international politics; Chinese politics and society; Comparative European politics; Ethics in global politics; EU in international politics and development; Foreign policy of the United States; Freedom of expression; Globalisation and European integration; Institutions and policies of the European Union; International relations theory; International security and global politics; Internet and civil society; Media and democracy; Political institutions, crisis and communication; Political legitimacy: contemporary perspectives; Politics of gender in development. Law: British constitutionalism c16001800; Freedom, security and justice in the European Union; Globalisation, constitutionalism and human rights; Law and democracy; United Nations law. Note: Some courses might not be available every year. You may also be able to choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences and the School of Law. Dissertation: The dissertation, written during the final phase of the programme, is your opportunity to explore your own specialist interest in human rights and international politics and to demonstrate the research and writing skills you have developed during the programme. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in politics, law or related social science subject. We will consider applications from graduates from other fields, but you should submit a statement indicating why you are interested in changing fields or the connection to your previous study. We will also take relevant work experience into account.

Promoting human rights

An initiative at Glasgow is bringing together researchers, practitioners, members of civil society organisations and policymakers to address human rights issues. The Glasgow Human Rights Network marshals the wide expertise in human rights at the University and elsewhere and contributes to the College of Social Sciences themes on justice, rights, security and conflict; and inequalities, inclusion, identities and social change. A key player in the network is social scientist Dr Kurt Mills. The network is an attempt to harness all the various types of research being carried out in human rights across the University, and also to bring in people from other universities, civil society organisations and relevant government bodies in Scotland who have an interest in human rights issues, to look at common research projects and teaching, and generally facilitate interchange between academics and practitioners, says Dr Mills. Members of the network include academics from seven universities in Scotland and organisations such as Amnesty International, the Black & Ethnic Minority Infrastructure in Scotland, Oxfam and the Scottish Human Rights Commission. In an attempt to identify common groupings of interest among network members, a number of research clusters have been developed in the areas of equality and diversity; security, conflict and protection; promoting awareness and respect for human rights; and theoretical and philosophical approaches to human rights. There is also a cluster for postgraduate students focusing on human rights to share research and ideas, which will also create opportunities for students to get involved in activities coordinated by the www.glasgow.ac.uk/ glasgowhumanrightsnetwork

Core courses: International security and global politics; Thematic issues in global security; Qualitative research methods; Social sciences statistics; Introduction to social theory for researchers; Dissertation. Optional courses: May include: Critical perspectives on securities and vulnerabilities; Comparative approaches to warfare and violent conflict; Freedom, security and justice in the European Union; Globalisation and European integration; Globalisation and the new security agenda in Central and Eastern Europe; Society, environment and the concept of sustainable development in post-Soviet Russia; Post-Soviet Russia: Renegotiating global and local identities; The European Union in international politics and development; International relations theory; The Internet and civil society; Human rights and global politics; Insurgency and counter-insurgency, 1800present; British military power since 1945; The American way of war: From the Revolution to the War on Terror; Social change and social justice: Activism, social movements and democracy; Development, postcolonialism and environment; The global criminal economy; Ethics in global politics.

Human Rights & International Politics (MRes)

This ESRC-recognised research-training programme, the MRes in Human Rights & International Politics, gives you a broad and rigorous grounding in the study and methodologies 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. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in project and team work and an international study trip. Core courses: Critical perspectives on human rights (Politics); Fundamentals of international law (Law); Human rights and global politics (Politics); Qualitative research methods; Social science statistics.

Human Rights & International Politics (MSc/PgDip)

The MSc 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. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; PgDip: 9 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in project and team work and an international study trip. Core courses: Critical perspectives on human rights (Politics); Fundamentals of international law (Law); Human rights and global politics (Politics);

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Optional courses (one chosen): Challenges in international politics; Chinas international politics; Comparative European politics; Ethics in global politics; EU in international politics and development; Foreign policy of the United States; Globalisation and European integration; Internet and civil society; Media and democracy. Note: Some courses might not be available every year. You may also be able to choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences and the School of Law. Dissertation: The dissertation, written during the final phase of the programme, is your opportunity to explore your own specialist interest in human rights and international politics and to demonstrate the research and writing skills you have developed. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in politics, law or related social science subject. We will consider applications from graduates from other fields, but you should submit a statement indicating why you are interested in changing fields or the connection to your previous study. We will also take relevant work experience into account.

International Politics (China)

This Masters in International Politics (China) enables you to study Chinas international engagement in world affairs in depth. It will allow you to place the China factor in perspective, linking the countrys changing role in the international system and domestic drivers behind its foreign relations with theories of international relations and comparative politics. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in project and team work. Core courses: Challenges in international politics; Chinas international politics; Qualitative research methods OR Social science statistics 1. Optional courses (three chosen): China in the international economy; Chinese politics and society; Comparative European politics; Critical perspectives on human rights; Ethics in global politics; EU in international politics and development; Foreign policy of the United States; Freedom of expression; Globalisation and European integration; Human rights and global politics; Institutions and policies of the European Union; International relations theory; International security and global politics; Internet and civil society; Media and democracy; Political institutions, crisis and communication; Political legitimacy: contemporary perspectives; Politics of gender in development. Note: Some courses might not be available every year. You may also be able to choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences. Dissertation: The dissertation, written during the final phase of the programme, is your opportunity to explore your own specialist interest in China and international politics and to demonstrate the research and writing skills you have developed.

