Russian and Post-Soviet Politics MA

Normally an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

The English language level for this course is: Level 2.

Further information can be found on our English language requirements page.

Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English

UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level.

Our MA in Russian and Post-Soviet Politics offers the opportunity to study the politics, societies, and international relations of states and societies of the former Soviet Union from an in-depth area studies perspective. Core options allow students to focus on Ukraine, Moldova, the Baltic states, or Central Asia, as well as Russia. Additional optional modules enable students to explore theoretical approaches from political science, sociology, and international relations, or to study a language of the region. The programme develops specialist knowledge of a strategically important but complex region, equipping students with analytical and research skills relevant for future work or further study.