Master's Programme in Security Management and Politics, 120 op

Upon graduation, students from the Master's Programme in Security Management and Politics possess a well-rounded set of competencies in knowledge, skills, and attitudes, enabling them to tackle complex security challenges across various contexts.

Subject-specific knowledge

• Graduates understand how organisational, local, and global processes shape security demands at multiple levels, including organisational, regional, national, and international.

• They can articulate key concepts in security governance and international security and are familiar with essential theories that inform practical and research scenarios.

• Graduates evaluate the impact of global processes on organisational and societal security and recognise the interconnectedness of local dynamics with broader global security governance.

• They possess foundational knowledge in social scientific research methodologies and apply interdisciplinary perspectives to security issues.

Cross-disciplinary academic competencies

• Graduates critically assess the evolving demands of security governance, identifying the unintended political and ethical implications of security practices.

• They are adept at formulating research questions, analysing sources, and conducting independent research while adhering to scientific practices.

• Proficient in collaboration and research-based communication, graduates engage constructively with stakeholders across academic and professional environments.

• They can formulate innovative research questions and lead initiatives that provide valuable insights in the security sector.

Ethical and cultural competencies

• Graduates incorporate ethical responsibility in addressing security issues and understand the principles of good scientific practice, particularly regarding the social and political implications of security policies.

• They value interdisciplinary collaboration and actively participate in knowledge-sharing for professional development.

• With an adaptive mindset, graduates approach complex security challenges with openness to diverse perspectives and prioritise critical thinking and continuous learning.

• They are equipped to engage in constructive discussions on security governance and resilience, committed to advancing responsible security practices.

These competencies enable graduates to effectively contribute to security governance and international security, fostering informed, ethical, and innovative solutions in a turbulent security environment. 

The Master’s Programme in Security Management and Politics offers a comprehensive foundation in security governance and international security, with specialised tracks in each area. Students gain core knowledge of security concepts, governance structures, and international relations, alongside research methods and analytical skills crucial for addressing complex security challenges. Elective courses allow students to further tailor their expertise, engaging with a range of fields connected to security. Students are encouraged to take language courses to support integration and enhance career opportunities. The programme culminates in a Master’s thesis, where students independently develop research that contributes to scholarly discussions in security studies.