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University of Glasgow: Security, Intelligence & Strategic Studies (Erasmus Mundus International Master)
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Social and Political Sciences View department profile |
| Web | www.gla.ac.uk/schools/socialpolitical |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The Erasmus Mundus International Master in Security, Intelligence & Strategic Studies brings together European and international partners to provide an integrated study programme engaging with theoretical, empirical and applied approaches to security, intelligence and strategy. You will study across Europe and can consider undertaking a work-based learning placement with a practitioner organisation on a competitive basis.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME - The University of Glasgow is the leading partner in the consortium of universities that have developed this joint masters programme. Other degree awarding partners include Charles University Prague (Czech Republic), Dublin City University (Ireland) and University of Trento (Italy).
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Specialist master classes and webinars (online seminars) will be provided by practitioners and visiting academics.
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The programme will address a wide range of challenging intellectual questions, as well as the policy and ethical dilemmas that arise when state and non-state actors seek to resolve threats ranging from traditional interstate conflict to diverse contemporary issues such as terrorism, organised crime, and insecurity and vulnerability associated with technological and cyberspace advancements.
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You will also gain experience of the methods and products (linked to intelligence gathering and analysis, diplomacy and strategic communications) used by states, as well as the international political and economic/business communities to advance their security.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The programme is structured around a series of mobility periods across two years where you study at the three programme universities for 1 academic semester each. During year 1 you will undertake a series of core courses reflecting the main themes of the programme and research methods training.
In year 2 you will choose a specialist concentration containing a range of optional courses. Also included is a fourth flexible mobility period, during which independent study (dissertation) and a possible optional work-based learning placement with a relevant non-academic practitioner partner are undertaken.
The periods of mobility are designed to enable you to engage with a variety of perspectives on the three core themes of the programme and promote valuable knowledge and practical skills-based outcomes that will feed into future career opportunities.
See https://www.gla.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/internationalsecurity/ for course content details.
A range of formative and extra-curricular features are embedded within this programme. These include:
Language learning opportunities (e.g. German, Czech, Russian, Chinese, Spanish, Urdu, Arabic), Policy development exercises, situational workshops and crisis management training events Opportunities to attend security focused conferences Membership of the University of Glasgow's Global Security Network and the opportunity to work closely with staff from Charles University’s Deutsch Security Square.
International Master's
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in with backgrounds in humanities and social sciences, for example Politics, International Relations, History, Peace Studies, Area and Cultural Studies, Law, Sociology, Anthropology, Criminology, Human Geography, Computing Science, Literature, Philosophy, Organizational Studies, Social and Public Policy, Global Studies, Psychology, Media Studies and Journalism, Modern Languages, Economics, Environmental Studies, Management or Business. Applicants with backgrounds in Computer Science, Engineering or Philosophy will only be eligible for Pathway A (Dublin City University). Applicants who have indicated a preference for Pathway B (Trento) will also be required to demonstrate proficiency in another language other than English or Italian. A 2.2 Honours degree in one of the degree subjects listed above, may also be considered if supported by directly relevant work experience. Applicants should indicate their pathway preference on the Scholarship or Self-funder Application form. We intend to run pathway C as advertised subject to final accreditation. International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses. |
The University of Glasgow’s School of Social & Political Sciences links core social science disciplines to deliver high-quality teaching and cutting-edge research. We offer a wide variety of programmes for those interested in the development and impact of economies and societies globally.
Founded in 1451, the University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world. The University has a history of changing the world and the School of Social & Political Sciences is committed to nurturing the people who make it happen.
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