International Security

Entry requirements

For the MA programme you require a good Honours degree (UK 2:1) or its equivalent. For those whose first language is not English, an IELTS Certificate is required.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Deepen your understanding of contemporary global security issues by exploring theoretical, empirical, and ethical dimensions with leading experts. Tailor your studies to your academic interests and engage in active research to address the evolving challenges of our world today.

Our MA International Security empowers you to tackle global security challenges, shaping you into a strategic thinker equipped with practical skills to influence positive outcomes on a global scale.

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What makes this course different?

Our MA International Security offers you the opportunity to learn from specialists in their field who actively engage in shaping the global discourse on ethical governance and global perspectives. Delve into critical topics to gain a balanced understanding of theoretical frameworks, a robust skill set for practical applications and global network of peers and mentors, preparing you for impactful careers.

• Choose from an extensive range of optional modules to tailor your studies
• Study in a supportive environment with research-active international political economists
• Be a part of the International Relations and Security Theory research group
• Participate in a range of intellectual and social events alongside your programme to enhance your employability

Career opportunities

Our MA in International Security prepares a new generation of professionals eager to influence global security landscapes. Ideal for graduates interested in security issues, practices, and international relations, our course offers diverse career pathways. Recent graduates have secured roles with prestigious organisations such as the United Nations, Foreign and Commonwealth Office, or the Department for International Development, enabling them to shape international policies and address global, strategic security challenges.

Information for international students

For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:

• TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
• LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

Fees and funding

Postgraduate Masters Loan

To help with the cost of studies, this loan is available to all UK students. You can use this loan towards fees, maintenance or other costs at your own discretion. It’s available for all full-time, part-time and distance learning Masters programmes, as long as you don’t already have a Masters qualification (or equivalent).If you’re a student from Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, you can apply for Masters loans from your country’s government.

Scholarships

To help you afford your studies, we’ve put more than £33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.

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