Strategic Studies Network

Our flagship Strategic Studies programme which has run for over 30 years. Advance your understanding of the use of force in conflict and scrutinise real-world security issues.

This programme explores how governments and non-government organisations interact with each other, ranging from formal state visits to more covert interactions.

Gain a better understanding of international security as it relates to energy security through this programme, which combines the study of national and internal security with energy politics, energy economics, and energy law.

Examine how the use of force and power interface with the requirements and expectations of the body of international law, which addresses the conduct of conflict at international and sub-national levels.

This programme draws on the expertise of the School of Social Science and the Business School to provide a mix of in-depth business understanding combined with a strategic approach to understanding global threats, risk, and growth.

Learn about our portfolio of Strategic Studies programmes, and what it's like to study at the University of Aberdeen

Professor Mervyn Bain explains why international diplomacy matters in both government and non-government settings, who will benefit from studying Strategic Studies and Diplomacy, and what you can expect to learn during this programme.

Dr Dimitrios Anagnostakis discusses our "Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism" course, which provides an overview of current research in international relations and related disciplines, and enables them to develop an in-depth understanding of core aspects of the issue.

Dr James Johnson discusses our "Chinese Security Issues" course, which offers students an introduction to Chinese security policy and approaches to international relations. This course also examines key global security approaches, institutions, and contemporary issues relating to the rise of China.