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48 Master's degrees offered by the university
Secondary Education - Home Economics
At University of Strathclyde, our experienced home economics tutors have wide knowledge in all contexts of Secondary Education - Home Economics and have established a sound reputation amongst the teaching profession for their pro-active approach to teacher education.

Genealogical, Palaeographic and Heraldic Studies
This Genealogical, Palaeographic and Heraldic Studies course at the University of Strathclyde is for anyone with an existing interest and some experience in genealogy and related subjects.
Psychology
With the Psychology programme at the University of Strathclyde you can study an MPhil over one year.
Politics
If you're looking for work in the public sector, the third sector or with non-governmental organisations the Politics programme from the University of Strathclyde is the course for you. It's also excellent preparation for PhD work in politics or in the social sciences.
Criminology and Social Policy
This Criminology and Social Policy course from University of Strathclyde will provide you with a critical and nuanced understanding of criminology, criminal justice and social policy, and of the wider political, economic and social context within which criminological research takes place.
International Management (January)
The International Management (January) program at University of Strathclyde will help you to develop the knowledge and skills required by international managers and leaders to operate globally.
Social work and social policy
The University of Strathclyde offers a PhD in Social Work and Social Policy. This full-time programme is designed to deepen your understanding of social issues and policies. With a focus on research, students can explore various topics within social work and policy, enhancing their academic and practical knowledge in this vital field.
Secondary Education - Psychology
Studying on the Secondary Education - Psychology course at University of Strathclyde is a rewarding and absorbing experience where you will be contributing to a growing subject at a key time in its development. You'll develop your prior understanding of psychology, learning how to make the subject accessible to pupils.
Applied Gender Studies
The Applied Gender Studies course at The University of Strathclyde is a Master’s level course for those who wish to study how gender ‘works’ in relation to other structural inequalities such as race, sexuality, class and disability within society.
Data Science for Politics and Policymaking
The University of Strathclyde offers an MSc in Data Science for Politics and Policymaking, designed for a duration of 12 months for full-time students and 24 months for part-time attendees. This innovative programme equips students with essential skills to leverage big data in addressing complex political and social challenges.

Applied Economics
The Applied Economics course at University of Strathclyde focuses on developing your technical and analytical skills alongside your practical experience of how these skills are used to solve real-world economic problems and inform decision-making in a variety of environments. This unique feature sets it apart from other degrees in economics.
Media and Communication
The Media and Communication course at the University of Strathclyde will provide media and communication professionals with an informed and critical perspective on the future of communications, and future researchers and academics will gain advanced skills in media and communications.
Geoenvironmental Engineering
We've very strong industrial links and an active Industrial Advisory Board which contributes to curriculum design and the overall student experience, therefore The University of Strathclyde offeres the MRes Geoenvironmental Engineering.
Political Communication and Media
The MSc in Political Communication and Media from University of Strathclyde is a multi-disciplinary programme that explores the intersection of politics, media, and public discourse and prepares students to understand, analyse, and effectively engage in the communication processes that shape political life.
International Master Project Management
The MSc International Master Project Management at University of Strathclyde is suitable for both recent graduates and those already in the workplace. It offers a balanced programme of professional training at postgraduate level.
Mediation and Conflict Resolution
This Mediation and Conflict Resolution programme at the University of Strathclyde is the only course of its kind in the UK. It's rigorous and multidisciplinary, combining both theoretical and practical elements.
5G Advanced Communications
The Msc 5G Advanced Communications at The University of Strathclyde will cover the practical, theoretical and technological aspects of 5G Communications Systems as they evolve over the coming years.
Applied Economics (Online)
The MSc Applied Economics (Online) at the University of Strathclyde focuses on developing your technical and analytical skills alongside your practical experience of how these skills are used to solve real-world economic problems and inform decision-making in a variety of environments.
Psychology with a specialisation in Business or Health
The MSc in Psychology with a specialisation in Business or Health from the University of Strathclyde is a comprehensive programme designed for those seeking to deepen their understanding of psychological principles. This online course can be pursued full-time over 12 months or part-time over 24 months, catering to diverse learning needs while providing essential skills for professional advancement.
Work, employment and organisation
The University of Strathclyde offers a PhD in Work, Employment and Organisation, designed for full-time study over a three-year period. This research programme allows students to engage deeply with core areas of human resource management and organisational behaviour, fostering academic excellence and practical research skills.