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MA Conflict and International Security

University of Reading

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Whiteknights Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Analyse contemporary issues of war, conflict and security in the context of politics within and between societies.You’ll gain a grounding in the study of organised violence and an appreciation of the challenges faced by politicians and military personnel. Learn to think critically about a wide range of political ideas, institutions and events and how they relate to issues of security and conflict. You can also choose to apply your academic knowledge in a practical way with a work placement project. Our MA Conflict and International Security course is designed to build on a wide range of student backgrounds and experience.

Application deadline

01/08/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 26,450per year

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University information

University of Reading

University of Reading

  • University League Table

    36th

  • Campus address

    Whiteknights Campus, Henley Business School, University of Reading, Whiteknights, Reading, RG6 6UD, United Kingdom

Join a global community of students from around 150 countries, plus alumni like actor Tang Wei, rapper Falz and author Yvonne Adhiambo Owuor.
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Recognised for its generous support, the university offers initiatives like the £6,000-a-year Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    40th out of 112

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    123 52%

    54th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    34th

    17
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    58th

    31

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