Overview

At a Glance

The Strategic Studies and Energy Security programme of the University of Aberdeen combines the study of national and internal security with courses in energy politics, energy economics and energy law to equip students with the practical skills needed to understand the character of international security as it relates to energy security.

The aim of this programme is to understand the costs and benefits of the strategies deployed, often of a military nature, to address energy security issues and to enhance our understanding of the difficulties encountered when attempting to assess the prospects for stability and security in key, pivotal 'energy-rich' and 'energy-poor' regions of the international system. In addition, you will study the enduring influence of certain core strategic issues, inherent in the management of power and coercion, on the international system regardless of levels of economic and social development.

The University of Aberdeen plays a central role in developing new technology across the energy sector while also works closely with industry, government and regulatory bodies in developing energy policy and frameworks. Our location at the heart of the Energy Capital of Europe means that our students benefit from direct industry involvement with our programmes.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Strategic Theory

Energy Politics

Energy Economics

Global Security Issues

International Energy Security

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-02 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-06 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-08 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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120

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90

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62

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6.5

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General requirements

Applicants for admission will normally be expected to hold a relevant Honours degree with a 2:1 standard from a recognised university or body in International Relations, Politics, History, Geography, Economics, Law and cognate disciplines such as Business Studies

Applicants without this qualification may be admitted subject to having an alternative qualification, or an approved level of work experience appropriate to the field of study. Also taken into careful consideration is the trajectory of results, an applicant without an overall 2.1 but with 2.1 results in their final two years of study may be admitted

English Language Requirements

A degree certificate showing your qualifications

A full transcript showing all the subjects you studied and the marks you have achieved in your degree(s) (original & official English translation)

Personal Statement

Two reference letters, one of which should be from your university discussing your academic ability

Tuition Fees

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23000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

11100 GBP / year

≈ 11100 GBP / year

Living costs

Aberdeen

United Kingdom

729 - 1069 GBP / month

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

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