MSc Strategic Studies

The Strategic Studies postgraduate program offered by the University of Aberdeen aims to strengthen students' understanding of strategic concepts and their use within the global security environment. This program is perfect for those aspiring to work in areas such as defence, diplomacy, foreign affairs or homeland security.Course Content: The course involves an exploration of key concepts, themes and schools of thought in strategic studies, and the application of these to case studies, including: The Second World War, The War in Afghanistan, and The Cold War. It also includes an examination of strategic thought, diplomatic/military history, international relations, peacekeeping operations, and modern asymmetric warfare.Key Modules: The core modules include Strategic Thought, International Security, and a Research Dissertation. The optional modules vary and include The Use of Force in International Law, Europe: From division to enlargement, The Challenges of Human Rights, Terrorism and Counter Terrorism, and many more. Future Careers: Graduates of this program have gone on to work in various relevant fields such as research and policy making, the diplomatic service, international organisations, government or the armed forces. Some students also use this as a stepping stone to doctoral research in the social sciences. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page: Strategic Studies.