MSc Development and Security

    MSc Development and Security

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 40,307 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    MSc Development and Security

    About

    Overview

    This innovative programme explores the link and tensions between development and security concerns in theory and practice. Specifically, it builds on the unique combination of expertise and experience in the School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies to:

    • examine the nature of violent conflict in the world today and the international community's response to it;
    • locate this analysis in a comprehensive theoretical understanding of wider development and security studies, debates and controversies, particularly in relation to evolving patterns of global governance;
    • explore these issues and dilemmas through contemporary, empirical case studies.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    An upper second-class honours degree or international equivalent in any discipline.

    For applicants who are currently completing a degree, we understand that their final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades they achieve during their studies.

    We will consider applicants whose interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements. We may make these applicants an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so the applicant would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of their degree.

    We will consider applicants whose grades are slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements, if they have at least one of the following:

    • evidence of significant (6 months in a paid role) relevant work experience in sectors such as NGOs, Government Departments, Think Tanks;
    • a relevant postgraduate qualification.

    If this is the case, applicants should include their CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when they apply, showing details of their relevant work experience and/or qualifications.

    See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.

    Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

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    If English is not your first language, you will need to reach the requirements outlined in our profile level C.

    Further information about English language requirements and profile levels.

    Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

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    English Program Requirements

    Career

    Career prospectsBristol graduates are in high demand and have an excellent record of employment following graduation. Students of our MSc programmes go on to pursue varied and interesting careers. Many sectors - such as the civil service, NGOs and charity work - require an MSc and some volunteer/internship experience. Graduates from our programmes have gone on to work for Refugee UK, Shelter, Barnardos, Amnesty International, government departments and the European Parliament, among others. Find out more from the School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies careers webpages.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    40,307 / year
    MSc Development and Security
    University of Bristol
    University of Bristol
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Bristol

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