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MA - Master of Arts
University of Reading
Full Time
SEP-25
12 months
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MA - Master of Arts
University of Reading
Full Time
SEP-25
12 months
MA - Master of Arts
University of Reading
Part Time
SEP-25
24 months
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Analyse contemporary issues of war, conflict and security in the context of politics within and between societies.
You’ll gain a grounding in the study of organised violence and an appreciation of the challenges faced by politicians and military personnel. Learn to think critically about a wide range of political ideas, institutions and events and how they relate to issues of security and conflict. You can also choose to apply your academic knowledge in a practical way with a work placement project.
Our MA Conflict and International Security course is designed to build on a wide range of student backgrounds and experience.
Careers
Our MA Conflict and International Security course will prepare you for a wide range of careers in governments and civil services across the world. Alternatively, you could work within the commercial sector, particularly in roles related to national and international security and defence policies.
Our innovative and employability-focused modules give you practical experience and help you develop skills sought by employers.
Career destinations for our graduates include:
Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (high 2.2 level or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. All of our programmes are appropriate for students from any disciplinary background, although an arts, business, humanities or social science subject is preferred. Relevant work experience may also be taken into account.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,800 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£22,350 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£22,350 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.