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MSc Security Studies
Starting 8 September 2025

Application Deadline 1 September 2025

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Postgraduate Certificate in Security Studies

Complete this PGCert in just 11 months. If you can't commit to an extensive period of study or are looking to upskill in a relatively short time frame, this is the perfect route!

It's also a great opportunity to test the waters of postgraduate study without making a long-term commitment.

What you will Study?

When does it start and how long is the programme?

Your Postgraduate Certificate commences in September 2024 and is delivered over a period of 11 months.

Successful progression in the programme can qualify you to upgrade to the Postgraduate Diploma or the MSc.

What are the entry requirements?

  • A relevant second-class honours degree or above or an overseas equivalent.
  • Alternatively, a graduate level professional qualification of comparable standard and/or suitable work experience may be accepted.
  • Proficiency in English.

English Language Requirements

Where English is a second language you will be required to demonstrate a minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 or a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 575.

Course Format and Assessment

  • To successfully complete the programme, students must pass each module.
  • Assessments will incorporate coursework, research assignments and writing essays.
  • There will be no examinations requiring attendance at a venue.
  • You will also be expected to participate in the virtual learning environment with tutors and fellow students.

How You Will Learn

Each module uses a variety of learning tools combined into a varied, interactive programme with resources including:

  • Detailed study guides
  • Electronic documents, readings, case studies and coursework
  • Pre-recorded lectures, asynchronous seminars and tutorials
  • Traditional textbooks
  • Online multimedia content
  • Interactive discussion groups

The modules are made available to you following a schedule that allows you to work at your own pace but keep in sequence with the assessment requirements. Each module is broken into a series of units and lessons, making the content manageable and assisting with your time allocation throughout the programme.