Global Security and Borders MA

Current information: Borders have become a key site and central concern of global security practices and theory, from the Mexican-United States border to the Mediterranean ports of the EU. The many facets of borders are introduced and analysed in this programme: they are understood as containers of identity, sites of power, and points of weakness where the mobility of people (e.g. terrorists, migrants) and things (e.g. drugs, weapons) can disrupt prevailing forms of security. This programme aims to help students navigate this complex terrain by providing a firm grounding in critical border studies. At the core of this programme is the chance for students to apply their academic insights within a work-based environment with borders/security professionals through the Borders Internship module. Please Note: due to external international funding deadlines, international/EU applicants must apply by Friday 30th January 2026 at 4pm GMT for consideration. The closing date for UK/Irish applicants (or late international applicants not applying for consideration of international funding) is Friday 27th March 2026 at 4pm GMT. This is due to a limited number of internships available for this course. Applications received after the closing deadline of Friday 27th March 2026 at 4pm GMT will be regarded as LATE and will be considered only if vacancies exist when all applications received by these closing dates have been processed. A deposit is required to secure your place. (This condition of offer will be in addition to any academic or English language requirements). Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible. In the event that any programme receives a high number of applications, the University reserves the right to close the application portal prior to the deadline stated on course finder. Notifications to this effect will appear on the application portal against the programme application page.

IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is require

International students: £23,000

UK students: £7,700 (NI/ROI), £10,400 (GB)

UK/Home: £7,700 (NI/ROI), £10,400 (GB)

International: £23,000

Academic Year 2026/27

• Belfast, United Kingdom