Course summary
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 Applicants must apply by Friday 31st January 2025 at 4pm GMT for consideration. The closing date for non-UK/Irish UK/Irish/EU/EEA (or late International Student not applying for consideration of international funding) applicants is Friday 28th March 2025 at 4pm GMT. This is due to a limited number of internships available for this course. Applications received after the closing deadline of Friday 28th March 2025 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.
Modules
For more information please see http://www.qub.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate-taught/global-security-borders-ma
How to apply
International applicants
Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required (*taken within the last 2 years). International students wishing to apply to Queen's University Belfast (and for whom English is not their first language), must be able to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study or research. Non-EEA nationals must also satisfy UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) immigration requirements for English language for visa purposes. For more information on English Language requirements for EEA and non-EEA nationals see: www.qub.ac.uk/EnglishLanguageReqs.
Entry requirements
A minimum of a 2.2 Honours degree (with minimum of 55%) or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in a Social Sciences, Humanities or Arts subject; or a minimum of a 2.2 Honours degree (with a minimum of 55%) or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in any subject with relevant professional experience. Given the highly competitive nature of the selection process for this course, please note that where offers are made, the academic standard required may be higher than the minimum requirement outlined above. Further criteria may be applied since placements are limited. This may include (but is not limited to) ranking applications on the basis of academic performance, alongside a personal statement. Please Note: due to external international funding deadlines, international/EU applicants must apply by Friday 31st January 2025 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 28th March 2025 at 4pm GMT. This is due to a limited number of internships available for this course. Applications received after the closing deadline of Friday 28th March 2025 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).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
For more information on funding and scholarships for Postgraduate study, please see http://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/PostgraduateStudy/FundingandScholarships/
Provider information
Queen's University Belfast
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Belfast
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