Politics and International Relations - Pathway in Global Security MA

Explore the various safety threats within our borders and beyond, from conflict, migration and terrorism to organised crime, economic breakdown and climate change. Examine who responds to these threats, how they do so, and on what grounds. Investigate the consequences for states, organisations, communities and individuals. With these skills, you will become equipped to pursue a wide range of careers in government, diplomacy or foreign affairs, international organisations, security, and many other fields in the public, private, or voluntary sectors. <br/><br/>**Why choose this course?**<br/>- Keele has a longstanding reputation for high quality research in Politics and International Relations<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunity to tailor your programme based on your interests and career aspirations<br/><br/><br/>- High staff-to-student ratio, small group teaching, supportive and inclusive learning environment<br/><br/><br/>- Research expertise in British, European, American, Middle East and international politics, and in international relations and security studies<br/><br/><br/>The MA/MRes in Politics and International Relations has a pathway structure, allowing you to gain knowledge and understanding of the key elements of the discipline and giving you the opportunity to focus on the topics, questions, and issues that interest you the most. We have pathways in Global Security, International Relations, Politics, and US Politics. Whichever pathway you choose, you will be taught by academic staff who are experts and have long-standing reputations within these areas. <br/><br/>The Global Security pathway explores the range of threats, both old and new, that are posing a danger to our safety, and the ways in which different actors react to them.<br/><br/>Our modules explore a host of global security challenges, including those emanating from conflict, migration, terrorism, organised crime, economic failure, and climate change. They examine how states and other actors perceive and respond to these threats, sometimes taking extraordinary means in the name of providing security and managing risk. They investigate the consequences of increased global security, including those that raise questions about sovereignty, borders, and independence, as well as surveillance, the use of technology, and personal information. Studying on this pathway will equip you with a better understanding of our interconnected world, as well as with the ability to explain, analyse, and critique global security. <br/><br/>**About Keele**<br/><br/>Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.<br/><br/>We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.<br/><br/>Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.