Optional courses (three chosen): Chinas international politics; Chinese politics and society; Comparative European politics; Critical perspectives on human rights; Ethics in global politics; EU in international politics and development; Foreign policy of the United States; Freedom of expression; Globalisation and European integration; Human rights and global politics; International security and global politics; Institutions and policies of the European Union; Internet and civil society; Media and democracy; Political institutions, crisis and communication; Political legitimacy: contemporary perspectives; Politics of gender in development. Note: Some courses might not be available every year. You may also be able to choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in politics, law or related social science subject. We will consider applications from graduates from other fields, but you should submit a statement indicating why you are interested in changing fields or the connection to your previous study. We will also take relevant work experience into account.

International Management for China

The Masters in International Management for China combines the latest knowledge in strategic management with an in-depth exploration of the contemporary Chinese business environment. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time You will complete five core courses in strategic management, business finance, the business environment in China, Chinas role in the international economy and research methods. You will be able to pursue optional courses in more specialist management topics, Chinese society and politics and introductory or more advanced standard Chinese language (Mandarin). Core courses: International strategic management; Business finance; China in the international economy; The business environment in China; Research methods. Optional courses: Chinese language 1; Chinese politics and society; Global business environment; International entrepreneurship and innovation; International marketing management; Managing across cultures and comparative management; Chinese language 2; Chinas international politics. Entry requirements: A minimum 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent in any relevant subject. Prior work experience is encouraged but not required.

International Relations (MRes)

The ESRC-recognised research-training Masters programme in International Relations provides a broad and rigorous grounding in the study and methodologies of the crucial challenges facing our world today, from terrorism to globalisation, and from humanitarian intervention to new social movements. In particular, it provokes you to question the division between the domestic and international, and between theory and practice in the study of international relations. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and undertake independent research. Core courses: Challenges in international politics; International relations theory; Qualitative research methods; Social science statistics 1. Optional courses (two chosen): Chinas international politics; Comparative European politics; Ethics in global politics; EU in international politics and development; Foreign policy of the United States; Globalisation and European integration; Human rights and global politics; Internet and civil society; Media and democracy. Note: Some courses might not be available every year. You may also be able to choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences. Dissertation: The dissertation, written during the final phase of the programme, is your opportunity to explore your own specialist interest in international politics and to demonstrate the research and writing skills you have developed.

International Relations (MSc)

The Masters in International Relations is designed for those interested in the crucial challenges facing our world today, from terrorism to globalisation, and from humanitarian intervention to new social movements. In particular, it will provoke you to question the division between the domestic and international, and between theory and practice in the study of international relations. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and undertake independent research. Core courses: Challenges in international politics; International relations theory; Qualitative research methods OR Social science statistics.

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Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in politics, law or related social science subject. We will consider applications from graduates from other fields, but you should submit a statement indicating why you are interested in changing fields or the connection to your previous study. We will also take relevant work experience into account.

Political Communication (MRes)

This ESRC-recognised research-training programme in Political Communication gives you a broad and rigorous grounding in the study and methodologies of political communication. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will study four core courses: two in methodology and two foundational courses in political communication; as well as two optional courses chosen from a range in politics and other selected courses offered at the University. You will also write a dissertation on a political communication topic of your choice, under the guidance of personal supervision by a specialist member of staff. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in project work and case studies. Core courses: Media and democracy; Political institutions, crisis and communication; Qualitative research methods; Social science statistics 1. Optional courses: Challenges in international politics; Chinas international politics; Comparative European politics; Ethics in global politics; EU in international politics and development; Foreign policy of the United States; Globalisation and European integration; Human rights and global politics; Media, war and security; Internet and civil society. Note: Some courses might not be available every year. You may also be able to choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in politics, law or related social science subject. We will consider applications from graduates from other fields, but the applicant should submit a statement indicating why they are interested in changing fields or the connection to their previous study. We will also take relevant work experience into account.

Russian, Central & East European Studies (MRes)

The MRes in Russian, Central & East European Studies is recognised by the Scottish Doctoral Training Centre which is part of the Scottish Graduate School of Social Sciences. As such, the MRes offers ESRC-accredited training in language-based area studies. The MRes offers advanced training in qualitative and quantitative methods; specialised area studies research training; and language training in one of the regions languages. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time You will take five core courses and submit a 12,00015,000 word dissertation. Semester 1: Social science statistics 1; Qualitative methods; Language (Czech, Estonian, Hungarian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish, Russian or Slovak). Semester 2: Research methods for studying Russia and Central and Eastern Europe; Advanced qualitative methods or Social science statistics 2; Language (Czech, Estonian, Hungarian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish, Russian or Slovak); Dissertation (12,00015,000 words). Note: Some languages and courses might not be available every year. You may also be able to choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences. Language training is offered over a range of levels from beginners to advanced. If you are a native speaker or have a degree in one of the regions languages, you will take an additional course instead.

Political Communication (MSc/PgDip)

The MSc in Political Communication offers you a thorough and engaging academic analysis of political communication. In particular, it enables you to develop an in-depth understanding of how political actors, the media and the public interact in different countries, and how these relationships affect the distribution of power and the nature of democratic politics. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time You will study three core courses: two courses in political communication and one in methodology; as well as three optional courses chosen from a range in politics and other selected courses offered at the University. You will also write a dissertation on a political communication topic of your choice, under the guidance of personal supervision by a specialist member of staff. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in project work and case studies. Core courses: Media and democracy; Political institutions, crisis and communication; Qualitative research methods or Social science statistics 1. Optional courses: Chinas international politics; Chinese politics and society; Challenges in international politics; Comparative European politics; Critical perspectives on human rights; Ethics in global politics; EU in international politics and development; Foreign policy of the United States; Freedom of expression; Globalisation and European integration; Human rights and global politics; Institutions and policies of the European Union; International relations theory; International security and global politics; Internet and civil society; Media, war and security; Political legitimacy: contemporary perspectives; Politics of gender in development. You may also choose, with the programme conveners approval, from courses in the other subject areas in the School of Social & Political Sciences. Some courses might not be available every year. Entry requirements: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in politics, law or related social science subject. We will consider applications from graduates from other fields, but you should submit a statement indicating why you are interested in changing fields or the connection to your previous study. We will also take relevant work experience into account.

