Gain an advanced understanding of the key concepts, theories, and debates central to international security and its ramifications.

On our International Security MScL programme, you'll study different perspectives and approaches to security and its associated global challenges.

Our unique interdisciplinary programme combines perspectives from geography, politics, sociology and law. You'll also draw upon ‘traditional fields of security and defence, digital security and new technologies, human security, and securities of place.

You'll be taught by experts from across Geography, Politics, Sociology and Law and will study a range of modules on topics including:

Crime and policing

National defence strategies

International criminal law

International human rights

Geopolitics

International organisations, legal framework and treaties

Social media regulation

Digital and cybersecurity laws and policies

Migration and mobilities

Our experts draw upon real-world scenarios to advance your knowledge of international security. Their challenge-oriented approach to security studies will challenge you intellectually and equip you with the skills needed for your career.

The field of international security offers a range of exciting career opportunities. Whether youre just starting your career journey or are taking your career to the next level, our programme will help you reach your goals.

We're living in a period of geopolitical instability. There's renewed focus on the legitimacy and effectiveness of international institutions, and questions emerging about the role of law in the global arena.

This has resulted in an increased demand among policymakers, civil society, and private stakeholders for a better understanding of the security implications of contemporary developments.

Together well engage with these questions, investigate potential interdisciplinary solutions, and examine their broader implications and consequences.

What you'll learn

With particular focus on conflict, crime and security, youll:

gain an in-depth understanding of the concepts, theories, debates and legal frameworks that shape the field of international security

develop expert knowledge of interdisciplinary social science research methods and approaches and learn how to apply them in practice

explore a range of case studies across regions, applying theoretical concepts to real-world examples of international security issues.