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MSc - Master of Science
Shrivenham
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
Shrivenham
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Shrivenham
Part Time
SEP-25
3 years
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The course provides a detailed exposure to the context, issues and methods used to analyse the increasingly complex problems which are found in the defence environment and to support decision making.
Who is it for?
The course is suitable for both military and civilian personnel, including those from defence industry and government departments.
Why this course?
The course provides a detailed exposure to the context, issues and methods used to analyse the increasingly complex problems which are found in the defence environment and to support decision making. It exposes the types of analysis and allows practical experience of tools and methods which are used, ranging from judgemental analysis through mathematical techniques to models and simulations. The course includes judgemental elicitation and analysis techniques, mathematical analysis methods (including optimisation), war gaming and combat modelling, logistics modelling and simulation methods. The use and utility of all the methods are explored through practical exercises and studies.
On successful completion of the course you will:
Your career
The course equips you for appointments within the armed forces or government, or in the defence related activities of commercial organisations, or further research leading to a PhD.
Students can also exit with PGDip and PGCert awards.
A first or second class honours degree or equivalent in science, engineering or mathematics. Alternatively, a lesser qualification together with appropriate work experience may be acceptable.
Students living in
Domestic
£23,215 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£25,325 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£25,325 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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