BSc (Hons) Security Intelligence and Investigative Practice

Program Overview

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BSc (Hons) Security Intelligence and Investigative Practice

Course Overview

This programme takes a hands-on approach to learning, with practical sessions on CCTV analysis, real-world investigative software, and advanced interview techniques. While intelligence work is often associated with law enforcement and the military, contemporary investigative skills are just as vital in the commercial sector.

Key Details

• Recruiting to: UK / RoI / Settled in UK
• Course Location: Carlisle - Fusehill Street
• Institute: Institute of Business, Industry and Leadership
• UCAS Code: L437
• Delivery Style: In-Person
• Course Duration: Full-time: 3 Years
• Study Options: Integrated Foundation Year
• Course Start Point: September
• Award: BSc (Hons)

Minimum Entry Requirements

• 104-112 UCAS Tariff points

Tuition Fees

• £9,535: UK | Year
• £14,900: International | Year

Related Courses

• BSc (Hons) - Security, Intelligence and Investigative Practice (Integrated Foundation Year)
• BSc (Hons) - Professional Policing

Course Structure

What You Will Learn

You will identify the three threads (security, intelligence and investigative practice) this programme is built on. These three threads are interrelated and will help to further develop your understanding of the bigger picture of security, intelligence and investigative practice.

Year One

• Intelligence, Structures and Products
• Managing Criminal Enquiries
• Crime Scene Investigation
• Operational Security
• Cyber Security
• Evolution of Threat

Year Two

• Investigative Interviewing
• Serious Organised Crime Investigations
• Covert Operations
• Security Risk Management
• Digital Intelligence
• Practical Action Research (optional module)
• Forecasting Future Challenges (optional module)

Year Three

• Global Threats and Risk Principles
• Safeguarding Society
• Freedoms and Protections
• Extremism
• Dissertation/ Work Based Project

Teaching & Assessment

How You Will Learn

Security, Intelligence and Investigative Practice is delivered through a variety of methods. The delivery is designed to foster confident, self-reliant students, well placed to maximise their study.

How You Will Be Assessed

Summative and formative assessment is an important part of the programme curriculum. A selection of assessment methods are employed including:

• Case studies
• Essays
• Reports
• Examinations
• Practical skills assessment
• Poster presentation
• Oral briefings
• Virtual reality supported vignettes

Entry Requirements

• A-levels: BCC-BBC
• T-levels: P (C+) – M
• Access to HE: 15 Credits at Distinction & 30 at Merit
• CACHE Technical Level 3 and Level 3 Extended Diploma: C - B
• OCR Cambridge Technical & Edexcel/Pearson BTEC Level 3 (National) Extended Diploma: MMM – DMM
• Scottish Highers: BBBC - BBBA
• Irish LC Highers: B1, B2, B2, B2 – B1, B1, B1, B2

Fair Admissions

When you apply, our Admissions specialists will review your whole application. We are looking for your potential to succeed so will assess your qualifications, any relevant work experience, your personal statement, and references.

Selection Criteria

As part of the application and selection process, we are looking for your commitment to this programme. In your personal statement, you should demonstrate your motivation for choosing this course and reflect upon any practical experience you have gained.

Contextual Admissions

Going to higher education can transform a person’s life. We use contextual admissions to make sure that we are accessible to everyone who has the potential to succeed. Qualifications and grades are important, but they are considered alongside other information that helps universities to identify potential and widen access to university level study.

Language Requirements

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Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees

• £9,535: UK | Year
• £14,900: International | Year

More Information

We have a wide range of scholarships, bursaries, grants and funds available to support you throughout your studies with us. This includes the Cumbria Bursary - a non-repayable bursary designed to support first year students with a household income of less than £25,000.

Additional Costs

There will be some additional costs. For example all students will need to purchase stationery and may wish to purchase some text books. Extra costs may also be applicable to cover field trips, membership fees etc. although such features are usually options within the course.

Books and Journals

Most core text books are available via the University's library, however students may wish to buy copies of any texts used to support your learning on your course. This could cost between £50 - £100 per year.

Stationery

Students should budget for stationery and consumables for your own personal use. This should include notebooks, pens and pencils for taking notes in class and/or in the field. Students should also budget for the purchase of USB pen drives, as well as occasional printing and photocopying costs incurred in the preparation or submission of coursework. Whilst you will choose how much you need, expect to pay around £30 - £40 per year for these items.