Intelligence & International Security

Our MA Intelligence & International Security examines the trends that continue to shape intelligence and international security developments in the 21st century. You will develop an awareness of the ways in which intelligence issues manifest themselves in security issues in peace and war in historical and contemporary perspectives. You will also gain an understanding of ethical dilemmas associated with intelligence activity, including the challenges posed by digitisation.

Key benefits

Our MA Intelligence & International Security is excellent preparation for employment in government service or in commercial risk management and open-source intelligence providers.

You will be taught by visiting academics, serving and former officials and other intelligence experts who give regular public lectures and seminars.

Enables you to examine the nature, processes, roles and case studies of intelligence and their interaction with developments in international security.

You have the advantage of attending events run by the King's Intelligence and International Security Group which provides a platform for sharing ideas.