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The History of Intelligence - PICX813

This unit 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 unit 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

All enrolment queries should be directed to Open Universities Australia (OUA): see www.open.edu.au

When Offered:

S2 OUA - Session 2, offered through Open Universities Australia

Staff Contact(s): Professor Ben Schreer, Mr Fred Smith
Prerequisites:

 

Corequisites:

NCCW(s): PICT813
Unit Designation(s):
Unit Type: OUA
Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Department of Security Studies and Criminology

Faculty of Arts

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