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Master of Arts (Strategic and Defence Studies)

Universiti Malaya — Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Master of Arts (Strategic and Defence Studies) is a postgraduate International Relations course at Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It takes 1.5 years, costs RM34,000 per year and starts in October and March.

Postgraduate · 1.5 years · Full-time · International Relations · RM34,000 per year

Intakes: October, March

Study the Master of Arts (Strategic and Defence Studies) at Universiti Malaya (UM), Malaysia's top-ranked university, on its Kuala Lumpur campus. Full-time, on-campus, taught in English or Malay depending on the programme. Total international tuition fee: RM 34,000 for the whole programme (2025/2026 fee schedule, 1.5 years). Intakes: October and March.

Careers

  • Researcher
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Policy analyst
  • Writer or editor

Frequently asked questions

How long is Master of Arts (Strategic and Defence Studies) at Universiti Malaya?

Master of Arts (Strategic and Defence Studies) takes 1.5 years (Full-time).

How much does Master of Arts (Strategic and Defence Studies) at Universiti Malaya cost?

The listed tuition fee is RM34,000 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.

When does Master of Arts (Strategic and Defence Studies) start?

Intakes: October and March.

What level is Master of Arts (Strategic and Defence Studies)?

It is a postgraduate course in International Relations.

What careers can Master of Arts (Strategic and Defence Studies) lead to?

Typical roles include Researcher, Teacher or lecturer, Policy analyst and Writer or editor.