MA Security and Intelligence Studies in Buckingham United Kingdom | University of Buckingham

This program provides comprehensive insight into modern security and intelligence dynamics within Western democracies, particularly focusing on the UK. Security and Intelligence Studies represent an emerging discipline in political science, yet there's growing acknowledgment that understanding security agencies' operations, their operational context, and the proper utilization of their outputs is essential for effective governance. The curriculum bridges academic research with current policy challenges, primarily in the UK but also across Western nations, leveraging specialized practitioner-led knowledge.

Concerning intelligence-driven policy and practice, the program prioritizes the analytical competencies highlighted in the Butler Review on WMD Intelligence. These include enhanced professionalization of intelligence analysis techniques, critical evaluation skills (cultivated through collaborative problem-solving exercises), and improved capacity to synthesize contradictory information sources. Designed for individuals passionate about intelligence and security matters—regardless of professional aspirations—it also serves those pursuing careers in this sector while supporting the advancement of current security and intelligence professionals.

Available start dates
Sep 2024
Jan 2025
Duration
1 Year