Russian, Central & East European Studies (MSc)

The MSc in Russian, Central & East European Studies is an advanced study of historical and contemporary developments in the economy, politics, culture and society of Russia and the countries of Central and Eastern Europe. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time You will examine the history of Communism and why it collapsed. You will learn about the impact of international organisations (eg the European Union, NATO) and of major world powers on the region as well as retaining an appreciation of the regions internal diversity in a variety of spheres (cultural, economic, ethnic, political and social). You will take two core courses, two optional courses and submit a 12,00015,000 word dissertation. You can also participate in our extensive range of conferences, workshops, business days, seminars and networking activities involving representatives of the business, policymaking and third-sector communities.

Russian for Social Scientists

This is an intensive programme for graduates in other subjects who already possess basic proficiency in Russian but require a more thorough grounding in the language specifically for the purpose of conducting social scientific research dealing with Russia and/or the CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States). Programme overview PgCert: 9 months full-time This programme combines classroom and distance tuition in intermediate-level Russian language over two semesters. Students are also ordinarily expected to undertake a designated period of study abroad at a partner institution in the Russian Federation or another country where Russian is spoken.

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Core courses: State and society under Communism in Russia, Central and Eastern Europe; Language (Czech, Estonian, Hungarian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish, Russian or Slovak). Optional courses: Changing state and society in Central Europe; Developments in Czech society since 1989; Economic transformation in Central East Europe; Gender and identity in Soviet and post-Soviet Russia; Globalisation and the new security agenda in Central and Eastern Europe; Society, environment and the concept of sustainable development in post-Soviet Russia; Statehood and nationality in Central and Eastern Europe; Stalin and Stalinism; A maximum of one outside option from an approved subject. Note: Some languages and courses might not be available every year. You may also be able to choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences. Language training is offered over a range of levels from beginners to advanced. If you are a native speaker or have a degree in one of the regions languages, you will take an additional course instead. You can take part in the Collaborative Masters dissertation: this allows you to gain funded work experience while providing much-needed research support to public and third-sector organisations. economic, political and security challenges of the 21st century. Flexible and high-quality language training is an essential part of the programme. You will get international experience in at least two countries, develop your skills in area research and acquire a range of key employability skills through our well-developed placements with associate partners from the business, public policy and third-sector communities. You will also participate in conferences, workshops and other socio-cultural events, making the experience truly rewarding. You will study at the University of Glasgow in the first year. The second year is spent at another Erasmus Mundus double degree partner university or single degree exchange university (listed on the IMRCEES Consortium website) where you will follow one or more distinct study tracks (eg Central Asia Studies; The Caucasus/ Caspian Sea Basin Studies; Baltic Sea Region Studies; Soviet and post-Soviet Studies; and Central European Studies) in Semester 1, followed by a 20,00025,000 word dissertation.

Creating international opportunities

Awarded prestigious Erasmus Mundus status in 2011, our double degree programme of International Masters in Russian, Central & East European Studies (IMRCEES) offers students the chance to broaden their academic horizons. The idea for the International Masters programme originally arose from the colleges research links in Poland, Estonia, Finland, Hungary, Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan, says Dr Clare McManus, Co-Director of the Universitys Centre for Russian, Central & East European Studies. The programme now has ten international partners ranging from the University of Western Ontario to the Azerbaijan Diplomatic Academy in Baku. IMRCEES students have the opportunity to spend their second year abroad in one of the programmes partner institutions, where they can learn the language and become immersed in the culture, politics and history of the region. We give our students a wide range of experiences over and above the straightforward academic experience of going into the classroom, says Dr McManus. We give them opportunities to do things that they would never otherwise have had the chance to do. I would encourage any prospective students to contact me so that I could talk them through the programme. The programmes coveted Erasmus Mundus status will provide 18 funded scholarships every year for the next five years, and the financial support totals around 800,000 for each of the five editions of the two-year double degree programme. Run by the European Commission, the Erasmus Mundus programme of funding was established to enhance higher education through academic cooperation between Europe and the rest of the world, and offers financial support to academic institutions of outstanding quality. IMRCEES was one of only two postgraduate programmes awarded Erasmus Mundus status in the UK in 2011. www.glasgow.ac.uk/erasmusmundus

Public Policy: taught programmes

Entry requirements for Public Policy postgraduate taught programmes are a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject, unless otherwise specified.

Russian, Central & East European Studies (Erasmus Mundus International Masters)
The International Masters in Russian, Central & East European Studies offers you the unique opportunity to combine a year of study in Glasgow with a year studying overseas (in English) at one of our renowned partner institutions and leads to the award of a double degree or a single degree. The double degree version of IMRCEES has been awarded Erasmus Mundus recognition by the European Commission. Applicants interested in the Erasmus Mundus IMRCEES double degree should visit the IMRCEES Consortiums website at www.glasgow.ac.uk/erasmusmundus. Programme overview International Masters (Double degree/single degree): 2 years full-time This challenging and innovative programme enables you to understand the history of Communism and why it collapsed. You gain an informed knowledge of the process of economic and political transformation in the former Communist states. We want to develop world-class researchers specialising in one or more of the following critical geopolitical areas: Central Asia; the Caucasus and Caspian Sea Basin; Russia; Central and Eastern Europe, including the Baltic Sea Region. This should support bodies like the European Union to address the myriad of socio-

Public Policy
The Masters in Public Policy will equip you with the skills and knowledge to make an effective contribution to the formation, implementation and evaluation of policy in a broad range of fields. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time, up to 60 months on modular route; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time; up to four years on modular route You will take a number of core and optional courses, enabling you to: demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the key institutions and processes engaged in public policy; contribute to the design of approaches to monitoring and review of policies; better understand your chosen policy fields; develop skills in self-management, critical analysis, and written communication. Core courses: Policy analysis; Policy design and delivery; Contemporary government and governance. Optional courses include: Researching and evidencing the policy process; Public policy and fiscal austerity; Strategic management and decision making; Crime and community safety. You will also research a specialist topic and produce a dissertation (MSc only).

