Politics, Security and Crisis
The master’s programme Politics, Security and Crisis provides you with tailor-made political science knowledge and insights into issues that concern security policy, crises and crisis management.
Master's degree in Political Science
The programme leads to a Master’s Degree in Political Science with focus on Crisis Management and Security. You will study international security policy issues, the transnational nature of current security challenges and crises from a societal perspective.
The programme provides a broad but also a deep understanding of how society shapes its security policy and ability to handle present and future crises.
The studies includes several scenario-based role-plays, war gaming, and also offers an internship at relevant government agencies, in the private sector or international organisations such as the UN, EU and OSSE.
"Honestly it felt a little bit too good to be true. Because I'm really interested in defence and I thought it was very special that I could study at the Defence University."
Jedidja van Keulen, one of our international students, about why she chose to study here.
Meet our students
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My bachelor's degree in peace and conflict studies at Lund University was very interesting, focusing on peace and peacebuilding measures. However, I felt that I was missing the other half of the perspective – the actual conflict, how it is driven and functions in practice. One needs to see the whole picture to make a real difference.
– Freja Wehrling
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Security is used in so many different contexts. I gained tools to identify how security can be used in various contexts, and sometimes without real security problems being involved. And when we problematized this issue early in the program, I knew I was in the right place.
– Daniel Magnil
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I'm super happy with the programme as such. The courses we have taken were very specialized. And the teachers... They are all at a very high level. I joke with my family back home in Växjö and say that all the experts you see on TV come from here.
– Gustav Christensson
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A unique academic environment
How to apply and entry requirements
Here we guide you through the application process, explain the entry requirements, admissions and other important things that you need to know when applying to our programmes and courses.
Five reasons to study here
Are you interested in defence, crisis management and security? Here you have five reasons to study a master's program with us.
Unique environment at SEDU
Studies at Swedish Defence University - a both civilian and military university - offers a unique and completely different experience compared to most other universities.
Internship is an important part of the education
Doing an internship can be an important part of your education and a quick and educational way into your professional life.
Role-playing and wargaming
Scenario-based role-playing games and exercises that simulate real-life situations are popular elements at the SEDU. Practical applications are included in most of our programmes.
New in Sweden
For you to be ready to embark on your studies we offer some practical information about the most important fundaments for living in Sweden.
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War and Defence
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