Meet our students and graduates Government & Public Policy
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Sampurna Roy, Political Economy (MSc)
One of my favourite things about studying at Strathclyde was how engaging, topical and relevant all the lessons were. This made learning incredibly enjoyable as we were able to discuss current events whilst also linking these to core concepts in the literature. This was an excellent way of applying concepts in the literature to real-world events in real-time.
Nino Shanshashvili, Data Science for Politics & Policymaking (MSc)
There was a strong practical component : we were constantly working with real datasets, and the course included both group and individual assignments. It was academically demanding, but in a very rewarding way, as it continuously pushed us to apply what we were learning in real-world contexts.
Claire Schmid, International Relations (MSc)
My aspiration is to work in an international policy setting such as the European Union and my postgraduate degree will serve as a strong foundation to pursue this path. The course deepened my understanding of intricate international policy dynamics and provided me with critical thinking and problem-solving abilities through engaging classroom discussions and real-world case studies.
Vasilii Allenov, Data Science for Politics & Policymaking (MSc)
The course has helped me gain exposure to various real-world applications of data science, from simple data handling to building complex machine learning models. Studying at Strathclyde has affirmed my desire to utilise big data to make a positive impact in society and drive meaningful change.
Cyndia Green, International Relations (MSc)
I have obtained interviews and offers for a Social Researcher position within Washington DC and Policy Analyst positions across the US. This is specifically because of the experience I gained from the MSc and I could not be more grateful.
Connor Donaldson, International Relations (MSc)
The programme offered such a diverse workload which I really enjoyed. One week, you could be working to design a factsheet about a specific international organisation’s compliance and effectiveness. The next, you could be deep-diving how states have adapted theoretical frameworks into their foreign policy efforts.