Central & East European Studies / Geography (SocSci), MA (Hons)

The 20th century brought dramatic changes to Central and Eastern Europe through war, revolution, and social-economic upheaval. The fall of communism sparked ongoing transformations, including rising populism, the Russo-Ukrainian War, and instability in the Caucasus and Central Asia. From the Baltic to the Balkans and Berlin to Vladivostok, this programme examines key regional issues. Geography explores Earth's surface as the space for human activity, analyzing physical and human landscapes and their interrelationships amid dynamic global challenges like migration, development, and environmental management.At the University of Glasgow, with over 75 years of leading research, students gain insights into global security, highlighted by the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The Centre for Russian, Central & East European Studies hosts the Europe-Asia Studies journal and extensive library resources. Optional languages include Czech, Polish, Russian, or Ukrainian; the flexible Honours programme supports diverse careers in government (e.g., European Commission, FCDO, Scottish Government), NGOs, journalism, and business. High demand persists amid EU/NATO expansion and regional developments.