The information below is provided as a guide only and does not guarantee entry to the University of Aberdeen.
Applicants for admission will normally be expected to hold a relevant Honours degree with a 2:2 standard from a recognised university or body.
Applicants without this qualification may be admitted subject to having an alternative qualification, or an approved level of work experience appropriate to the field of study.
Strategy is notoriously tricky. Most strategies fail, most of the time. However logical the connection of means, ways, and ends may be on paper, it is notoriously hard to achieve. Why is this so? This programme will address these questions and more, equipping you with advanced theoretical and operational understanding of the use of force by states and non-state actors at a regional (especially Asian) and global level. The programme is multidisciplinary, attracting a diverse international cohort.
You will explore strategy as a mechanism for power and coercion, covering the nature of strategy, causes of war, deterrence, arms control, terrorism, Chinese security issues, religion and conflict, and the impact of emerging technology (AI, cyber, drones, hypersonic, etc.) on strategic affairs, from both Western and non-Western perspectives.
You will also build the analytical skills needed for careers across the public and private sectors, including government organisations, NGOs, journalism, and policy work.