MA in Strategic Studies and Security Policies
Rome, Italy
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
The Degree Course in Strategic Studies and Security Policies is taught in English and aims to provide high-profile, interdisciplinary training aimed at developing critical analysis skills of social, political, economic, and legal contexts specific to both national and international scenarios. These skills are made functional, throughout the course of studies, for the progressive acquisition of highly qualified competencies, as well as leadership and decision-making abilities, within both institutional and private organizational contexts.
The Course lays the groundwork for the formation of a modern managerial figure, professionally trained, capable of understanding and speaking the necessary language for those who must take on responsibilities in a scenario of high complexity and growing emergency features.
The course places great importance on teachings from historical, economic, legal, political, and sociological areas, combining them with specific training activities related to Strategic Studies and security policies.
Why Choose Defence and Security Sciences (LM-62) - Strategic Studies and Security Policies at Link Campus University?
Choosing this educational path will immerse you directly in the current strategic dynamics, crisis scenarios, and the intricacies of security processes. Throughout this advanced program, you'll benefit from instruction by professionals, experts, managers, and administrators who bring real-world experience to the classroom, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application.
The curriculum emphasizes interactive learning through lectures, seminars, practical exercises, lab work, and self-assessment tasks. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to engage in various supplementary activities, including participation in the thematic online blog Geohub, which offers an in-depth exploration of international political themes and is run by fellow students in the program.
Admissions
Curriculum
The International Relations curriculum of the degree course in Strategic Studies and Diplomatic Sciences prepares professionals for internal organizations and institutions, both government and non-governmental, who define, promote, and implement their organizations’ international relations strategies, including in crisis situations; professionals who direct and/or support development cooperation programs, as well as communication campaigns and internationalization activities.
The study focuses on emerging worldwide concerns such as energy and climate policy, crisis management, and the increasingly divergent agendas of international politics’ protagonists.
Through knowledge acquired in the areas of cyber security, disinformation threats, cyberwar, social engineering, and hacking, the degree program will allow you to acquire the technical skills needed to maneuver successfully in the political situations of the cyber world.
Moments of study with professionals (journalists, communicators, representatives of institutions, etc.) and participation in seminars, meetings, and workshops will enhance traditional instruction.
Students will be able to contribute to several thematic blogs, such as Geohub, an online space managed by students for in-depth study of international politics.
First Year
I Semester
- History of European integration
- History and analysis of the international crisis
- International economy and globalization
- International organizations and human rights
- Religions, politics, identities
- Geopolitics and strategic analysis
II Semester
- Crisis communication
- Theory of political praxis
- Public strategic compared policies
- Other language skills
Optional group
- Geopolitica vaticana
- Cyberwarfare
- Reti criminali: territorio e transnazionalismo
- Relazioni istituzionali e lobbying
Second Year
I Semester
- Compared public law
- Sustainable development cooperation
- International policies on energy and climate change
II Semester
- Progettazione europea e ciclo del progetto
- Progetti di peace building nel Mediterraneo
- Conflict resolution, crisis management, negotiation
Optional group
- Geopolitica vaticana
- Cyberwarfare
- Reti criminali: territorio e transnazionalismo
- Relazioni istituzionali e lobbying
- Stage
- Final dissertation
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Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please visit the university website for more information.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
This master's degree program will equip you with the expertise needed to specialize in the field of Strategic Studies and Security Policies, with a strong international emphasis. Additionally, it emphasizes subjects related to governance and administration, honing in on aspects and competencies crucial for roles in high-level governmental and public/private institutions, especially about security and political engagement.
Employment opportunities include
- Diplomatic career
- International relations offices of large national and multinational companies
- Institutional relations and communication offices of international organizations, large national, and multinational companies
- Small and medium-sized enterprises looking to internationalize
- Italian Agency for Development Cooperation
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation
- NGOs and non-profit organizations
English Language Requirements
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Program Admission Requirements
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