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Overview
The MLitt in Middle East, Caucasus and Central Asian Security Studies at the University of St Andrews is a one-year multidisciplinary degree run by the School of International Relations which offers an advanced grounding in the security of three fascinating and turbulent regions: the Middle East, Caucasus and Central Asia. It explores the security, politics, economics, history and culture of these strategically significant areas.
Highlights
- The course is designed for professionals who have worked in or on these regions and for students with a decided interest in this area and themes.
- In most years, the MECCASS teaching staff conduct a study trip for students to either Central Asia or the Middle East, offering unique insights (these trips depend on staff availability and conditions on ground, and cannot, therefore be guaranteed to be available every year; they are funded by participating students).
- The course offers an opportunity for language study in Arabic, Persian or Russian.
- Teaching is deeply informed with real-world experience as the programme regularly brings in practitioners and outside experts.
Careers
Recent graduates from the MLitt in Middle East, Caucasus and Central Asian Security Studies have gone on to work for:- a leading European think tank on Caucasus and Central Asia in Brussels
- OSCE in Kazakhstan, the world's largest regional intergovernmental security organisation
- leading political risk consultancies
- various think tanks in Washington, DC
- local NGOs in Central Asia.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The Arab-Israeli Conflict, Past and Present
- Central Asia in Global Politics
- Conflict and Peace in Post-Communist Eurasia
- Conflict in the Middle East
- Conflicts, Security and Democracy in the Greater Caucasus
- Global and Transnational Islam
- International Relations of the Modern Middle East
- International Society and Central Asia
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 7
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies History Language Studies View 643 other Masters in History in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- A strong 2.1 Honours degree.
- CV or résumé. This should include your personal details with a history of your education and employment to date
- personal statement indicating your knowledge of the programme and how it will benefit you (500 words)
- sample of academic written work (2,000 words)
- two original signed academic references
- academic transcripts and degree certificates
- evidence of English language proficiency (required if English is not your first language).
Tuition Fee
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International
25450 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25450 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
12590 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12590 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for St Andrews
660 - 1140 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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