MA/MS in Crisis and Security Management
Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands•QS 2027 #119 =
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At Universiteit Leiden in Leiden, Netherlands, MA/MS in Crisis and Security Management is offered as a master's degree in Social Sciences & Education programme. The programme runs for 1 year. It carries 60.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 22,300 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).
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Overview
You will study contemporary security challenges from local and global points of view, gaining an understanding of the 'wicked problem' of security and crisis topics in a complex and globalising world.
During this multidisciplinary career-relevant master's programme you will become familiar with the academic, political and societal dimensions of the governance of (in)security and crisis. You will study contemporary security challenges from both local and global points of view, gaining a deep understanding of the 'wicked problem' of security and crisis topics in a complex and globalising world. The combination of theory, practical insights and analytical skills will prepare you for work in a vast array of public or private organisations.
This one-year, English-taught programme is the only academic Master's programme that offers insights on general developments as well as the specific challenges in the field of the governance of crisis and security, with in-depth knowledge of sub-fields of crisis and security management. You will choose one of the six specialisation before the start of your programme. By selecting one track that suits your interest, you will be able to become a security professional with specialized knowledge and skills combined with a deep understanding of the general field.
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Frequently asked questions
Universiteit Leiden awards a Master's Degree in the field of Social Sciences & Education on completion of this programme.
The programme runs for 1 year.
Tuition for international students is EUR 22,300 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).
The programme is taught in English.
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