Air, Space and Cyber Power Studies by Distance Learning TBV

Primary

In Telford

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Primary

  • Location

    Telford

  • Duration

    30 Years

This Masters course allows you to explore many of the key elements of Air, Space and Cyber Power through focusing on theoretical approaches, historical case studies, contemporary conflicts, strategic thought and cultural and societal attitudes to air, space and cyber power. You will study these themes in depth under the care of renowned tutors who have a keen interest in and expert knowledge of these fields.

You will undertake six modules across two years of part-time study conducted entirely through on-line distance learning methods. Your studies will culminate in a piece of independent research in the form of a 12,000-15,000-word dissertation on a topic based on one or more of the elements covered in the course. Guidance in this undertaking will come from your appointed dissertation supervisor.

The two core modules Air Power Theory and Practice: c.1900 to 1990 and Air, Space and Cyber Power 1990 to the Present will provide the key elements to understanding, analysing and interpreting the historical, contemporary and future implications and challenges in the employment of air, space and cyber power. Particular emphasis is placed on the central issues of control of the air; intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance; attack capability and air mobility.

The programme of study will also offer eight 12-week option modules from which students choose four. The option modules will provide a range of options across international relations and politics, military history, and strategic studies. The scope of the content will cover elements of regional conflicts, international law, the ethics of war and conflict, cultural aspects of war, low-intensity operations, humanitarian intervention, coalition and multi-national warfare, inter-service relations and operations, media and propaganda, intelligence, and the economics of warfare.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Telford (Shropshire)
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Level 3 Southwater One, Southwater Sqare, Southwater Way, TF3 4JG

Start date

On request

About this course





Masters Degree




For the award of a Masters degree, having achieved 180 credits - taught & independent study - at Level 7, you will be able to:




LO1 Demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and act autonomously in planning and implementing tasks at a professional or equivalent level.




LO2 Demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in the discipline.




LO3 Deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, make sound judgements in the absence of complete data, and communicate your conclusions clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences.




LO4 Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of techniques applicable to your own research or advanced scholarship and ability to continue to advance your knowledge and understanding, and to develop new skills to a high level.




LO5 Demonstrate a systematic understanding of knowledge, and a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights, much of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of your academic discipline, field of study or area of professional practice with a conceptual understanding that enables the student:

to evaluate critically current research and advanced scholarship in the discipline
to evaluate methodologies and develop critiques of them and, where appropriate, to propose new hypotheses.





LO6 Demonstrate the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring:

the exercise of initiative and personal responsibility
decision-making in complex and unpredictable situations
the independent learning ability required for continuing professional development.





A Bachelor of Arts Honours degree (2.1 or above) in a Social Sciences / Humanities subject from a UK University or overseas equivalent or:
A professional qualification and/or experience considered to be equivalent.
You should also have a good standard of written and spoken English (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent).

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Subjects

  • On-Air
  • Media
  • Part Time
  • International
  • Economics
  • Options

Course programme

September start: PART TIME (2.5 years) Part-time students will start in September and can take a core module in Semester 1 and two options chosen from the available list of four each year. After two years, students undertake the dissertation from July to December. Part-time students will normally be expected to complete their degree within two-and -a-half years.

Year 1

Semester 1

Semester 2

C

Air Power Theory and Practice c.1900-1990

20

O

Cyber Power

20

O

Justifications for War and Peace

20

O

The Strategic Bombing Campaigns 1939-1945

20

O

Integrated Air Power: Coalitions, Joint Warfare and Interservice Operations

20

September start: PART TIME (2.5 years)

Year 2

Semester 1

Semester 2

C

Air, Space and Cyber Power: 1990-Present

20

O

Contemporary Conflicts

20

O

Terrorism and Political Violence

20

O

Representations of Air Power in Popular Culture and the Media

20

O

Creating Air Power: Procurement, Recruitment and Economics

20

July to December

C

Dissertation

(Induction & supervisory meetings take place across Year Two)

60

You will submit your Dissertation in late December to complete your MA degree.

Air, Space and Cyber Power Studies by Distance Learning TBV

Price on request