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History of Intelligence
Postgraduate | MAQ-PICX8013 | 2020
Previously MAQ-PICX813
Course information for 2020 intake
View information for 2021 course intakeGain a thorough understanding of the history of intelligence via political, economic, social, technological and military perspectives. Research and evaluate the advance of technology and how it has affected intelligence collection and analysis.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 18 weeks
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History of Intelligence
About this subject
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the historical development of intelligence practices and organisations.
- . Synthesize complex information relating to significant episodes of intelligence history, and weigh the merits of competing interpretations of those episodes.
- . Assess the significance of particular concepts and debates within the academic field of Intelligence Studies, and evaluate their applicability to contemporary intelligence practice.
- Develop compelling and original arguments regarding intelligence practice, and clearly communicate those arguments in audience-appropriate formats (e.g., intelligence estimates, policy briefs, analytical essays).
- A week-by-week guide to the topics you will explore in this subject will be provided in your study materials.
This subject was previously known as PICX813The History of Intelligence
This subject considers how and why the practices of intelligence professionals and the organisations in which those professionals work have changed over time. It covers both ancient and modern intelligence, but focuses mostly on the post-World War II era. In surveying this history of intelligence as part of the broader development of national security policies and institutions, the subject provides context for some of the debates and discussions around intelligence today. In closely examining selected case studies of intelligence success and failure, students will develop their own skills in historical and analytical thinking - skills that are integral elements of intelligence tradecraft
- Discussion Essay (30%)
- Online quizzes (30%)
- Final Essay (40%)
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Entry requirements
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.
Equivalent subjects
You should not enrol in this subject if you have successfully completed any of the following subject(s) because they are considered academically equivalent:
MAQ-PICX813-History of Intelligence (no longer available)
Additional requirements
- Other requirements -
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Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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