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MSc Covert Investigation and Specialist Intelligence

MSc Covert Investigation and Specialist Intelligence

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Study mode

Online

Duration

27 months

Start date

09-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Security Services

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

An innovative and ground-breaking course that offers insight into the world of covert investigation and intelligence

Gain a solid understanding of the many challenges and opportunities facing the intelligence and covert investigative community today

How You Will Learn

Each module uses a variety of learning tools combined into a varied, interactive programme with resources including:

Detailed study guides
Electronic documents, readings, case studies and coursework
Pre-recorded lectures, asynchronous seminars and tutorials
Traditional textbooks
Online multimedia content
Interactive discussion groups

The modules are made available to you following a schedule that allows you to work at your own pace but keep in sequence with the assessment requirements. Each module is broken into a series of units and lessons, making the content manageable and assisting with your time allocation throughout the programme.

Course Format and Assessment

To successfully complete the programme, students must pass each module.
Assessments will incorporate coursework, research assignments and writing essays.
There will be no examinations requiring attendance at a venue.
You will also be expected to participate in the virtual learning environment with tutors and fellow students.

Modules

This module aims to introduce the student to the array of academic research associated with the effective and ethical elicitation of intelligence. It will explore those techniques that appear to be both effective and ethical in securing information to better understand and then mitigate threat and harm.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£7,995

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£7,995

Entry requirements

A relevant second-class honours degree or above (such as in criminology, social or political science), or an overseas equivalent qualification is normally required. Alternatively, a graduate level professional qualification of comparable standard and suitable work experience (such as policing, security or military work) may be accepted.