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School of Social & Political Sciences Public Policy & Management

This Masters programme will develop the skills and knowledge needed to enable you to make an effective contribution to the formation and evaluation of policy, and to the design and development of public organisations. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time, up to 60 months on modular route; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time You will study three core courses, as well as optional courses chosen from a range in urban studies, management and other selected courses offered at the University. You will also write a dissertation on a topic of your choice, under the guidance of a specialist supervisor. Core courses: Public policy for public managers; Managing change and innovation; Professional development and reflective practice. Optional courses include: Assessing the impacts of social networks on organisational performance; Community planning and participation; Evaluation for public policy; Economic development and employment; Managing work and employee participation; Project management; Public policy and fiscal austerity; Strategic management and decision making; Strategy dynamics.

Sociology & Criminology: taught programmes

Entry requirements for Sociology & Criminology postgraduate taught programmes are a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject, unless otherwise specified.

Criminology
The Masters in Criminology introduces the theoretical and conceptual resources relevant to the study of crime, criminal justice and crime policy. It provides advanced training in social research methods. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time, 21 months part-time The four core courses and two optional courses provide you with in-depth knowledge of current criminological issues and refine your social research abilities. For the MRes you will apply your analytical and research skills to a specialised topic and produce a dissertation. Core courses: Understanding and explaining crime and social control; Research and enquiry in crime and criminal justice; Social science statistics 1; Qualitative research methods. Optional courses: At least one must be taken from the following: Criminal justice: global challenges; Rehabilitation and desistance from crime; Penology and punishment; Crime, media and popular culture; Crime and community safety; Criminological perspectives on security; The global criminal economy.

Protecting our cultural antiquities

Professor Simon Mackenzie is leading a research project by the Scottish Centre for Crime & Justice Research, which aims to combat the global trade in illicit artefacts. Each year, objects of cultural significance and value are looted and smuggled around the world, often turning up in private collections and even museums in the West. The European Research Council funded project will gather and analyse data ranging from illegal excavation and pricing structures to the motives of traffickers. The aim is to develop new approaches to regulate the international trade of cultural goods and to help policymakers better define laws to fight criminal activities. Much of the problem with this trade is hidden by a lack of a solid research base, as Professor Mackenzie explains: Everybody knows that illicit trafficking in cultural heritage has been going on for a very long time. But its a very private trade and because of that, it is difficult to record accurate statistics on the size of the problem globally. The team will take a multi-sited ethnographic approach, conducting a series of observations and interviews at various points in a chosen global supply chain. We have identified a known trade route starting in Cambodia, crossing the border into Thailand, then on to Europe and finishing either in London or New York, the worlds two centres for the antiquities trade and we will identify key people, looters, local police, customs officials, dealers and collectors at each point, to interview for our research, says Professor Mackenzie. People are buying and selling cultural objects in the international market for millions of dollars and that money filters back down the chain of supply to the looters and smalltime dealers in source countries. If we can stop that from happening, we will remove the incentive for stealing cultural objects and begin to unwind the criminal side of the market. www.glasgow.ac.uk/people/simonmackenzie

Public Policy Research

The Masters in Public Policy Research will equip you with the skills and knowledge to formulate theoretically interesting research questions within the context of public policy and to turn these into robust and feasible research designs. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time You will study five core courses: three in methodology and two foundational courses in public policy; as well as optional courses chosen from a range in urban studies and other selected courses offered at the University. You will also write a dissertation on a topic of your choice, under the guidance of a specialist. Core courses: Social science statistics 1; Qualitative methods; Introduction to social theory for researchers; Contemporary government and governance; Policy analysis. Optional courses offered by Urban Studies: Regenerating cities: strategies and evaluation; Economic development and employment; Sustainable housing development; Public policy and fiscal austerity; Evaluation of public policy; Remaking urban neighbourhoods. You can also choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences. Entry requirements: A first degree in a relevant subject. Applicants with relevant professional experience may be accepted with fewer qualifications.

Criminology & Criminal Justice

Recognising the challenge for politicians, policymakers and practitioners in the criminal justice, and criminal law fields, the MSc/PgDip in Criminology & Criminal Justice addresses the complex problems that crime poses for contemporary societies. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time, 21 months part-time You will take core courses in criminological theory; criminal justice systems and processes; and research design and methodology. You also have the opportunity to take optional courses from a range of subject areas. In addition, the MSc programme requires you to produce a dissertation on a subject of your choice. Core courses: Understanding and explaining crime; Criminal justice: global challenges; Research and enquiry in crime and criminal justice. Optional courses include: Punishment and penology; Crime, media and popular culture; Crime and community safety; Rehabilitation and desistance from crime; The global criminal economy.

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www.glasgow.ac.uk/socialpolitical Equality & Human Rights (MSc)

This MSc in Equality & Human Rights offers a unique opportunity for you to gain knowledge about a wide range of equality issues and to think across the dimensions of inequality. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take two core courses and four optional courses. A 12,00015,000 word dissertation will be submitted in September. Core courses: Equality and human rights; Methods of social research. Optional courses: You must complete at least three of these courses. The disabling society; Sexualities and society; Racism and modernity; Religion in society; Class and stratification; Poverty and equality in the global economy; Gender in society. You can take all options in sociology, or one from another subject including politics, Central and East European studies and law.

