Security and Terrorism - PDip, MA

at University of Kent

Full-time students who start in September complete the MA in Security and Terrorism over 12 months. Study is divided between taught modules, which last for one term each, and dissertation work. For full-time students, a total of six modules must be taken over the first two terms. Supervised dissertation work, on a relevant agreed subject, is then undertaken during the remainder of the academic year.

Full-time students who start their programmes in January take their modules in the Spring Term and Autumn Term of the subsequent academic year consecutively, and write their dissertation over their second Spring Term.

The MA can be taken on a part-time basis, typically over two years but flexible arrangements are also possible. When taking it over two years, part-time students choose three modules in each academic year, and write a supervised dissertation thereafter.

The programme is also offered as a Postgraduate Diploma (comprising six taught modules only) worth 120 Kent credits (60 ECTS credits) which can be taken on a part-time basis.

Modules
The following modules are indicative of those offered on this programme. This list is based on the current curriculum and may change year to year in response to new curriculum developments and innovation.  Most programmes will require you to study a combination of compulsory and optional modules. You may also have the option to take modules from other programmes so that you may customise your programme and explore other subject areas that interest you.

Compulsory modules currently include

• POLI9160 - Security In A Changing World (20 credits)
• POLI9170 - Terrorism and Crimes of the State (20 credits)
• POLI9640 - Research Methods Training I (20 credits)
• POLI9990 - Research Methods 2 (4 credits)

Optional modules may include

• POLI8100 - Quantitative Methodology for Political Science (20 credits)
• POLI8109 - Middle Eastern Politics and Society (20 credits)
• POLI8114 - Governance and War in Cyberspace (20 credits)
• POLI8240 - Analysing World Politics (20 credits)
• POLI8280 - Theories of Conflict and Violence (20 credits)
• POLI8310 - The European Union in the World (20 credits)
• POLI8320 - Conflict Resolution in World Politics (20 credits)
• POLI8480 - Negotiation and Mediation (20 credits)
• POLI9510 - States, Nations and Democracy (20 credits)
• POLI9560 - Public Opinion: Nature and Measurement (20 credits)
• Compulsory modules currently include
• POLI9650 - MA Thesis (60 credits)

A first or second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.

All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications. 

International students
Please see our International Student website for entry requirements by country and other relevant information. Due to visa restrictions, students who require a student visa to study cannot study part-time unless undertaking a distance or blended-learning programme with no on-campus provision.

English language entry requirements
The University requires all non-native speakers of English to reach a minimum standard of proficiency in written and spoken English before beginning a postgraduate degree. Certain subjects require a higher level.

Home full-time
£9300

EU full-time
£13000

International full-time
£17400

Home part-time
£4650

EU part-time
£6500

International part-time
£8700

The School of Politics and International Relations has a dedicated Employability Coordinator who organises employability events within the School as well as providing students with assistance in securing graduate opportunities. Centrally, the Careers and Employability Service can help you plan for your future by providing one-to-one advice at any stage of your postgraduate studies.