MSc International Security

Course Overview This MSc in Transnational Security provides an advanced and comprehensive examination of the most pressing global security challenges, from terrorism and political violence to environmental catastrophe and cyber threats. The program is uniquely designed to be tailored to your specific interests, allowing for specialisation in particular issues or geographic regions, and is ideal for careers in international policy, NGOs, and government. You will be taught by leading experts whose cutting-edge research directly informs a curriculum that is both theoretically rigorous and policy-relevant. Key Program Highlights Specialize in your areas of interest with a wide range of optional units, including political violence, biopolitics, and international law Learn from a research-active department with expertise in security studies, international law, conflict, and global politics Ideal preparation for a high-level career in international policy-making, NGOs, or governmental organizations Focus on contemporary security issues reflected in media and policy, such as terrorism, WMD, and weak states Flexible entry points with Postgraduate Diploma pathway available for students without a direct academic background