Global Security

During the 21st century, security threats have multiplied exponentially across the world. They range from the traditional, such as strategic competition, nuclear proliferation and global responses to terrorism, to the more contemporary, such as climate change, loss of biodiversity and human rights.

Global security issues affect every single one of us and, if not resolved, can have dire consequences. You can help find effective and sustainable solutions to these problems by learning how to better understand their causes and effects across the world.

This course will suit those who wish to discover emerging security concepts as well as the ingrained challenges we’ve faced for many years, such as war. Our first four modules provide a foundational understanding of the security field, and the advanced modules offer specialist knowledge in a variety of security areas.

You may want to take this course if you’re looking to progress your security career, are new to this career path, want to commit to research in this area or have a keen personal interest in the subject.

Through close engagement with world-class research and teaching conducted by the largest and most diverse collection of security studies scholars on the planet, you’ll expand your conceptual understanding when thinking about security issues and threats.

Utilising real-world case studies and scenarios, you’ll build the skills needed to effectively negotiate the often-competing demands of securing people, states and the natural environment in a complex global context.

Designed specifically for an online audience, this course uses a range of activities to support learning, including discussion forums, online reading and interactive lectures. The flexible nature of the course allows you to study part-time, alongside your career and life commitments.

Our online students are based around the world, each ready to bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to your online discussions. You’ll also be able to make use of King’s online services, including the careers service, the online library and wellness/disability services.

From non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to media to government, the field of global security is vast, offering exciting and challenging careers for those who wish to pursue them. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re taking the next leap in your career, this online Global Security Master’s will help you get you there.

Career paths may include roles in Civil Service, NGOs, local or national government, armed forces, ministries of foreign affairs and development, policy think tanks, or private, for example, risk assessment companies. It may also be suitable for journalists or parliamentary advisers reporting on international issues.

There are six intakes per year: January, March, May, June, September and October.

For application deadlines, please complete the ‘Request for information’ form on this page, and an Enrolment Advisor will get back to you.