MLitt in Global Social and Political Thought in St Andrews United Kingdom | University of St Andrews

University of St Andrews | St Andrews United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 25,880
(c. USD34,580.08)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

The MLitt in Global Social and Political Thought examines the evolution and impact of societal and political concepts. This program fosters cross-disciplinary insights into worldwide intellectual traditions while equipping students with practical abilities in comparative assessment and cultural interpretation. Designed for learners seeking to expand their grasp of global intellectual heritage, including those considering doctoral studies. The curriculum structure supports students without extensive background in the field to acquire sophisticated expertise. By studying transnational and comparative perspectives on global traditions, the program offers exceptional breadth and nuance beyond standard political theory degrees. Its interdisciplinary nature enables students to draw from multiple academic fields to enrich their research. A built-in professional development component bridges academic knowledge with career-enhancing skills.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

A 2.1 Honours undergraduate degree. If you studied your first degree outside the UK

Application requirements

A CV or r'sum. This should include your personal details with a history of your education and employment to date.
A personal statement explaining:
why you have applied for this course
how it relates to your personal or professional ambitions
how your academic and professional background show you have the skills needed to work effectively at postgraduate level.
A sample of your own, single-authoredacademic written work such as an extract from a previous project, essay, or undergraduate dissertation.
Two original signed academic references on headed paper.
Academic transcripts and degree certificates.

IELTS (Academic) - 7.0, Listening - 6.0 , Reading - 6.0, Speaking - 6.0, Writing - 7.0
TOEFL iBT - 94, Listening - 12 , Reading - 13, Speaking - 18, Writing - 27

Tuition GBP 25,880

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