MSc Intelligence and Security Studies

Master

Distance

£ 9,795 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Methodology

    Distance Learning

  • Duration

    Flexible

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

What you'll learn
Analyse important intelligence and security events and issues from the late 20th century to today and connects the practical basis of intelligence to the broader issues facing the international system.
Focus on understanding and applying intelligence and analytical thinking to practical problems by looking at current and emerging security problems as well as evaluating potential solutions to these issues.
Discover how policing, law enforcement and politicians are trying to counter and combat threats in a global environment.

About this course

IT REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDYING THIS COURSE
The modules are delivered online with videos, documents, and other online resources. Access is via internet browser with a reliable internet connection.

Learners need to be online whilst studying the course as progress is reported back to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).

What are our IT recommendations?
Computer Type:


Microsoft PC: Windows 7 and above
Apple: Mac OS X 10.11 and above
Processor: 1.8GHz or higher
Memory: 512MB minimum
RAM: 3GB of RAM or more
Display: 1024 x 768 display or higher
Network bandwidth: 1MB minimum

When does it start and how long is the course?
We offer one start date per academic year (September).

The programme must be completed within:

PGCert: 11 months
PGDip: 22 months
MSc: 28 months

WHY CHOOSE INFORMA CONNECT
Accessible – 24/7 availability from wherever you have an internet connection
Flexible – take control of where, when, how and the rate at which you study
Professional – industry leading course directors and tutors
Quality – study the same course used by corporations for internal training
Network – with tutors and like-minded professionals from around the world. Use our online tutorial forum to ask questions and share knowledge
Save money – no additional travel or accommodation costs

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This centre's achievements

2021

All courses are up to date

The average rating is higher than 3.7

More than 50 reviews in the last 12 months

This centre has featured on Emagister for 12 years

Subjects

  • International
  • Security
  • Intelligence
  • International system
  • Contemporary
  • Dissertation
  • Safety
  • Examinations
  • Attendance
  • Students

Course programme

Course Content

The course syllabus is designed to provide a thorough analysis of important intelligence and security events and issues from the late 20th century to present day. Connect the practical basis of intelligence to the broader issues facing the international system.
  • Module 1 - Security Studies
  • Module 2 - Intelligence Analysis
  • Module 3 - International Financial Crime and Security
  • Module 4 - Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism
  • Module 5 - History of Intelligence: Success and Failures
  • Module 6 - Contemporary Issues in Crime, Safety and Security
  • Module 7 - Intelligence & Security Studies Dissertation
How is the course assessed?
  • To successfully complete the course you must pass each module.
  • Assessment will incorporate coursework, online examinations, research assignments and essays.
  • You will also be expected to participate in the virtual learning environment with tutors and fellow students.
  • There will be no examinations requiring attendance at a venue.

Additional information

Fees - US$12,735

MSc Intelligence and Security Studies

£ 9,795 VAT inc.