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Intelligence Studies and International History
The University of Wales, Aberystwyth
Department of International Politics
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 4,421 - ≈ € 10,969 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Aberystwyth / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of The University of Wales, Aberystwyth
This degree provides students with a specialist introduction to the advanced study of Intelligence and International History. The study of intelligence focuses on the heart of the relationship between knowledge and power, and on various aspects of how secret information is gathered and assimilated in decision-making processes.
The programme is designed to facilitate the development of a critical awareness of the conceptual, ethical and political dimensions of intelligence and international history.
This degree provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge, understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas:
* the principal historical debates in international history;
* the central issues in the historiography of international history,
* specific themes and issues in international history;
* the strengths and weakness of different historical sources;,
* the critical and complex relationship between the historian and his/her facts; and,
* the impact of contemporary concerns on the writing of history
* The assumptions, theories and practices that have defined traditional studies of intelligence
* The assumptions and theories that underpin the concept of `intelligence failures´
* The problem of politicisation in relation to intelligence assessments
* Lessons for policy makers from past experiences of intelligence assessment
Contents
The core modules are currently as follows:
* Intelligence, Security and International Politics 1900-1945
* Intelligence, Security and International Politics since 1945
* History and Historiography 1900-1945
* History and Historiography 1945-Present
Optional Modules Many core modules can be taken as options by Specialist pathway students on other Master’s degree schemes in the Department (with the exception of core modules that are already oversubscribed). The department teaches a number of dedicated Master’s options each year. Master’s optional modules in recent years have included: Theory and Practice of International Political Community; Security and Defence Policy in the European Union; International Legitimacy since 1648; and ‘The Vietnam Syndrome’ and American Foreign Policy.
Please note that we cannot guarantee that every option listed here will be available each year
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
The admissions requirements for the Masters programmes are as follows:
* The minimum basic entry requirement for a Masters degree is normally an Honours Degree (Class 2 Division 1) or equivalent (eg. for US students, a Grade Point Average of 3.2).
* Candidates who do not meet this standard will be considered on a case-by-case basis. In such circumstances candidates will normally be interviewed as part of the application process.
* It is not necessary to have a first degree in international politics or a related subject, but we will need evidence that gives us confidence that you can complete the course successfully.
* Prospective Masters students should ensure that they have arranged with referees for their references to be available as required.
* Non-native English speakers are required to take a University recognised test of academic English language proficiency with required minimum proficiency levels equating to an IELTS score of 7.0 or a TOEFL score of 610 (paper based test) or 250 (computer based) with an essay rating of 5.5. Applicants who have successfully undertaken a Bachelors degree in a UK University are exempt from this requirement.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
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