Sociology
This Masters programme will provide you with an advanced introduction to sociology and you will develop a critical understanding of the discipline. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time The programme has a flexible structure, with over half the taught courses as options. Following from this, you will produce a sustained account of research in a chosen area, and conduct empirical research in that area, through a dissertation project. Core courses: Current issues in social theory; Methods of social research. Optional courses: You will choose three optional courses from the list below. You may choose to take one option from other postgraduate taught courses in the School of Social & Political Sciences. The disabling society; Religion in society; Sexualities and society; Gender and society; Racism and modernity; Introduction to social theory; Class and stratification.

You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in lab and project work. Core courses: Social theory and social history; Research resources and skills for historians. Optional courses (four chosen): War, sacrifice and the nation in Europe 17891918; Gender, politics and power; Governing highs and health: history and the control of drugs; History of medicine 1: studies in the history of medicine before 1850; History of medicine 2: studies in the history of medicine from 1850 to 2000; Poverty and inequality in the modern world; Qualitative research methods; Topics in historical computing; Social science statistics; Work and occupational health in the 20th century. You will also be able to choose courses from Masters programmes in History and Economic & Social History; and research training courses provided by the College of Social Sciences.

Equality & Human Rights (MRes)

This MRes examines equality and human rights in a social context, empirically and theoretically, while also providing advanced training in sociology and social science research methodology to fulfil Economic & Social Research Council (ESRC) postgraduate research training requirements. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take three core courses and three optional courses as well as completing a dissertation. Core courses: Equality and human rights; Qualitative methods; Social science statistics 1. Optional courses: Gender and society; Sexualities and society; Racism and modernity; Religion in society; Class and stratification; The disabling society; Poverty and equality in the global economy.

Transnational Crime, Justice & Security

This Masters in Transnational Crime, Justice & Security considers pressing contemporary global issues from a criminological perspective, including organised crime, trafficking, terrorism and environmental crime. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time Through a combination of lectures, seminars and project work you will: enhance your understanding of relevant theoretical approaches, concepts, debates and techniques of criminological enquiry as they relate to the study of transnational crime and security in a globalised context; develop your appreciation of the routines and structures of the global criminal economy, including contemporary developments in transnational organised crime and the illicit global economic activities of states, corporations and white-collar criminals; apply criminological knowledge to critically analyse contemporary social, legal, political and policy issues in transnational crime and security; develop the analytical skills to contribute to public debate on crime and security issues; gain an advanced understanding of criminological perspectives on transnational crime and justice, relevant to your further careers or academic studies. Core courses: Understanding and explaining crime and social harm; Criminological perspectives on security and globalisation; Research and enquiry in criminology and criminal justice; The global criminal economy: white-collar crime and organised crime. Optional courses: Crime, media and popular culture; Criminal justice: global challenges; Crime and community safety; Rehabilitation and desistance from crime; Punishment and penalty.

Sociology & Research Methods

This Masters in Sociology & Research Methods provides extensive training in social research methods and is recognised as postgraduate research training by the Economic & Social Research Council. Programme overview MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will take six courses and complete a dissertation. You may be able to substitute an optional course in place of one core course in Semester 2 (either Social science statistics 2 or Advanced qualitative methods). Core courses: Social science statistics 1; Qualitative methods; Social science statistics 2; Advanced qualitative methods; Current issues in social theory. Optional courses: Religion and society; Sexualities and society; The disabling society; Gender and society; Racism and modernity; Introduction to social theory; Class and stratification.

Global Health
The Masters in Global Health is a challenging and innovative programme which will develop your critical analysis of key issues within health and medicine, health policy and health planning from a social science perspective. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in project and team work in the UK. Core courses: Health in its social context; Methods of social research. Optional courses: The disabling society; Public policy for health; History of medicine from 1850 to 2000; Medical anthropology; Health economics; Globalisation and health; Psychosocial approaches to health.

Social & Cultural History

This Masters programme in Social and Cultural History will provide you with a foundation in the use of social theory in history, introduce you to a wide range of topics in the social, cultural and imperial history of Scotland, Britain, western Europe and the USA, and equip you with generic research skills. Programme overview MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time; PgDip: 9 months full-time; 21 months part-time

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AZ of index all postgraduate taught programmes A-Z of of all postgraduate taught programmes
A Academic Practice Adult & Continuing Education Advanced Community Development Advanced Statistics Aeronautical Engineering Aerospace Engineering & Management Aerospace Systems American Studies Animal Welfare Science, Ethics & Law Applied Carbon Management (Dumfries Campus) Applied Medical Science Applied Neuropsychology Aquatic System Science Archaeological Studies Art History: Art: Politics: Transgression: 20th Century Avant-Gardes Art History: Dress & Textile Histories Art History: History of Collecting & Collections Art History: International Art Nouveau Art, Style & Design Arts of China Arts of Europe Astrophysics Automotive Engineering 164 162 162 136 126 126 126 49 80 170 106 90 132 30 34 34 34 34 34 35 35 141 127 Composition 60 Computer Forensics & E-discovery 54 Computer Systems Engineering 127 Computing Science (MRes) 120 Computing Science (MSc) 120 Contemporary Law & Practice 174 Corporate & Financial Law 174 Corporate Governance & Accountability 150 Creative Writing (MFA) 42 Creative Writing (MLitt) 42 Criminology 186 Criminology & Criminal Justice 186 Critical Care Medicine 107 Crop Biotechnology 99 D Development Studies 152 Doctorate in Education (Research) 164 Drugs & Alcohol Studies 162 E Early Modern History Ecology & Environmental Biology Economic & Financial Sector Policies Economic Development Economics, Banking & Finance Education (Primary/Secondary) Educational Studies (MEd) Educational Studies (MSc) Electronics & Electrical Engineering Electronics & Electrical Engineering & Management Electronics Design Embedded Electronic Systems Endodontics English Language & English Linguistics English Language & English Linguistics: Applied English Language Studies (Oman) English Language Teaching Environment & Sustainable Development Environment, Culture & Communication (Dumfries Campus) Environmental Science, Technology & Society (Dumfries Campus) Environmental Statistics Equality & Human Rights (MRes) Equality & Human Rights (MSc) Europe & International Development (Politics & Economics) European Politics European Politics & Law European Studies: Cultures, Societies & Languages Evidence Based Medicine & Education Evolutionary Biology & Systematics Exercise Science F Film & Television Studies Film Journalism Finance & Economic Development Financial Economics Financial Forecasting & Investment Financial Modelling Financial Risk Management Fixed & Removable Prosthodontics Forensic Toxicology Freshwater System Science G Geoinformation Technology & Cartography Geomatics & Management Geospatial & Mapping Sciences Global Economy Global Health Global Mental Health Global Security (MRes) Global Security (MSc) 153 154 150 154 110 107 132

