MA/MS in Military, security and strategic studies - MSS - Thesis is a master's degree in Peace and Development Studies programme taught at University of Calgary in Calgary, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years.
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Peace and Development Studies
Duration: 2 years
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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
This thesis-based Master of Strategic Studies program places the study of war, defence, and security issues within the context of past and present human experience. The curriculum covers strategy, international relations, and specialized topics such as arctic security and intelligence studies, culminating in an original research thesis. Full-time completion normally takes two years, with a maximum of four years permitted. Admission requires a four-year baccalaureate degree, or equivalent, from a recognized institution, a minimum GPA of 3.4 on a 4.0 scale, a writing sample, a research proposal, and two reference letters. The program admits students for the September term. The program is offered through the Centre for Military, Security and Strategic Studies and draws on faculty expertise across political science, history, and international relations to support original thesis research.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:3.40 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: Applicants need a four-year baccalaureate degree, or equivalent, from a recognized institution, with a minimum GPA of 3.4 on a 4.0 scale. A writing sample, research proposal, and two reference letters are required; no standardized test scores are required. Applicants whose primary language is not English must meet the university's English language proficiency requirement.
