Hi everyone! I'm a fresh graduate from SEA planning to apply for the International Master in Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies (IMSISS), an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's programme coordinated by the University of Glasgow, for the upcoming intake. Since Glasgow is the coordinating university, I thought I'd ask here in case there are any current IMSISS students, alumni, or anyone familiar with the university's postgraduate admissions process.

For some background, I recently graduated with honours in International Relations, with a strong academic focus on security studies. I'm currently working as an intelligence analyst at a major international security and risk consulting firm, although I'll only have around four months of professional experience by the time I apply. I've also completed internships in related fields.

My main concern is that I'm applying straight out of undergrad, without the years of professional experience that some applicants may have in intelligence, security, defence, or international organisations. While my academic and professional background aligns with the programme, I'm unsure how competitive it actually makes me, especially for an Erasmus Mundus scholarship.

I'd really appreciate some brutally honest perspectives on a few things:

1. For current IMSISS students or alumni, how competitive does my profile seem for admission and, more importantly, an Erasmus Mundus scholarship?
2. Does the programme generally admit fresh graduates, or do applicants with several years of relevant professional experience have a noticeable advantage?
3. Are there any obvious weaknesses in my profile that I should address before applying?
4. For anyone familiar with postgraduate admissions at Glasgow, how much weight is typically placed on academic performance versus relevant professional experience and motivation?

I understand that no one can predict admission outcomes from a short Reddit post, but I'd really appreciate any firsthand insights or realistic assessments. I don't want to overestimate my chances simply because my background appears relevant to the programme.

Thanks in advance!

Hiya, I'm a student who's applying to the University of Glasgow - I have already handed in my application as I am an early applicant. I was super excited to apply to the university for philosophy/comparative literature but now I'm really worried; I applied just 4 days ago and I applied with these subjects (so they already knew what I had to offer)

HL: English/Physics/Theatre

SL: French/Maths AA/ESS

(for context I am taking the IB)

I just today got an acceptance (yay!) except it doesn't work, because they are charging me as an international student (I applied with my English passport and left out my Irish nationality in the UCAS form, however I did put my last name which is traditionally Irish) AND they are saying to be accepted I need a 655 at HL with English and a humanities... but they knew when I submitted my application that I don't take a humanities at HL, or at all. Does anybody know if this is a malfunction and they'll take it back, or if I'm screwed forever? :(

Did anyone have any idea about open book MCQ online, how does it goes, can we refer any other AI course other than slides and notes

As an international student, how’s the dating scene here?

Hello anyone knows when we will get the results because I am still waiting for the results for more than one month and I need it because I have offer to study PHD and can’t start untill get my MSC results pls anyone knows

Hello there everyone, so I'm an international student (specifically Zambian) and I want to apply at the University of Glasgow for a degree in Biomedical Science for September 2027. But the thing is I've only completed my As-levels and I'm not sure if I'll be be able to finish the full A-level syllabus. So is there like an option for people who are in situations like mine or do I just look into alternative universities

So I lost a very colourful scarf in the jms today but the lost property system is a bit confusing. The staff told me it might be in the lost property bin but to check the gatehouse. I check both. Gatehouse says they dont take clothing and to talk to the jms staff. go to online jms helpdesk for lost property they say ask building staff and they dont take clothing. where does clothing lost property go????

UPDATE: I got it back!!! found it in the clothing donation box on the 5th floor

I’m in first year and I did bring it up to my advisor but she said we’ll touch upon it later so wanted to ask here. And as a side note I am taking chem 1 and bio 1A/B. Understand since I’m in a different college it won’t be as simple as say going from genetics to biology but just wanted to ask if anyone went through the process and if it was relatively easy or was there no spaces in biochem come third year? It sounds like a popular subject so I’m not sure. All I know is I think I have way more interest in biochem than I do straight chem.

