Program Overview

BA (Hons) War, Strategy and Security

The University of Hull offers a comprehensive undergraduate program in War, Strategy and Security, providing students with a deep understanding of the complex relationships between war, politics, and security. This three-year full-time course is designed to equip students with critical insights into the domestic and global significance of war, politics, and security.

Course Overview

The program focuses on the most important events and debates in politics and security, including British political history after World War II, the causes of conflict in modern times, land, air and sea power, culture wars, terrorism, and cyberwarfare. Students will gain critical insights into the theoretical and practical aspects of war and security, examining the key conceptual and historical developments in land, sea, and air warfare.

Module Options

Each year, students will study modules worth 120 credits, with a combination of compulsory and optional modules. Some of the modules include:

• British Political History since 1945
• Introduction to War and Politics
• Introduction to International Politics
• Introduction to Political Ideologies
• Introduction to Policy-Making
• Introduction to Global Political Economy
• Land Power
• Sea Power
• Air Power

Entry Requirements

To apply for this course, students will need 112 UCAS points, with at least 80 points coming from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications. The typical offer includes:

• A levels: BBC
• BTEC: DMM
• Use UCAS's calculator to work out estimated points

Fees and Funding

The standard course fee for UK students is Ł9,790 per year, with the option to take out a tuition fee loan to cover the full cost of the course. Additional costs may include living expenses, which can be covered by a maintenance loan of up to Ł10,544 per year.

Future Prospects

Graduates of this program will gain the skills to research and examine information, critically analyze evidence, and construct robust arguments. Many graduates go on to work in Westminster, the media, the Civil Service, HM Armed Forces, and intelligence services, as well as public relations, charities, and international organizations.

Featured Academics

The University of Hull has extensive experience working with the military and policy-makers, both in the UK and overseas. The course is taught by leading experts, including Dr. Chris Martin, Reader in Maritime Security and Head of School of Politics and International Studies, and Dr. David Lonsdale, Senior Lecturer and Programme Director, BA War Studies.

Facilities

The university offers state-of-the-art facilities, including the Brynmor Jones Library, Allam Lecture Theatre, Reading Room, and Study Rooms. Students can also take advantage of the university's unique internship opportunities, including the Westminster placement scheme, which has been running for over 35 years.