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BA (Hons) Security and Resilience Management

TARIFF: 88 - 112
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  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Location: Distance Learning
  • Duration: Three Years
  • Start Date: September 2024

Our BA (Hons) Security and Resilience Management is ideal for those who have already have experience working in this area, or are looking to make the move into it, to gain a solid knowledge base to apply to the workplace.

We have strong connections to the security industry and our specialist academics have all had military, police service or commercial experience, and continue to practise today.

This programme is eligible for funding under the UK Ministry of Defence Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) scheme – our ELCAS number is 1682

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Why study this subject?

A degree in security and resilience will help you develop the specialist knowledge required to excel in this growing industry. The two go hand-in-hand and are inextricably linked and the recent global pandemic and the impact of geo-political instability has tested the resilience of both public and private sector industries.

In addition to learning from our industry-experienced staff you will have the opportunity to access experts currently working in the field to bolster your understanding and professional network.

This programme is designed to provide prospective and practicing security and resilience consultants with a range of skills and to develop their knowledge in order to be able to operate with skill and confidence within the security and resilience sector.

If you already have experience and skills in security and resilience consultancy or are in general management and looking to add academic recognition to your experience and professional qualifications, then this degree would be the perfect solution.

There is also great flexibility in studying this course with our students coming from not just the UK, but all around the world.

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Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?

If you’re looking to move into or progress in your career in security and resilience, our distance-learning degree provides a compelling route.

Throughout the course, you will learn from skilled lecturers within the School of Aviation and Security who have a high level of working knowledge based on industry experience. Our tutors will give you the practical, managerial and intellectual skills that will help you to build your security knowledge.

We offer a supportive and flexible environment in which to develop and graduate confident in your ability to succeed in the workplace. We utilise our online platform, Virtual Learning Environment meaning that you’ll have a comprehensive student experience whilst learning remotely.

The University has strong links within the security sector and is a holder of the Silver Military Covenant Award. We recognise the value serving personnel (both regular and reservists), veterans, and military families contribute to our business and country. If you are a member of the Armed Forces, you may be able eligible to received funding for this programme under the UK Ministry of Defence Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) scheme – our ELCAS number is 1682.

As a BNU student, you will automatically become a member of Bucks Students’ Union giving you access to a wide range of services that we offer for free. Upon graduation, you will become a member of the University’s alumni community giving you access to a wide range of benefits throughout your lifetime.

Opportunity modules are a key part of the BNU curriculum. You’ll choose modules in your first year from a broad selection in areas such as sustainability, entrepreneurship, creativity, digital skills, personal growth, civic engagement, health and wellbeing and employment. Opportunity modules are designed to enable you to develop outside the traditional boundaries of your discipline and help you to further stand out from the crowd to future employers.

What will I study?

The course will provide a combination of studies of subject areas which will provide a solid educational basis for the security and resilience consultant to achieve results in a multi-disciplined and increasingly technical discipline.

There are many skills required of an adept and effective security and resilience consultant, who may be responsible for providing security advice, management of risks and provide solutions to make an organisation resilient to withstand disruption, irrespective of the cause of the incident or crisis.

The programme aims to provide you with an academically rigorous, relevant and current industry-related programme which will allow you to provide business-orientated security and resilience consultancy based upon knowledge, best practice and regulatory guidance.

You’ll learn to:

  • Discuss global contemporary issues relating to security management, resilience and consultancy
  • Demonstrate critical consideration of key concepts, issues and theories related to the development, management and marketing of security and resilience businesses
  • Develop an awareness of how political and cultural values - including your own - have an impact on responses to and rival interpretations of security and related subjects
  • Demonstrate competence in locating, retrieving, managing and analysing appropriate secondary data and evidence.
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How will I be taught and assessed?

Designed as a distance learning programme, you can study this course alongside your work or other commitments.

You will receive lectures and study materials online supported by our Virtual Learning Environment, as well as being able to interact with your tutors online and discussion boards. We also provide off campus access to library services, so you can borrow books from the virtual library and access peer reviewed journals as well as access to wider material via our interlibrary loan service.

Teaching on this programme includes some combination of: -

  • Lectures
  • seminars
  • work-based learning
  • employer or organisation-based case studies
  • live or ‘real world’ projects
  • guided learning
  • discussion groups
  • virtual forums

You will be assessed by a variety of methods, including:

  • coursework
  • presentations
  • learning journals
  • dissertation
  • projects.
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BA (Hons) Security and Resilience Management Programme Specification

What are the course entry requirements?

A typical offer will require a UCAS tariff score of: 88 - 112

UCAS points can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education course in a relevant subject. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application.

If you do not meet the entry requirements you may, if you have relevant professional experience, still be invited for interview, where you will be required to demonstrate the necessary knowledge and understanding for entry onto the course.

Previous study, professional and / or vocational experiences may be recognised as the equivalent learning experience and permit exemption from studying certain modules in accordance with our accreditation of prior learning (APL) process.

As the programme uses ICT resources to deliver and assess the course, students should be competent in the use of applications such as Windows and MS Office.

If your first language is not English, we will require evidence of English language proficiency to IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. For further details of our international English entry requirements, please visit our international pages.

 

This provides a guide of the modules that make up your course. You can find more information about how your course is structured on our Academic Advice section.

