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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
University of Glasgow
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
23-SEP-24
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Duration
12 months
Course summary
An understanding of war, for good or ill, is of vital importance to our understanding of how states and societies have evolved. This unique Masters offers the opportunity to study the history, theory and practice of war and armed conflict in a wide range of aspects, from the Middle Ages to the present day, and from causes, course, to consequences. The programme is designed to offer breadth as well as specialism and will allow you to explore the history of war and armed conflict from a variety of perspectives.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
- This Masters aims to challenge, educate and engage by exposing you to a wide range of ideas about war, armed conflict, and their impact. It is designed to broaden and deepen your understanding of the nature of war, and its place in history.
- The Masters will introduce you to different conceptual and methodological approaches to the study of the history of war and armed conflict. You will learn about the foundations of the military sciences, and how to apply political, social and cultural perspectives to the study of war.
- All our courses are designed to expose you to detailed research topics, source criticism and current debate, and are led by internationally acknowledged experts.
- Our courses will also help you hone a range of practical, professional and intellectual skills that will prepare you for independent postgraduate research, enhance your employability, and benefit your career development..
- You will be able to choose from courses that cover a broad chronological, geographical and thematic range.
- The University of Glasgow is home to the Scottish Centre for War Studies, which is based within the subject of History in the School of Humanities but has affiliated members from a range of subject areas. You will be able to participate in regular research seminars on critical themes related to war and armed conflict as well as to related conferences.
CAREER PROSPECTS
Positions held by recent graduates include Development Director, Correspondent, and Freelance Journalist. Our graduates have also gone on to work in the heritage sector, government, for NGOs and IGOs, and the private sector. The programme provides an excellent platform for you to move onto PhD studies and a career in academia and education.
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£ 24,000per year
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University information
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University League Table
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Campus address
University of Glasgow, The Fraser Building, 65 Hillhead Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G12 8QQ, Scotland
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Entry standards
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Graduate prospects
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Student satisfaction
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