BSc (Hons) Global Security with Strategic Analysis at Buckinghamshire New University

From climate change to conflict, misinformation to international trade, the modern world faces complex, interrelated challenges. This pathway focuses on the root causes of global insecurity and how societies and governments can build more stable, resilient futures. You’ll explore aspects of international law, policy, humanitarian response, and the role of emerging technologies, giving you the insight and critical thinking skills to lead in uncertain times.

Faculty: Security and Resilience  |  Duration: Three or Four Years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll start off studying the foundations of global security, information security, and analytical techniques. You’ll also cover topics such as humanitarian crises, climate insecurity, political instability, international law, economic systems, and strategic resilience. Core modules include Academic and Professional Development, Intelligence Concepts and Practice, Security Operations and Management, Structured Analytical Techniques, Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Techniques, Information (with Cyber) Security, Research Methods, Technology and Security, Global Intelligence Security and Resilience, Global Political Futures, Strategy and Global Competition, Extended Independent Work, Career Transition Experience, Global Risk and Resilience. Optional modules include Terrorism and Counter Terrorism OR, Financial Intelligence OR, Cybercrime: Motivations, Methods and Impact OR, Undergraduate Internship, Corporate Security Challenges OR, Operational Leadership OR.

Career pathways

As a graduate of BSc (Hons) Global Security with Strategic Analysis you will be well prepared for careers in humanitarian organisations, government departments, NGOs, and international development. Some go on to work in policy analysis, trade regulation or foreign affairs.

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