War Studies

Our War Studies BA degree course is a long-established course that focuses on the key human challenges of war and conflict. Instead of adopting a single disciplinary viewpoint, you will approach the topics from a variety of distinctive angles including politics, international relations, philosophy, sociology, history and strategic studies.

Key benefits

King's is amongst the world's leading universities for the study of war and conflict.

Teaching by leading international experts who work in close collaboration with governments, armed forces and NGOs across the world.

Outstanding flexibility, allowing you to focus on your fundamental interests of war and conflicts.

Frequent guest lectures throughout the year by high-profile international speakers.

Intellectually and physically located close to government; our campus is just ten minutes' walk from Whitehall in the heart of London amongst the media, museums, and major libraries and research institutes of the capital.

Department has established relationships and links with major London institutions such as Chatham House, IISS, RUSI, Janes Defence, Visiongain and AKE.

We offer a dedicated focus on employability skills, assisting you to careers in defence, foreign affairs, humanitarian aid, risk analysis, journalism, and banking.