MScEcon Intelligence Studies
The core modules are currently as follows:
- Intelligence Security and International Politics 1900-1945
- Intelligence Security and International Politics since 1945
Optional Modules
Many core modules can be taken as options by Specialist pathway students on other Master’s degree schemes in the Department (with the exception of core modules that are already oversubscribed). The department teaches a number of dedicated Master’s options each year. Master’s optional modules in recent years have included: Theory and Practice of International Political Community; Security and Defence Policy in the European Union; International Legitimacy since 1648; and ‘The Vietnam Syndrome’ and American Foreign Policy.
Please note that we cannot guarantee that every option listed here will be available each year
Entry Requirements
The admissions requirements for the Masters programmes are as follows:
- The minimum basic entry requirement for a Masters degree is normally an Honours Degree (Class 2 Division 1) or equivalent (eg. for US students, a Grade Point Average of 3.2).
- Candidates who do not meet this standard will be considered on a case-by-case basis. In such circumstances candidates will normally be interviewed as part of the application process.
- It is not necessary to have a first degree in international politics or a related subject, but we will need evidence that gives us confidence that you can complete the course successfully.
- Prospective Masters students should ensure that they have arranged with referees for their references to be available as required.
- Non-native English speakers are required to take a University recognised test of academic English language proficiency with required minimum proficiency levels equating to an IELTS score of 7.0 or a TOEFL score of 610 (paper based test) or 250 (computer based) with an essay rating of 5.5. Applicants who have successfully undertaken a Bachelors degree in a UK University are exempt from this requirement.