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    International Security and Risk Management (Counter Terrorism) - MSc
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    International Security and Risk Management (Counter Terrorism) - MSc

    University of South Wales

    University of South Wales

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    United Kingdom, Cardiff

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    Pontypridd

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026
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    Duration 1 year (s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 17,900  / year
    Next Intake September-2026

    International Security and Risk Management (Counter Terrorism) - MSc

    About

    This course is highly flexible and can be tailored to your needs and preferences. You are required to complete modules worth a total of 180 credits for the successful completion of the course including 7 modules worth 20 credits each and 1 module (research project) worth 40 credits.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Academic Qualifications

    • Students who have completed a 4 year Bachelor degree (60% overall or a GPA of 2.5 or above on the scale of 4, 4 being the highest) can be considered for entry onto a relevant postgraduate programme of study.
    • Applicants with other relevant qualifications or work experience may be considered on a case by case basis.

    English Program Requirements

    English Qualifications

    Proficiency in English is essential for undergraduate and postgraduate study. The University of South Wales recognises the following English Language qualifications:

    • GCSE/O Level English at grade C or above
    • IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 with at least a 5.5 in each component.

    Please note that some courses may require a higher level of English language proficiency than the University’s standard requirements. Please see the course page for further information.

    Don’t worry if you do not meet these requirements as we offer a range of English Language courses.

    Career

    Career Paths

    • National Security Analyst
    • Counter-Terrorism Analyst
    • Risk Analyst
    • Cyber-Security Specialist
    • Intelligence Analyst

    Careers and Employability

    Graduate Careers

    The MSc International Security and Risk Management provides a solid foundation for a diverse range of security-related careers in the public and private sectors, including the intelligence and security agencies, the armed forces, the police, the civil service, consulting firms, non-governmental organisations and private security companies.

    Possible career paths

    Taking a master's level course in International Security and Risk Management can open various career pathways in those respective fields. Some potential career options include national security analyst, counter-terrorism analyst, intelligence analyst, risk analyst, cyber-security specialist, corporate security manager, consultant, researcher, policy adviser and security journalist.

    Careers Support

    You will receive strong support for exploring your career options and develop the skills you require to succeed in the career of your choice. The involvement of practitioners in the course will enable you to find out what it is really like to work in a specific sector and to build your network of contacts. The real-life assignments will also ensure that you are fully equipped for your future workplace.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 17,900 

    Application Fee

    GBP  
    University of South Wales

    International Security and Risk Management (Counter Terrorism) - MSc

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    Cardiff

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