• Covers a variety of both traditional and critical approaches to security studies, and both a ‘hard’ and broader range of security concerns (conflict, wars and diplomacy but also climate change, hybrid warfare, ‘human security’, etc).
  • In addition to essays and presentations, coursework includes policy briefs and policy-oriented research assignments to develop skills for a policymaking world.
  • Opportunities to tailor coursework to preferred areas of interest, including in-depth specialisation for the dissertation.
  • Participation in Hacking for the Ministry of Defence (H4MoD), an innovative module delivered in partnership with the Ministry of Defence (MoD). You can see the 'Students' project work' section below for more information on this.
  • Opportunities to attend and participate at frequent research seminars and events with internal and external speakers. Speakers could include individuals from the armed forces, research institutes and international security organisations.
  • Content driven by the latest research from lecturers who are experts in their field.

Why study International Security at Loughborough University?

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Ellen

The teaching is excellent at Loughborough, many lecturers are willing to help at any time, whether that be by email or an in-person meeting if you have queries relating to work or personal life.

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Josh

The lecturers and tutors on the course have been fantastic! Each of them has a real passion for their specialism and are always on hand to help with whatever questions or queries you might have.
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Nicki

I wanted to build on my current skills as well as gain a deeper understanding of contemporary security challenges, which in turn would allow me to gain more confidence and prepare for a career in the sector
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Livia

I knew that I wanted to specialise my knowledge in this particular area and continuing my studies as a postgraduate was the best way to do this.