Dr. Hillary Briffa

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Hillary Briffa is a Senior Lecturer in National Security Studies at King's College London. She serves as the Assistant Director of the Centre for Defence Studies and has a Ph.D. in War Studies, focusing on small states' grand strategy. Since 2015, Hillary has administered an annual summer school titled 'The U.S., U.K., World Order' in partnership with the Clements Center at the University of Texas. She teaches various courses at the Department of War Studies, including National Security Studies and is a lead tutor for BA3 Dissertation training. Briffa has been nominated for multiple King’s Education Awards, reflecting her commitment to educational excellence over the past several years. Her research interests include maritime security, climate change, and the international order, where she collaborates with institutions such as Georgetown University Qatar. Additionally, she consults for the British government and international organizations, contributing significantly to discussions on strategic reviews and security policies. Hillary is actively involved in promoting gender equality and diversity from within her institution.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2015-01-01 — Present

King's College London • London, England

Teaching and leading research in National Security Studies, focusing on the strategy of small states and their role in international security.

Awards

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King’s Education Awards

Requirements for King's College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject Quantitative competency (for some Economics/Finance programs)
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Academic References
  • CV/Resume
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent across King's Business School and Social Science & Public Policy departments for standard Master's entries.