Military, Security and Strategic Studies
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Master of Strategic Studies (MSS)
Thesis-based program
Program overview
The Centre for Military, Security and Strategic Studies at the University of Calgary is committed to promoting and developing excellence in military, security and defence studies and is one of the leading centres of excellence in military and strategic studies in North America. This thesis-based master’s program places the study of war, defence, and security issues within the context of past and present human experience. With flexible programs, leading scholars in a variety of disciplines, and generous funding opportunities, we strive to ensure our students achieve success in their pursuits.
Completing this program
- Core Courses: Classics of Strategy, Advanced Analysis of International Relations and Strategic Studies.
- Block Week Course: Students will complete Military and Strategic Studies: Questions and Methods in the week preceding their first term.
- Additional Courses: May include arctic security, Canadian military studies, U.S. security, ethics and morality, intelligence, and other topics.
- Thesis:Students are required to submit and defend an original research thesis.
Outcomes
Banking, Police Service, Government, Military Procurement, Oil and Gas, NATO, Advocacy Groups.
A master’s degree in military and strategic studies will give you the pre-requisite for a PhD.
Thesis-based program
Students are required to prepare a thesis and successfully defend in an open oral defense.
Courses
Six courses
Learn more about program requirements in the Academic Calendar
Classroom delivery
Time commitment
Two years full time; four years maximum
Supervisor
A supervisor is required, and must agree to oversee the student's research before admission will be granted
Fees and funding
See the Graduate Calendar for information on fees and fee regulations, and for information on awards and financial assistance.
Supervisors
Learn about faculty available to supervise this degree.\ Please note: additional supervisors may be available. Contact the program for more information.
Accepting Inquiries 2. Alexander Hill
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Soviet military history, The Second World War, Soviet military and naval policy, The Soviet Union and southern Africa 3. Rob Huebert
Accepting Inquiries 4. Thomas P, (Tom) Keenan
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Social Implications of Technology, Privacy and Security, Smart Communities, Technocreepiness, Cybersecurity and Cyberwarfare, Non-financial Applications of the Blockchain 5. Frank W. Stahnisch
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History of Medicine and the Life Sciences, History and Philosophy of the Neurosciences, History of Physiology, Medical Visualizations throughout History, History of Public Mental Health and Psychiatry, History of Holism and Integration in Modern Medicine
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Admission Requirements
GPA
A minimum of 3.4 GPA on a 4.0 point system.
Minimum education
A four year baccalaureate degree, or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Work samples
- A writing sample
Documents
- A research proposal
Reference letters
Two
Test scores
None
English language proficiency
An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requirement in different ways. For accepted criteria, please refer to the program “Admissions” tab in the Academic Calendar.
*Please contact your program of interest if you have any questions about ELP requirements.
Deadlines
For admission on September 1:
- Canadians and permanent residents: Jan. 15 application deadline
- International students: Jan. 15 application deadline
If you're not a Canadian or permanent resident, or if you have international credentials, make sure to learn about international requirements
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Learn more about this program
Centre for Military, Security & Strategic Studies
Social Sciences 856\ 2500 University Drive NW\ Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4
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Faculty of Arts
University of Calgary\ 2500 University Drive NW\ Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4
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