MA Conflict, Security and Development at University of Exeter

You’ll gain an insider’s view of the challenges faced by organisations and government agencies when responding to humanitarian crises, civil wars and international conflict Benefit from an accredited work placement in the UK or overseas in the development, diplomacy or policy making sectors Expand your knowledge with regular extra-curricular departmental talks by policy makers, activists and visiting scholars

Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MA Conflict, Security and Development builds on Exeter’s strengths in international relations and security and is particularly relevant to students hoping to work for NGOs, aid organisations, international bodies such as the United Nations or other international agencies. Our high quality academic training is balanced with valuable professional skills development, giving you a fully-rounded degree which truly enhances your CV. The programme aims to give you first-hand insight into the challenges faced by organisations and government agencies when responding to humanitarian crises, civil wars and international conflict.

Career pathways

A postgraduate degree in Conflict, Security and Development is a pathway to a range of careers in international politics. security and development. It is particularly relevant to students hoping to work for NGOs, aid organisations, international bodies such as the United Nations or other international agencies. Our high quality academic training is balanced with valuable professional skills development, giving you a fully-rounded degree which truly enhances your CV.

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