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Security and Risk Management MSc, by Distance Learning
Program Overview
The increasing professionalisation of the security industry has meant that both existing security professionals and those seeking entry into the profession view a postgraduate degree as essential to their career ambitions. The course will not only enable you to develop your academic knowledge of crime, risk and security management, but it will also strengthen your professional skills and abilities.
This distance learning degree will provide you with a thorough knowledge of security and crime risk analysis and management. You will develop an understanding of a range of theoretical models that explain why and how people commit crime, how to analyse and assess risk, and how to manage security.
You will gain a thorough grounding in theory and practice of security and risk management. The course will equip you with the skills to engage in informed debate about major issues in security and risk management and to design, conduct and critically appraise research and develop new approaches to problem solving which can be applied in practice.
You will also benefit from regular supported learning events – including an online Induction, an introduction to academic skills, and real time webinars with your Personal Tutor. You will also be invited to attend two online Study Schools, delivered by academics from the School of Criminology and wider University, that will allow you to develop your study skills and ability to conduct research. Study schools are held during Module 1 – Exploring and Understanding Risk and Security, and again at the start of your dissertation. Attendance is encouraged but optional and there is no additional cost involved.
The course will be of immense professional value if you are working within a security context, either in the private or public sector and want to further your career. Our MSc will support your professional work experience with an academic qualification which will enhance your CV and be used as evidence to demonstrate to your current or potential employer your skills and abilities.
Entry Requirements
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A first or second class honours degree or an equivalent professional qualification.
Special consideration will be given to applicants without an undergraduate degree who can demonstrate significant work experience and knowledge.
If you have at least five years’ practical/professional experience and borderline qualifications you may be considered. Please ensure you clearly outline these in your personal statement, focusing on any managerial-level experience. Alternatively, you may be asked to complete the School’s entry assessment in support of your application.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability.
Program Structure
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MSc
- Exploring and Understanding Risk and Security (double module)
- Managing Security in the Workplace (double module)
- Research Methods 1 – Understanding research methods and data analysis
- Cybercrime
- Research Methods 2 – Writing a research proposal, research ethics and literature reviews
- Terrorism
Plus your Dissertation
Modules shown represent choices available to current students. The range of modules available and the content of any individual module may change in future years.
Tuition Fee
International Students
This is the total course fee. You will pay this fee wherever in the world you live.
Starting in October 2023 or April 2024
- MSc: £11,950
- PGDip: £7,960
- PGCert: £3,985
Start Dates
January & April
Teaching and Learning
Teaching
All of your course material will be available online through the University of Leicester’s Virtual Learning Environment: Blackboard. As such you will need to have regular internet access. There are no real time lectures so you can access your course material at anytime from anywhere in the world.
Ongoing support is provided by a team of a dedicated academics and distance learning support staff. When you register with us, you will be assigned a Personal Tutor who is an academic within the School of Criminology. Your Personal Tutor can help you address assignments, reflect on your feedback and discuss any aspects of your study either by phone, MS Teams or email.
All course assessments will be submitted online via Blackboard, which will also enable you to exchange information and discuss topics with your fellow students and staff, as well as giving access to the University’s impressive and extensive e-library. You will also benefit from online Study School events at the start of your studies and again as you begin your dissertation.
Your initial Study School will focus on introducing you to your programme of study and developing the key academic skills you need to succeed at University. During the two-day event you’ll be able to take part in a series of workshops addressing aspects such as essay writing, critical analysis and referencing.
Your second Study School will focus more on the skills you need to carry out dissertation research and will concentrate on topics such as designing ethical research, collecting and analysing different types of data, and using the University library services. Both events offer you an opportunity to interact with different members of academic staff and to discuss any individual study issues or queries.
Attendance is not a requirement of the course and materials presented at the Study School are made available via Blackboard. Student feedback has shown us that the event is rewarding, enriching and a useful supplement to online study.
Having delivered distance learning for over 35 years at the University of Leicester, we are aware of the specific challenges and benefits of studying at a distance and tailor our support to meet these needs.
Assessment
The MSc Security and Risk Management is based on continuous assessment, with each of the modules comprising up to three assessments. The assessments range from formal essays to preparing poster presentations and reflective journal exercises. The final stage towards your MSc degree is the completion of a dissertation.
Alongside your weekly reading and discussions you are expected to complete module activities, designed to build a supportive online community of students as well as develop your key scholarly skills. E-tivities take the form of a combination of non-credit bearing and credit-bearing assessments designed to complement and support the learning objectives for your particular module. Credit-bearing assessments for each module include a reflective statement and an end of module essay.
Your modules are structured enough to keep your studies on track whilst remaining flexible to the unique needs of distance learners, many of whom we know combine studies with demanding jobs.
You will be supported by a dedicated team of tutors and support staff available through Blackboard and email. Administrative support is available by telephone, and you can contact your personal tutor via telephone or Skype. You will be encouraged to contact other students to share views, ideas and issues and to create a virtual student community.
For the MA you must complete a dissertation.
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