
Overview
This MA Strategy and International Security offered at The University of Hull covers theory and practice of strategy, including land, sea and air power; terrorism and insurgency; nuclear strategy; technology and war; and ethics.
The theory of strategy is tested against historical and contemporary case studies, which include Alexander the Great, Napoleon, the First and Second World Wars, Vietnam and the war in Afghanistan.
This MA will give you the confidence to turn your ideas into action – you’ll learn the techniques involved with managing crises, including making decisions, dealing with consequences and achieving resolution.
This programme will give you transferable knowledge and skills for a wide variety of careers, but especially in fields such as the military, security and risk analysis.
What you'll study
This MA covers the history and concepts of the strategic studies discipline. You’ll study strategic theory, using historical and contemporary case studies to clarify what theoretical concepts mean in practice. You’ll also learn up-to-date approaches to strategic studies, along with more general skills in writing, research, public speaking and logical analysis.
This programme is made up of core and optional modules, as well as a 15,000 word dissertation.
Future prospects
Studying for an MA in Strategy and International Security at Hull opens up a wide range of careers. Your expert knowledge and skills will be beneficial in any industry requiring strategic acumen and leadership. However, this programme prepares you particularly for careers in the military, government offices, public offices and risk analysis.
Many students also choose to progress with their studies to PhD level. Our staff are highly research active and their specialisms include: strategic studies, international relations theory, international law, international organisations, foreign policy, military history and ethics of war.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Strategic Studies: Theory and Practice
- Power and the State in International Politics
- Challenges in International Politics
- Approaches to Research
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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You can apply for a postgraduate course at any time. There are no specific deadlines but you need to take into account the start date of your course.
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A minimum 2.2 Honours degree (or international equivalent) in a cognate discipline such as law, history, sociology, human geography, social policy and strategic studies is required, or equivalent prior experience can be taken into account.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
7850 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7850 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
7850 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7850 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
Living costs for Hull
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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