Overview

In the International Security course from the University of East Anglia you’ll gain a comprehensive grounding in international security studies, focusing on developments since the end of the Cold War. International security issues arise within complex political, geopolitical, environmental, and social contexts, involving a broad range of state and non-state actors. Our MA helps you get to grips with classic topics in International Security, such as inter-state problems relating to the military, strategy, nuclear proliferation, and foreign policy. You’ll also explore broader contemporary issues, questions, and approaches, from the climate crisis to gender in world politics, international crime, and migrations.

Our teaching aims to prepare you for a future in international security, providing you with the analytical, theoretical and methodological tools you need to further your understanding and advance your career. This MA combines the study of the main international relations and international security theories with empirical analysis of contemporary security issues. Our teaching approach is both grounded and innovative: you'll find solutions to real-world challenges through practical individual and group projects as well as simulated exercises.

You’ll have the flexibility to tailor your learning by selecting optional modules, completing your degree with a dissertation that you’ll research and write independently on a subject of your choosing, with dedicated expert academic supervision.

You’ll be able to apply for internships in your School of study, notably to act as a research assistant for academics on relevant projects. Our many links with thinktanks and policymakers give our students exciting opportunities. For example, our postgraduate students recently visited the European Institute for Asian Studies (EIAS) in Brussels to work with their research assistants and UEA academics to produce policy briefs and op-eds for international publications.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Relations Theory

International Security

PSI Dissertation

War Games: Diplomacy and Strategy in International Relations

History of Political Thought

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Norwich, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Relations Terrorism & Security View 338 other Masters in International Relations in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

Degree classification UK Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent
Degree Subject Any subject area
Additional Entry Requirements
If you have alternative qualifications that have not been mentioned above then please contact university directly for further information.
Relevant work experience can be taken into account for those with a non-relevant humanities or social science degree, such as experience in diplomacy, international organisations, the military and careers in development.

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Tuition Fees

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22700 GBP / year

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10675 GBP / year

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Living costs

Norwich

United Kingdom

609 - 1044 GBP / month

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Funding

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