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Intelligence : Theory and Practice

Postgraduate | MAQ-PICX845 | 2018

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Recognise how the intelligence function sits within the dynamic contexts of national security, law enforcement, military and foreign domains. Compare Australian and selected international intelligence communities. 

Study method
100% online
Assessments
100% online
Entry requirements
Part of a degree
Duration
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Intelligence : Theory and Practice

About this subject

  • At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

    1. critique contemporary literature relating to the concepts of intelligence
    2. demonstrate higher order communication skills including the ability to formulate sustained, persuasive and original written and oral arguments
    3. model academic research skills, particularly the ability to select sources appropriately to integrate knowledge from diverse sources, to critically evaluate its significance and relevance, synthesise material and present finding logically, rationally and lucidly
    4. evaluate how the intelligence function fits within the dynamic national security context
    5. explore a case study requiring a Futures assessment.

Entry requirements

To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.

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