MA International Law, Security and Diplomacy at University of Buckingham

This degree utilises the strengths of the School of Law and the Centre for Security and Intelligence Studies (BUCSIS). The underlying philosophy of this collaborative degree is to afford students an interdisciplinary learning experience at the intersection of International Law, Security and Diplomacy. The University of Buckingham offers a distinctive opportunity to study these intersecting themes through a collaborative programme combining the strengths of the School of Law and the Centre for Security and Intelligence Studies (BUCSIS). This innovative degree fuses rigorous legal analysis with cutting-edge studies in security and intelligence, creating a bespoke interdisciplinary learning experience.

Faculty: School of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026, January 2027  |  Location: Buckingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This programme is designed to: Develop professionals that are equipped to tackle the legal and security challenges of the modern world with confidence and expertise. Create a nuanced understanding of international legal principles alongside the critical security and intelligence frameworks. Leverage the expertise of both the Law School and BUCSIS, this course fosters academic rigour, practical insights, and a future-oriented professional outlook.

Career pathways

Think tanks; NGOs; IOs; Foreign Ministries; Civil Service; Academia; Legal Practice (additional to any jurisdictional requirements and qualifications)

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