Overview

Specifically, the Development and Security programme from University of Bristol builds on the unique combination of expertise and experience in the School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies to:

examine the nature of violent conflict in the world today and the international community's response to it;

locate this analysis in a comprehensive theoretical understanding of wider development and security studies, debates and controversies, particularly in relation to evolving patterns of global governance;

explore these issues and dilemmas through contemporary, empirical case studies.

Careers

Bristol graduates are in high demand and have an excellent record of employment following graduation. Students of the School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies' MSc programmes go on to pursue varied and interesting careers.

Many sectors - such as the civil service, NGOs and charities - require an MSc and some volunteer/internship experience. Graduates from our programmes have gone on to work for Refugee UK, Shelter, Barnardos, Amnesty International, government departments and the European Parliament, among others.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Conflict, Security and Development

Theoretical Approaches to Security

Theories of Development

The Politics of (Un)sustainability

Gender and Development

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-08 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-07-25 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

67

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Development Terrorism & Security View 125 other Masters in Terrorism & Security in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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67

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88

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Other requirements

General requirements

An upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent). Degrees from all disciplines are considered. Applicants with a lower class of degree with relevant work experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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Tuition Fee

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International

29300 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29300 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

17800 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17800 GBP per year during 12 months.

UK: part-time (two years)

£8,900 per year

Living costs for Bristol

750 - 1260 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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