Course Overview

Are you interested in the role intelligence plays in international affairs? Or perhaps you want to explore how technology is changing intelligence and security? Wherever your interests lie, our BA (Hons) Intelligence Analysis degree will provide you with the tools and training you need to establish a professional career.

You will learn about the recent international history and current affairs to explore and understand the wider context within which intelligence activity sits. You’ll also receive an introduction to the use of software relevant for intelligence analysis in the digital age.

As part of your intelligence analysis course, you’ll be able to choose from a range of study modules from the University-Wide Language Programme (UWLP), equipping you with a range of transferable skills such as focused listening teamwork and cultural appreciation – all of which are highly sought after in the professional workplace. What’s more, you’ll also have further opportunities to develop employability skills, including the Wordscope programme and the Salford Advantage scheme.

You will:

• Study current, real-world events of international significance and importance

• Gain the transferable knowledge and skills desired by employers in the intelligence analysis sector

• Learn from a team of leading academics who are recognised, published experts in their fields and whose teaching is informed by their own research expertise

General Eligibility

GCSE

English Language at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent) is required. Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) is preferred but not essential.

You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below

UCAS tariff points

104-112 points

A Level

104-112 points.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).