Overview

The MA International Security programme offered by University of Birmingham empowers you to tackle global security challenges, shaping you into a strategic thinker equipped with practical skills to influence positive outcomes on a global scale.

Career opportunities

The MA in International Security prepares a new generation of professionals eager to influence global security landscapes. Ideal for graduates interested in security issues, practices, and international relations, the course offers diverse career pathways.

Recent graduates have secured roles with prestigious organisations such as the United Nations, Foreign and Commonwealth Office, or the Department for International Development, enabling them to shape international policies and address global, strategic security challenges.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

China and the World

Conflict, Statehood and Sovereignty in World Politics

Dilemmas in International Relations

Doing Political Research

Globalisation & Governance

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-03 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-08-28 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

4.5

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Relations Terrorism & Security View 122 other Masters in Terrorism & Security in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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4.5

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To gain a place at Birmingham you will need to meet the general entry requirements, as well as those specific to your course. Your application will be reviewed by the course’s Admissions Tutor, who will decide whether your application should receive an offer.

2:1 Honours Degree or an equivalent qualification
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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

28080 GBP / year

≈ 28080 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11250 GBP / year

≈ 11250 GBP / year

Additional Details

National: MA £5,625 (part-time) / PGDip £7,500 (full-time) / PGDip £3,750 (part-time)
International: MA £14,040 (part-time) / PGDip £18,720 (full-time) / PGDip £9,360 (part-time)

Living costs

Birmingham

United Kingdom

765 - 1134 GBP / month

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Funding

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