IntM Global Markets, Local Creativities (Erasmus Mundus International Master)

GLOCAL students gain hands-on experience through international mobility, interdisciplinary research, and real-world engagement with cultural and economic institutions. The program’s structure — spanning three universities across two years — offers immersive exposure to diverse regional contexts, while coursework and dissertation projects develop practical skills in policy analysis, entrepreneurship, and urban development. Students benefit from access to Glasgow’s world-class facilities and the broader Erasmus Mundus network, which supports collaborative learning and global career readiness.

Here’s how experiential learning is built into the GLOCAL experience:

• Multi-country Study Pathway: Students study at three universities across Europe (Glasgow, Barcelona, Uppsala, Rotterdam, Göttingen, or Bogazici), gaining comparative insight into local-global dynamics.
• Independent Research Dissertation: Supervised by faculty at the final host university, students conduct original research often involving fieldwork, interviews, or case studies.
• Group Projects & Seminars: Modules such as Global Varieties of Capitalism and Creative Cities include collaborative assignments and presentations that simulate real-world policy and business challenges.
• University of Glasgow Library: Access to one of the UK’s leading research libraries, with extensive collections in globalisation, urban studies, and cultural policy.
• Digital Learning Tools: Moodle and other platforms support coursework, feedback, and access to academic resources across partner institutions.
• Urban Big Data Centre: Students at Glasgow benefit from proximity to this ESRC-funded research hub, which supports data-driven urban policy analysis.
• Erasmus Mundus Network: Students join a global cohort and benefit from international events, alumni connections, and mobility support.

GLOCAL graduates are uniquely positioned for careers that demand global insight and local expertise. With experience across three international universities and a curriculum rooted in economic development, cultural policy, and entrepreneurship, students step into roles that span public, private, and non-profit sectors. Common career paths include: international development consultant, cultural policy advisor, urban strategist, and innovation project manager.

Here’s how Glasgow and the GLOCAL consortium support your next steps:

• University of Glasgow Careers Service: Offers tailored support for international students and Erasmus Mundus scholars, including CV workshops, employer networking events, and access to global job boards.
• Graduate Outcomes: 95.9% of Glasgow’s postgraduate taught students are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation (HESA Graduate Outcomes 2020/21).
• Industry Partnerships: Students benefit from connections to the Urban Big Data Centre, Centre for Cultural Policy Research, and international development networks across partner universities.
• Erasmus Mundus Accreditation: GLOCAL is an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree, backed by the European Commission — a mark of academic excellence and global mobility.
• Global Employability: Graduates join a prestigious alumni network across Europe and beyond, with many securing roles in international organisations, government agencies, and cultural institutions.

Further Academic Progression:
Students can pursue doctoral research in global political economy, urban studies, or cultural policy — either at Glasgow or other top-tier institutions. The program’s interdisciplinary and research-intensive structure makes it an ideal launchpad for PhD study or specialised postgraduate research.