132 132 133 181 187 90 182 181

B Banking & Financial Services 151 Battlefield & Conflict Archaeology 30 Bioinformatics 105 Biomedical Sciences 105 Biostatistics 136 Biotechnology 99 Brain Imaging 143 Brain Sciences: From Molecules to Mind 103 C Cardiovascular Practice 106 Cardiovascular Sciences 86 Celtic & Viking Archaeology 30 Celtic Studies 66 Chemistry 117 Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry 117 Child Health 106 Childhood Practice 164 Childrens Literature & Literacies 164 Chinese Studies 180 City & Regional Planning 178 City Planning & Real Estate Development 178 City Planning & Regeneration 178 Civil Engineering 127 Civil Engineering & Management 127 Classics 37 Clinical Neuropsychology 90 Clinical Nutrition 106 Clinical Pharmacology 86 Clinical Physics 106 Clinical Psychology 90 Clinical Radiation Physics 107 Coastal System Management 132 Community Learning & Development 162

50 80 152 152 152 164 164 165 127 128 128 128 110 42 42 165 165 153 170 171 137 187 187 153 180 181 57 107 81 105

H Health Care 108 Health Technology Assessment 90 Health-Professions Education 108 Healthcare Chaplaincy 108 Historically Informed Performance Practice 60 History 49 History (with an emphasis on the History of Medicine) 51 Housing Studies 179 Human Geography: Space, Politics & Power 133 Human Nutrition 108 Human Rights & International Politics (MRes) 182 Human Rights & International Politics (MSc) 182 I Inclusive Education: Research, Policy & Practice (MEd) Inclusive Education: Research, Policy & Practice (PgDip) Infection & Immunobiology Information Management & Forensics Information Management & Preservation (Digital)/(Archives & Records Management) Information Security (MRes) Information Security (MSc) Information Technology Intellectual Property & the Digital Economy Inter-Professional Science Education & Communication International Accounting & Financial Management International Banking & Finance International Business & Economic Development International Business & Entrepreneurship International Commercial Law International Competition Law & Policy International Corporate Finance & Banking International Development International Finance International Finance & Economic Policy

162 162 95 54

54 121 121 121 174 165 150 155 156 156 174 174 150 155 151 155

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International Financial Analysis International Financial Economics International Law International Law & Security International Management & Design Innovation International Management & Leadership International Management for China International Politics (China) International Relations (MRes) International Relations (MSc) International Strategic Marketing International Trade & Finance Investment Banking & Finance L Landscape Monitoring & Mapping Landscape: Integrated Research & Practice Law (LLM) Law (MRes) Leadership Drugs & Alcohol Setting Learning & Teaching in Higher Education Learning & Teaching of Modern Languages in the Primary School

151 155 174 174 157 157 183 183 183 183 157 156 156

N Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

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O Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery 111 Organisational Leadership 163 Orthodontics 111 P Paediatric Science Philosophy Philosophy (Conversion Programme) Physics: Advanced Materials Physics: Energy & the Environment Physics: Global Security Physics: Life Sciences Plant Science Playwriting & Dramaturgy Political Communication (MRes) Political Communication (MSc) Popular Music Popular Music: Creative Practice Popular Music: Music Industries Primary Care Primary Dental Care Primary Expressive Arts Primary Physical Education Product Design Engineering Professional Development in Education Professional Learning & Enquiry Professional Legal Practice Professional Practice with PGDE Psychological Science, Research Methods of Psychological Studies Public Administration Public Health Public Policy Public Policy & Management Public Policy Research Q Quantitative Finance Quantitative Methods in Biodiversity, Conservation & Epidemiology

133 31 175 175 163 166 166

M Management 157 Management with Enterprise & Business Growth 158 Management with Human Resources 158 Management with International Finance 158 Management with International Real Estate 158 Managing Health & Wellbeing (Dumfries Campus) 171 Marine & Freshwater Ecology & Environmental Management 81 Marine System Science 133 Material Culture & Artefact Studies 31 Mathematics/Applied Mathematics 137 MBA (Master of Business Administration) 159 Mechanical Engineering 128 Mechanical Engineering & Management 128 Mechatronics 129 Media Management 39 Medical Genetics 108 Medical Law 175 Medical Visualisation & Human Anatomy 105 Medieval & Renaissance Studies 43 Medieval History 50 Mediterranean Archaeology 31 Middle Leadership & Management in Schools 163 Mobile Design & Engineering (MRes) 121 Mobile Design & Engineering (MSc) 122 Modern & Contemporary Art 35 Modern History 50 Modernities: Literature, Theory & Culture 43 Molecular Medicine 109 Museum Studies 55 Musicology 60

