Bachelor in Security Ba

Tuition costs 24,650 GBP per year.

SOAS University of London offers a unique perspective on global affairs, rooted in its world-leading expertise in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. This programme challenges traditional Western-centric views on security, encouraging students to critically examine how power, conflict, and peace are constructed across different cultural and political landscapes.

Students engaged in this course will benefit from a multidisciplinary approach that pulls together insights from politics, international relations, anthropology, and development studies. Rather than focusing solely on conventional state-based security, the curriculum delves into human security, environmental threats, digital warfare, and the social dimensions of conflict.

A Critical Lens on Global Security

The programme is designed for those who want to understand the complexities of a volatile world. By choosing to study at SOAS, you are joining a vibrant, international community where academic inquiry is directly linked to real-world impact. You will be taught by leading scholars whose research influences policy and public debate, ensuring that your learning experience remains at the cutting edge of contemporary security challenges.

SOAS University of London, founded in 1916 and located in the heart of London, is a globally recognized institution specializing in the study of Asia, Africa and the Middle East. With around 5,349 students, SOAS offers focused programs across languages, politics, law, economics, history and cultural studies, attracting learners who seek deep regional expertise and interdisciplinary perspectives. Its central London location provides access to embassies, cultural centers and international organizations, enriching academic study with practical engagement.

Academically, SOAS is distinguished by its language provision, area studies and research on global development, human rights and contemporary international affairs. Small-group teaching, language labs and research-led courses create an intensive learning environment. Students benefit from partnerships across the university sector and with NGOs, think tanks and cultural institutions, enabling internships, fieldwork and collaborative projects that enhance employability and research experience.

Student life blends academic rigor with a diverse, international community and extensive extracurricular offerings. Support for international students includes tailored orientation, language assistance, careers advice and visa guidance, helping new arrivals adapt to London life. Graduates from SOAS move into diplomacy, international development, academia, media and private sector roles where regional knowledge and language skills are highly valued, making SOAS a compelling choice for students focused on global issues and intercultural understanding.