Defence and Security MA

Lancaster University

Lancaster University is a centre for world-leading research on defence and security issues. Our expertise is sought by UK decision makers, policy advisors and commentators. This Master's programme equips you to comprehend, analyse and address today’s defence and security challenges, preparing you to pursue or develop a career in government or the defence industry, think tanks and policy making, journalism, the armed forces or research.

Why Lancaster?

• Lancaster stands at the heart of the UK's national defence and security ecosystem, embedded in a network of research, government and industry organisations
• Lancaster’s Centre for War and Diplomacy and Security Lancaster Institute are hubs of excellence - our experts and visiting researchers and practitioners provide insights via a wide-ranging events programme
• Combine insights from across academic disciplines, from the historical and cultural contexts of global regions to emerging cyber and military technologies, linguistic analysis, conflict ethics and international and humanitarian law
• Build expertise in global defence and security, including insights into the African nations, China, Russia, and USA
• Study a programme co-designed with UK Government and defence sector partners
• Train in methods developed through Lancaster’s think tank and consultancy work, in cutting-edge facilities
• Study in a flexible format alongside full- or part-time work