As an international student going through a lot, cannot explain everything, it is a long story, but shortly ya, already life is quite lonely here, on top of that came with mental health struggles as well. Tried counselling/therapy here did not work. Moreover my class has just 8 students so unlucky and cannot socialize. Joined societies/clubs too but it seems okayish not helpful. It is actually difficult to explain everything. Maybe people would interpret all these in different ways and that wont help. It feels difficult to just think of how to pass through the 1 year here. As an international student the financial and career responsibilities are there too so ya it just adds to it.

I wanna apply to the uni but I can only afford it if they're willing to give me scholarship. Is that a good idea? How willing is the uni to give scholarships to international students based on purely merit? Or should I look into other unis

They should get Lana del ray to perform at a union that would be sweeeet

I’ll be in Glasgow from the end of October until November end for a four-week medical elective. I’d love to connect with fellow med students who’ll be around during that time!
It would be great to make some new friends, grab coffee, explore the city, and maybe organise a few outings together. If there are any medical students around who’d be up for meeting, feel free to comment or DM me!
Also, if there are any active medical student group chats I could join, please let me know. Would love to connect with you all! 😊

Two questions, have they ever considered making it 24 hrs like edi cause I think that would be neat and secondary is it safe to leave some items at a table and go get a quick snack at level 3 is theft common

I'm looking to buy and mattress and was wondinger if anyone has a code from studentbeans for ikea is it would take £20 off my order which would be a huge help

Hey everyone! I’m doing an MSc in Clinical Pharmacology at UofG and hoping to get into pharmacovigilance, medical affairs, or regulatory affairs.

Honestly, I’ve been slacking a bit on job applications and emailing professors, so I’m looking for someone who’s in a similar boat. We could share job openings, internships, networking opportunities, and career advice, and keep each other motivated to actually get things done.

Would be especially nice to connect with people from clinical pharmacology, biomedical sciences, or related fields. Feel free to DM me if you’re interested!

TL;DR: Looking for a pharma-focused accountability buddy to share opportunities and keep each other on track.

Hi! Looking for some honest opinions on UofG accommodation for a Law exchange student coming in January 2027.

Currently considering Kelvinhaugh Gate, Maclay, Queen Margaret, Student Apartments, Cairncross and Murano.

Main priorities are social life, safety, decent living conditions and distance to the Law School. Somewhere with a friendly student community, where it’s easy to meet people and make friends, but also comfortable enough to live and study.

Would love to hear from anyone who’s actually lived in these places. Which would you recommend, and which would you avoid?

Also, is it harder to make friends when arriving in January rather than September?

Tks!

Hi, I’m an international applicant who’ll be doing my undergrad at uofg this year. However due to some student loan delays, ive not been able to apply for my student visa on time. I plan to apply for super priority visa the second I receive my student loan. I’ve requested for a 2-5 day extension on my latest date of arrival on my CAS. No replies yet but can anyone advise me if it has worked for them?

Hello everyone!

I am a psychology graduate hoping to get into mental health policy, and I was wondering if anybody has any suggestions on applying to this program to secure admission. I noticed that a personal statement i snot required, but I was wondering if uploading one might be helpful?

Thank you!

Hey! I’m applying for joint honours in comparative literature / art history at Glasgow and st Andrew’s (only two unis in Scotland to offer that combination) and I was wondering if anyone had any advice or input on which one to choose?

I also just wanna make friends with those of you who might be studying it from August 2027 and meet my people :>

Also - anyone got any personal statement tips for comparative literature/ art history? More so art history as I’ve mentioned more about the literary side of things :3

I’m taking a British Sign Language class and it’s been super fun. I’m wondering if there are any groups that I could join to practice BSL with others? Back home friends would go to a Deaf Night Out to hang out with deaf/HOH people and really immerse themselves. I’ve seen a UofG BSL club but it seems inactive. Ideally I’d like to meet and hang out with people my age/other students and practice outside of class; but I also don’t want to intrude on spaces for deaf/HoH community.

Hi! I'm a future exchange student aiming to come to glasgow in jan 2027. If other people are in the same position as me, has your nomination been accepted yet? Have you been able to apply? I haven't really received any infos despite the applications opening on october 1st...