School of Social & Political Sciences Student Ambassadors
Our Student Ambassadors are current students from the School of Social & Political Sciences, studying across undergraduate, postgraduate taught, and research programmes.
They share authentic, first-hand experiences of academic and personal life at Glasgow through blogs, videos, and events, showing what it is really like to study with us. Their stories provide helpful tips, answer your questions, and inspire you to feel confident and ready to begin your own journey at the University of Glasgow School of Social & Political Sciences.
Laura Ortiz Ballarta
Laura, from Peru, is currently is studying the MSc International Relations.
- A Master's degree tailored to your interests
- A World of Perspectives (Instagram)
- Brussels study trip (Instragram)
- Moving to Glasgow? Laura’s Student Accommodation Tips
- Things I wish I knew before starting my master's in Glasgow
- What is it like going back to study after a long time?
- Winter break vlog: Edinburgh, just 45 minutes from Glasgow (Video)
Holly Sampson
Holly, from the UK, is currently studying the MSc Media, Communications, and International Journalism.
Giulia Mastrodonato
Giulia, from Italy, is currently studying the MSc Global Security.
- Our MSc Global Security students go to Oslo
- How to: Survive your dissertation (Instagram)
- Best Places to Eat Near Campus on a Budget | Giulia's Picks
- Glaswegian Chip-Monks finalists at the UK Cyber Leaders Challenge in London (Instagram)
- Current challenges of studying International Relations (Instagram)
- Your ultimate guide to a joyful Christmas while studying abroad
Faith Samuel
Faith Samuel, from India, is currently studying the MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice.
Ellie Nicholls
Ellie, from the UK, is currently studying MSc City Planning and Real Estate Development.
Anushka Sambhaji Patil
Anushka, from India, is currently studying the MSc International Relations.
Studying abroad in Scotland: Anushka’s path to the University of Glasgow
Find out more about the Student Recruitment Team
The School of Social & Political Sciences Student Recruitment team work to deliver recruitment, conversion and marketing activity on behalf of the school and aim to support prospective applicants and offer holders during their journey to the University of Glasgow.