Counter Terrorism, Intelligence and Cybercrime (Dual Degree)

**Overview**<br/><br/>Terrorists and cybercriminals are a growing and constant menace to world security.<br/><br/>Learn how to fight this threat on the international stage as you study in the UK and Australia on this Counter Terrorism, Intelligence and Cybercrime dual degree.<br/><br/>Youll develop the skills, knowledge and tech know-how to help protect communities, businesses and government organisations from terrorism and cybercrime. In year 3, youll experience how Australian authorities deal with these threats when you spend a year studying at Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Perth, Australia.<br/><br/>**Course highlights**<br/>- Graduate with 2 degrees – a BSc Cybercrime, Security and Intelligence from ECU alongside a BSc (Hons) Counter Terrorism, Intelligence and Cybercrime from the University of Portsmouth<br/><br/><br/>- Study with academics whose research in areas such as incel culture and the security of smart devices are shaping the future of the sector <br/><br/><br/>- Develop knowledge and skills that intelligence services employers value in specialist topics like intelligence analysis, physical security, online terrorism, cyberlaw and cybersecurity, international security, radicalisation and extremism<br/><br/><br/>- Get practical experience in the computing labs at Portsmouth and ECUs Security Operations Centre (SOC) while you explore fields such as network security and digital forensics<br/><br/><br/>- Learn from staff who have worked as intelligence analysts, investigators and police officers<br/><br/><br/>- Enhance your career prospects by building a professional network in the UK and Australia during your course<br/><br/><br/>**Advantages of dual degrees**<br/>This course is a dual degree (also known as a double degree). When you complete the course successfully, youll have 2 degrees:<br/><br/><br/>- BSc (Hons) Counter Terrorism, Intelligence and Cybercrime from University of Portsmouth<br/><br/><br/>- BSc Cybercrime, Security and Intelligence from Edith Cowan University<br/><br/><br/>Dual degrees allow you to achieve 2 degrees in 3.5 or 4 years rather than 6 years. Youll benefit from a global education experience and the high-calibre teaching expertise, latest research and modern facilities at 2 universities. Youll also develop a more comprehensive knowledge of counter terrorism, intelligence and cybercrime than on a single degree and gain an understanding of different cultures, which helps you work more effectively with people from different backgrounds.<br/><br/>All of this helps you stand out in a competitive job market after you graduate. <br/><br/>**Careers and opportunities**<br/>Terrorism and cybercrime are among the biggest threats to international security. In the 18 years from 2000 to 2018, its estimated that terrorism has cost the world economy more than $800 billion and resulted in thousands of deaths. The economic cost of cybercrime is even higher, estimated at $1 trillion a year in 2020. <br/><br/>Graduates with the skills, knowledge and experience to identify and manage the threat posed by terrorists and cybercriminals are in high demand, in the UK and abroad. <br/><br/>What sectors can you work in with a Counter Terrorism, Intelligence and Cybercrime degree?<br/><br/>When you complete this course, youll be prepared for a career in specialised cybercrime and counter terrorism units in police, government agencies and private organisations.<br/><br/>The international perspective and additional knowledge you gain at an overseas university should give you a distinct advantage when progressing your career after the course.<br/><br/>You could work in areas such as:<br/><br/><br/>- counter terrorism<br/><br/><br/>- crime prevention<br/><br/><br/>- criminological research<br/><br/><br/>- intelligence analysis<br/><br/><br/>- digital investigations<br/><br/><br/>- security consultancy <br/><br/><br/>You could also work in the prison system or further your studies at postgraduate level.