109 63 63 141 141 141 141 99 70 184 184 60 60 61 91 111 166 166 129 166 167 175 167 143 167 159 91 185 186 186

S School Leadership & Management (Scottish Qualification for Headship) (inservice programme) Science for International Development Scottish & Celtic Studies Scottish History Search Engine Technologies (MRes) Search Engine Technologies (MSc) Social & Cultural History Social Statistics Socio-Legal Studies Sociology Sociology & Research Methods Software Development Software Engineering (MRes) Software Engineering (MSc) Sonic Arts Spatial Planning Sport & Exercise Medicine Sport & Exercise Science Sports Nutrition Statistics Strategic Leadership Structural Engineering & Mechanics Surgical Oncology Sustainable Energy T Teaching Adults Technical Art History: Making & Meaning Telecommunication Electronics TESOL: Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages Textile Conservation Theatre History Theatre Practices Theatre Studies Theoretical Physics Tourism, Heritage & Development (Dumfries Campus) Translation Studies: Translation & Professional Practice Translational Medicine Transnational Crime, Justice & Security U Urban & Housing Practice Urban Policy & Practice Urban Regeneration Urban Research V Veterinary Public Health Victorian Literature W War Studies Y Young People, Social Inclusion & Change

163 133 67 51 122 122 187 137 175 187 187 122 122 123 61 179 86 86 110 137 163 129 110 129

167 35 129 167 35 70 70 71 141 171 57 87 187

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R Real Estate (MSc) 179 Real Estate (PgCert) 179 Real Estate & Regeneration 179 Religion, Education & Culture 167 Religion, Theology & Culture 73 Religious Education by Distance Learning 167 Reproductive & Maternal Sciences 110 Russian for Social Scientists 184 Russian, Central & East European Studies (Erasmus Mundus International Masters) 185 Russian, Central & East European Studies (MRes) 184 Russian, Central & East European Studies (MSc) 184

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College of Arts
School of Critical Studies Creative Writing (MLitt/MFA) English Language & English Linguistics English Language & English Linguistics: Applied Medieval & Renaissance Studies Modernities: Literature, Theory & Culture Religion, Theology & Culture Victorian Literature School of Culture & Creative Arts Art History: Art: Politics: Transgression: 20th Century Avant-Gardes Art History: Dress & Textile Histories Art History: History of Collecting & Collections Art History: International Art Nouveau Art, Style & Design Arts of China Arts of Europe Composition Film & Television Studies Film Journalism Historically Informed Performance Practice Media Management Modern & Contemporary Art Museum Studies Musicology Playwriting & Dramaturgy Popular Music Popular Music: Creative Practice Popular Music: Music Industries Sonic Arts Technical Art History: Making & Meaning Textile Conservation Theatre History Theatre Practices Theatre Studies School of Humanities American Studies 49 Archaeological Studies 30 Battlefield & Conflict Archaeology 30 Celtic & Viking Archaeology 30 Celtic Studies 66 Classics 37 Computer Forensics & E-Discovery 54 Early Modern History 50 History 49 History (with an emphasis on the History of Medicine) 51 Information Management & Forensics 54 Information Management & Preservation (Digital)/(Archives & Records Management) 54 Landscape: Integrated Research & Practice 31 Material Culture & Artefact Studies 31 Medieval History 50 Mediterranean Archaeology 31 Modern History 50 Museum Studies 55 34 34 34 34 34 35 35 60 47 47 60 39 35 55 60 70 60 60 61 61 35 35 70 70 71 42 42 42 43 42 73 42 Philosophy Philosophy (Conversion Programme) Scottish & Celtic Studies Scottish History War Studies School of Modern Languages & Cultures European Studies: Cultures, Societies & Languages Translation Studies: Translation & Professional Practice 57 57 63 63 66 51 51 Clinical Physics 106 Clinical Radiation Physics 107 Critical Care Medicine 107 Endodontics 110 Evidence Based Medicine & Education 107 Fixed & Removable Prosthodontics 110 Forensic Toxicology 107 Health Care 108 Health-Professions Education 108 Healthcare Chaplaincy 108 Human Nutrition 108 Medical Genetics 108 Molecular Medicine 109 Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery 111 Orthodontics 111 Paediatric Science 109 Primary Dental Care 111 Reproductive & Maternal Sciences 110 Sports Nutrition 110 Surgical Oncology 110 School of Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Public Health 111

College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences

Institute of Biodiversity, Animal Health & Comparative Medicine Animal Welfare Science, Ethics & Law Ecology & Environmental Biology Evolutionary Biology & Systematics Marine & Freshwater Ecology & Environmental Management Quantitative Methods in Biodiversity, Conservation & Epidemiology 80 80 81 81 81

Institute of Cardiovascular & Medical Sciences Cardiovascular Sciences Clinical Pharmacology Sport & Exercise Medicine Sport & Exercise Science Translational Medicine Institute of Health & Wellbeing Applied Neuropsychology Clinical Neuropsychology Clinical Psychology Health Technology Assessment Mental Health, Global Primary Care Public Health 90 90 90 90 90 91 91 86 86 86 86 87

