Science & International Security MA/PG Dip/PG Cert at Kings College London | |
Course Duration | 1 Year |
Course Intake | September |
Course Details Website Link | Visit Website |
Course Level | Postgraduate |
Tution Fees | £ 26,550 |
English Language Requirment | |
IELTS | 6.5 |
TOEFL | 92 |
PTE | 62 |
The Science & International Security MA is designed to provide you with a detailed understanding of the role of science and technology in international security. Developments in technology are central to all aspects of international conflict and you will need a multidisciplinary understanding of these developments to fully comprehend their policy implications. Through this course you will gain a deep understanding of topics such as nuclear proliferation, chemical and biological weapons, missile technology arms control verification, cyber and space security.
Key benefits
Description
It is increasingly important to understand the security implications of scientific and technological developments. While science and technology have always affected national and international security, current developments in the space, nuclear and biological weapons and long-range missiles, as well as work in biotechnology and information technology suggest that science will exert a greater and more complex influence on security and policy planning. At the same time, individuals and sub-national groups have greater access to new technologies than ever before.
Our course will provide you with an integrated understanding of science and politics. You will develop an understanding of the science underlying key weapons systems and technologies, the main concepts and tools of international politics and security studies and the process by which scientists and policymakers can interact productively in the policy process. Our goal is to equip you to analyse the impact of current and future scientific developments on security.
This MA is based in the Department of War Studies, one of the only academic departments in the world to focus solely on the complexities of conflict and security. War Studies is an interdisciplinary department and all War Studies students benefit from research-led teaching in such subjects as the history and evolution of war and grand strategy, arms control and non-proliferation, migration, strategic thought, cyber, conflict and the environment, the influence of science and technology on international security, along with regional specialisms covering Africa, Asia (East and South), Russia and elsewhere.
Career prospects
War Studies graduates go on to work for NGOs, the FCO, the MOD, the Home Office, NATO, the UN or pursue careers in journalism, finance, academia, the diplomatic services, the armed forces and more. Recent posts held by our alumni include Threat Analyst, Director of Political Violence Forecasting, Research Advisor at NATO Defence College, Foreign Policy Fellow.
Expenses | Annual Cost (GBP) |
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International Tuition Fee (Undergraduate) | 19,800 per year |
International Tuition Fee (Postgraduate) | 16,380 per year |
Student fee (full-time) | 650 |
Student Healthcare Plan | 202 |
Orientation | 160 |
Books and stationery | 1,300 |
Residence | 3,800 |
Food | 3,170 |
Living expenses | 1,000 |
UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) requires students to have a budget of at least £1,265 per month in addition to tuition fees.
Kings College London Average Tuition Fee Per Year | |
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Undergraduate | £ 18,100 |
Postgraduate | 16,380 |
Kings College London Cost Per Year | |
Overall cost of living | £ 1,000 |
Campus accommodation | £ 0 |
* Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses. |
Kings College London English score required | |
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IELTS Undergraduate | 6.0 |
IELTS Postgraduate | 6.0 |
TOEFL Undergraduate | 88 |
TOEFL Postgraduate | 88 |
* Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme. |
Kings College London University Contact Details |
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Kings College London Address |
Strand,London Strand WC2R 2LS |
Kings College London Email |
kings-online@kcl.ac.uk. |
Kings College London Phone |
+44 (0) 20 7836 5454 |