This course has Opportunity modules.

Opportunity modules are a key part of the BNU curriculum. You’ll choose modules in your first year from a broad selection in areas such as sustainability, entrepreneurship, creativity, digital skills, personal growth, civic engagement, health & wellbeing and employment. Opportunity modules are designed to enable you to develop outside the traditional boundaries of your discipline and help you to further stand out from the crowd to future employers. Find out more.

Core Modules
Credits
This module given an understanding of the fundamental building block of all aspects of security management, the risk management cycle, and its practical application when conducting a security threat and risk assessment at the personal, organisational and societal levels. This includes identification of assets and their value to an organisation, gat...

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This module identifies the processes needed to address risk. In this module you’ll have the opportunity to build on the threat and risk assessment process and study the processes and functions of effective security management. You will gain a subject knowledge base which will continue to be developed in future modules.
This module will examine the threats from theft and leakage of sensitive information and will discuss the comparative protection afforded against these threats by the implementation of selected prevention methods. You will identify and apply cyber security to information security to counter this evolving threat source.
Examine business continuity as the key discipline that sits at the heart of building and improving the resilience of organisations. You’ll learn how to identify an organisation's priorities and prepare solutions to address disruptive threats. This understanding supports the design and implementation of plans to protect and continue operations.
This module focuses on raising awareness of security and resilience management through communication and encouraging buy-in from interested parties. You’ll learn about conducting training needs analysis to identify competencies and skill requirements. There will be a focus on how security and resilience align with organisational objectives.
Opportunity Modules

In addition, you must choose 2 x 10 credit Level 4 Opportunity modules from the Opportunity module catalogue.

Core Modules
Credits
This module is designed to provide an insight into the demands, role and expectations of an investigator and investigation caseload. It will enable you to formalise existing knowledge and provide a framework for conducting investigations in commercial contexts or in private client casework.
Organisations are vulnerable and exposed to threats from malicious or accidental events on a constant basis. You will learn how to manage the impacts of risks upon an organisation and its assets, how to plan and manage operational activities and respond to incidents whilst they are happening and beyond until full recovery has been achieved.
The aim of the module is to provide you with an introduction to research methods and the skills necessary for planning and conducting research and enquiry within their field of study, discipline or professional contexts.
During this module you’ll examine the Trait Approach, The Skills Approach, The Situational Approach through to the Transformational Theory. The wider crisis management team structure will also be examined to take account of emotional intelligence and organisational culture through discussion on attitudes, behaviour and values.
Optional Modules
Credits
The aim of this module is to examine and apply learning to security threats to crowded spaces, both permanent and temporary, from domestic and international perspectives. It’ll build on government advice and guidance and academic theories to enable you to apply best practice to the differing sectors where crowded spaces occur.
In this module, you will be introduced to new and emerging technologies and how they are impacting the delivery of security at the corporate and strategic (national) level. You will consider a variety of questions around technology and security to develop a working knowledge of the contemporary challenges facing a rapidly changing sector.
Core Modules
Credits
This module develops an understanding of strategic management within security industry contexts and strategic planning in different organisational and environmental situations. You’ll study the strategic risks and operational constraints encountered when working in multinational and multicultural environments.
You’ll study contemporary terrorism and how it affects the decisions made by security consultants and the advice they give to mitigate the threats and resulting risks. Explore the controversial aspects of this subject, right from the disputed concept of ‘terrorism’ to phrases such as ‘one man’s terrorism is another man freedom fighter’.
You'll study contemporary issues in corporate security, the impact these are having on the resilience of that organisation, and the potential national and global impact. You will explore contemporary challenges through discussion, group work and research and look at how risks are managed in organisations dealing with competing priorities.
This module will give you a thorough understanding of the fundamental topics needed to manage projects within a complex and ever-changing environment. You’ll develop a deeper understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management and gain the essential skills necessary to plan, monitor, control and deliver successful project...

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Optional Modules
Credits
You will prepare, develop and enhance your entrepreneurial capabilities. You’ll also work on an existing business idea or an embryonic enterprise within the security sector. This module has a business focus with consultancy skills and attitudes. It looks at widening your ideas about having your own business or working as an internal consultant
On this module, you will study the skills to undertake risk analysis in the business and national security contexts. You will gain an essential baseline to understand how to protect and progress an organisation in a physical and virtual space.

What are the tuition fees

Home
  • Home, Academic Year 2024 - 2025: £3,680 per year
International
  • Overseas/International, Academic Year 2024 - 2025: £3,680 per year

This programme is eligible for funding under the UK Ministry of Defence Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) scheme – our ELCAS number is 1682.

Additional course costs and financial support

Most courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees.
You could benefit from financial support through a bursary or scholarship during your time as a student. For more details visit our financial support, bursaries and scholarships section.

Questions about fees?

If you have any questions about the fees above, contact our Enquiries team by calling 0330 123 2023 or emailing advice@bnu.ac.uk.

What are my career prospects?

On successful completion of this award, you will find your employment prospects enhanced and their understanding of security and resilience management significantly deepened.

This course could help with promotion prospects within your current organisation or you could also take your specialist skills into the oil and gas sector or other extractive industries, work amongst the NGO community or realise an ambition to run your own consultancy.

Course leader

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