College of Science & Engineering

School of Chemistry Chemistry Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry School of Computing Science Computing Science (MRes/MSc) 120 Information Security (MRes/MSc) 121 Information Technology 121 Mobile Design & Engineering (MRes/MSc) 121, 122 Search Engine Technologies (MRes/MSc) 122 Software Development 122 Software Engineering (MRes/MSc) 122, 123 School of Engineering Aeronautical Engineering Aerospace Engineering & Management Aerospace Systems Automotive Engineering Civil Engineering Civil Engineering & Management Computer Systems Engineering Electronics & Electrical Engineering Electronics & Electrical Engineering & Management Electronics Design Embedded Electronic Systems Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering & Management Mechatronics Nanoscience & Nanotechnology Product Design Engineering Structural Engineering & Mechanics Sustainable Energy Telecommunication Electronics 126 126 126 127 127 127 127 127 128 128 128 128 128 129 129 129 129 129 129 117 117

Institute of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation Infection & Immunobiology Institute of Molecular, Cell & Systems Biology Biotechnology Crop Biotechnology Plant Science Institute of Neuroscience & Psychology Brain Sciences: From Molecules to Mind School of Life Sciences Bioinformatics Biomedical Sciences Exercise Science Medical Visualisation & Human Anatomy School of Medicine Applied Medical Science Cardiovascular Practice Child Health Clinical Nutrition 106 106 106 106 105 105 105 105 103 99 99 99 95

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School of Geographic & Earth Sciences Aquatic System Science 132 Coastal System Management 132 Freshwater System Science 132 Geoinformation Technology & Cartography 132 Geomatics & Management 132 Geospatial & Mapping Sciences 133 Human Geography: Space, Politics & Power 133 Landscape Monitoring & Mapping 133 Marine System Science 133 Science for International Development 133 School of Mathematics & Statistics Advanced Statistics Biostatistics Environmental Statistics Mathematics/Applied Mathematics Social Statistics Statistics School of Physics & Astronomy Astrophysics Physics: Advanced Materials Physics: Energy & the Environment Physics: Global Security Physics: Life Sciences Theoretical Physics School of Psychology Brain Imaging Psychological Science, Research Methods of 143 143 141 141 141 141 141 141 136 136 137 137 137 137

International Management & Design Innovation International Management & Leadership International Strategic Marketing International Trade & Finance Investment Banking & Finance Management Management with Enterprise & Business Growth Management with Human Resources Management with International Finance Management with International Real Estate MBA (Master of Business Administration) Public Administration Quantitative Finance School of Education

School of Law 157 157 157 156 156 157 158 158 158 158 159 159 156 Contemporary Law & Practice Corporate & Financial Law Intellectual Property & the Digital Economy International Commercial Law International Competition Law & Policy International Law International Law & Security Law (LLM/MRes) Medical Law Professional Legal Practice (Diploma) Socio-Legal Studies School of Social & Political Sciences Chinese Studies 180 City & Regional Planning 178 City Planning & Real Estate Development 178 City Planning & Regeneration 178 Criminology 186 Criminology & Criminal Justice 186 Equality & Human Rights (MRes/MSc) 187 European Politics 180 European Politics & Law 181 Global Economy 181 Global Health 187 Global Security (MRes/MSc) 181, 182 Housing Studies 179 Human Rights & International Politics (MRes/MSc) 182 International Management for China 183 International Politics (China) 183 International Relations (MRes/MSc) 183 Political Communication (MRes/MSc) 184 Public Policy 185 Public Policy & Management 186 Public Policy Research 186 Real Estate 179 Real Estate & Regeneration 179 Russian for Social Scientists 184 Russian, Central & East European Studies (MRes/MSc) 184 Russian, Central & East European Studies (Erasmus Mundus International Masters) 185 Social & Cultural History 187 Sociology 187 Sociology & Research Methods 187 Spatial Planning 179 Transnational Crime, Justice & Security 187 Urban & Housing Practice 179 Urban Policy & Practice 180 Urban Regeneration 180 Urban Research 180 174 174 174 174 174 174 174 175 175 175 175

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Adam Smith Business School Banking & Financial Services Corporate Governance & Accountability Development Studies Economic & Financial Sector Policies Economic Development Economics, Banking & Finance Environment & Sustainable Development Europe & International Development (Politics & Economics) Finance & Economic Development Financial Economics Financial Forecasting & Investment Financial Modelling Financial Risk Management International Accounting & Financial Management International Banking & Finance International Business & Economic Development International Business & Entrepreneurship International Corporate Finance & Banking International Development International Finance International Finance & Economic Policy International Financial Analysis International Financial Economics 151 150 152 152 152 152 153 153 153 153 154 150 154 150 155 156 156 150 155 151 155 151 155

Academic Practice 164 Adult & Continuing Education 162 Advanced Community Development 162 Childhood Practice 164 Childrens Literature & Literacies 164 Community Learning & Development 162 Doctorate in Education (Research) 164 Drugs & Alcohol Studies 162 Education (Primary/Secondary) 164 Educational Studies (MEd/MSc) 164, 165 English Language Studies (Oman) 165 English Language Teaching 165 Inclusive Education: Research, Policy & Practice 162 Inter-Professional Science Education & Communication 165 Leadership Drugs & Alcohol Setting 163 Learning & Teaching in Higher Education 166 Learning & Teaching of Modern Languages in the Primary School 166 Middle Leadership & Management in Schools 163 Organisational Leadership 163 Primary Expressive Arts 166 Primary Physical Education 166 Professional Development in Education 166 Professional Learning & Enquiry 167 Professional Practice with PGDE 167 Psychological Studies 167 Religion, Education & Culture 167 Religious Education by Distance Learning 167 School Leadership & Management (Scottish Qualification for Headship) 163 Strategic Leadership 163 Teaching Adults 167 TESOL: Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages 167 Young People, Social Inclusion & Change 163 School of Interdisciplinary Studies Applied Carbon Management Environment, Culture & Communication Environmental Science, Technology & Society Managing Health & Wellbeing Tourism, Heritage & Development 170 170 171 171 171

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