International Security MA / PGDip

University of Birmingham · Birmingham, United Kingdom

Master of Arts \u002F Postgraduate DiplomaEnglish90 ECTS1 yearOn CampusBoth

The International Security MA / PGDip programme at University of Birmingham (taught) is a Master of Arts \u002F Postgraduate Diploma programme delivered in English over a duration of 1 years (2 semesters) (90 ECTS (180 UK credits)). This Master programme in Security Studies provides comprehensive training in national and international security, covering security policy analysis, intelligence studies, counter-terrorism, and conflict prevention. Students examine contemporary security challenges including cyber threats, hybrid warfare, and transnational organised crime. Graduates are prepared for careers in government security agencies, international organisations, think tanks, and the private security sector.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students)
£11,250/year
Tuition (Non-EU students)
£28,080/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students)
2027-06-30
Application deadlines (Non-EU students)
2027-06-30
Duration
1 year
ECTS credits
90
Language
English
Study format
On Campus
Starts
September 2026
Intake
September intake

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-06-30

Non-EU students

2027-06-30

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 1 year of study.

TuitionLivingTotal
EU/EEA£11,250—needs the fee
Non-EU£28,080—needs the fee

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