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International Security Studies BA (Hons)
Course Overview - International Security Studies BA (Hons)
Are you looking to understand the most pressing security challenges of the 21st century? Would you like to be part of the solution to these global problems?
Our BA International Security Studies provides you with the theoretical and practical tools to address key political and security issues of our time and provide the key transferrable skills to equip you to understand, and work in a complex geopolitical environment.
Whether youre interested in combatting terrorism, managing the response to natural disasters, or promoting national security, our modules provide y...
Are you looking to understand the most pressing security challenges of the 21st century? Would you like to be part of the solution to these global problems?<br/><br/>Our BA International Security Studies provides you with the theoretical and practical tools to address key political and security issues of our time and provide the key transferrable skills to equip you to understand, and work in a complex geopolitical environment. <br/><br/>Whether youre interested in combatting terrorism, managing the response to natural disasters, or promoting national security, our modules provide you with a deep understanding of the most pressing issues and debates in global politics and security, taught by our team of security experts in the School of Politics and International Relations. With a focus on both theoretical and practical learning, youll be prepared to tackle real-world challenges and devise strategic solutions. <br/><br/>Our course goes beyond the theoretical, providing you with insights into the politics of the Asia-Pacific region, the Middle East, Africa, and the EU. You’ll study traditional security threats and topics such as human, health and energy security, widening the security agenda. You may also have the option to study organisations that deal with emergent security threats, taking your interest further with dissertation supervision in your final year. <br/><br/>This course sets you up for a career in the private, public or charitable sectors. Whether youre interested in working as a parliamentary assistant, councillor, civil servant, researcher, or policy analyst, our course can help you achieve your career goals. Our school alumni have secured jobs at top organisations such as the BBC, Citibank, PwC, Civil Service, House of Commons, and Unison.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L245
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,B,B,B Scottish Advanced Highers at AA are also required Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 or 6,6,5 in three Higher Level Certificates Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE English grade 4/C required Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD Considered with an A level at grade A Scottish Advanced HigherA,A Scottish Highers at AABBB are also required Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,M1,M2 Extended ProjectA If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D Considered with two A levels at grades AB Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Please contact the school for further information. AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)A If you have already achieved your Core Maths qualification at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower. If you are still studying for your Core Maths qualification you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower if you achieve an A grade in your Core Maths qualification. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your Core Maths qualification will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your Core Maths qualification will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer. A levelA,A,B Excluding General Studies, Citizenship and Critical Thinking. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)A Considered with two A levels at grades AB |
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £23,000 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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