Program Overview
The Terrorism and Political Violence at Kingston University is a MSc programme in Social Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Terrorism and Political Violence programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 12,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Terrorism and Political Violence programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Dissertation
- From State to Global Politics
- Research Skills and Dissertation/Project Proposal
- Terrorism, Political Violence and Human Rights
- Crime, Harm and Justice
- Genocide and Crimes Against Humanity
- The Theory and Practice of International Relations
- Human Rights: Architectures, Actors, Activism
- International Political Economy: Capitalism, Imperialism and the State
- Strategies for Achieving Human Rights
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
One or more of the following:
- A second class degree or above or equivalent in an area appropriate to the content of the degree.
- Relevant non-certified learning.
- An appropriate combination of certificated and non-certificated learning.
We consider applications on an individual basis, on merit. We look at academic credentials alongside prior experience and evidence of commitment to the course of study.
Prior learning
Applicants with prior qualifications and learning may be exempt from appropriate parts of a course in accordance with the University\'s policy for the assessment of prior learning and prior experiential learning.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Kingston University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Kingston University
Kingston University
Moffat, United Kingdom
Kingston University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 30