Entry Requirements

UK applicants

Standard requirements

  • A 2:1 honours degree (or above) in any subject area or international equivalent
  • Degree certificates or transcripts will be required when submitting the application

Non-standard requirements

  • Applications for candidates who fall outside of the standard entry requirements may still be considered and are assessed on a case-by-case basis – this includes candidates applying based on professional experience/qualifications. If you fall under the non-standard criteria, speak to an Enrolment Advisor before proceeding with your application

  • Non-standard applications will need to be supported by degree certificates or transcripts (where relevant), as well as a CV and a 500-word written statement addressing the following question: “What is the single biggest security challenge facing the world today, and why?”. Reference letters are not required but may help strengthen applications.

International applicants

Equivalent International qualifications

English language requirements

Selection Process

Personal statement and supporting information

If you are a non-standard applicant, you will need to submit a 500-word written statement addressing the following question: “What is the single biggest security challenge facing the world today, and why?” as part of your application. A reference letter is not required, but may be beneficial.

You will need to submit a copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents.

You will need to submit your CV as part of your application to highlight your experience.

Application closing date guidance

25 November 2025

10 February 2026

14 April 2026

09 June 2026

11 August 2026

06 October 2026

Key Information

Course type:

Master's

Delivery mode:

Online

Study mode:

Distance Learning by eLearning

Duration:

MA: Two years | PG Dip: 16 months | PG Cert: Eight months

Application status:

Open

Start date:

Not specified