Defense and Security (Leadership and Management)
Postgraduate Certificate / Master's Degree
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€ 499
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€ 99
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ABOUT
Studying master of Defense and Security (Leadership and Management) at Cranfield University in the United Kingdom:
The Master of Defense and Security is designed to be suitable for many learners. This course attracts new graduates who are looking to advance at the master’s level, but also attracts mid-career individuals who are looking to improve their skills and get better job positions. Students will be prepared to face present and emerging defense and security requirements. They will be able to identify emerging trends and respond appropriately to them. Cranfield is known for its closeness to business. We have industrial engagement in a number of ways, so we have industry advisory boards for most of our programs in order to understand the needs of the industry and make sure we tailor our programs to them. With the defense and security program, learners will have the opportunity to interact directly with our industry partners and benefit from their experiences. The training is highly flexible and will be led by leading Cranfield experts as well as foreign industry and defense speakers. Students will be able to meet their needs throughout their job as well as the various demands of employers. The course is made up of five compulsory and many selected modules. The compulsory modules focus on some wider skills, leadership, and decision-making. The elective modules include a combination of workshops, teamwork, and face-to-face lectures using Cranfield facilities. The provided modules may be modified or canceled due to research advances, changes in rules or for various other reasons. Course delivery is through a combination of mixed, face-to-face or online training with different evaluations including presentations, portfolios, articles and teamwork.
Course modules:
- Induction: The aim is to introduce everything that students are expected to learn at Cranfield, so it provides them with all the information they need.
- Introduction to Defense and Security: This module presents the content and implication of defense and security disciplines.
- Decision Analysis and Support: Students will learn how to deal with difficult problems by applying various techniques.
- Leadership and Management: The aim is to evaluate the theories of management and leadership.
- Stakeholder Management and Organizational Behaviour: The aim is to manage and evaluate the impact of individuals on the success of organizations.
- Research Methods (MSc route only): The aim is to provide important concepts and skills for producing publishable investigation.
- Thesis (MSc route only): The aim is to manage a self-directed research using the developed techniques, principles and methods taught during this course for a real world problem.
Admission requirements of master degree in Defense and Security (Leadership and Management):
The course offers three degrees: MSc, MSc (Capstone), and PgDip. Students can enter the course to take any of these qualifications, which are held only part-time. Successful completion of MSc takes three years and PgDip two years.
To study the field, students need a first or second class UK honours (or equivalent) in an appropriate discipline (usually science or management related). Candidates with lesser qualifications but with significant relevant work experience may be accepted.
Shrivenham Security clearance
Some courses of the Cranfield are offered at the British Defense Academy, so applicants must complete the BPSS or have a security clearance up to this level or higher before enrolling in the course.
Tuition fees:
MSc Part-time: £25,750
PgDip Part-time: £19,575
MSc Capstone Part-time: £10,300
Language requirements of master degree in Defense and Security (Leadership and Management):
IELTS: 7.0 overall and 5.5 in all skill components
TOEFL: 100 total and minimum skill component scores of 18 reading, 17 listening, 20 speaking and 17 writing
Pearson PTE: 68 overall and 59 in all skill components
Cambridge Assessment English: Cambridge English Scale score of 190 overall and 160 in all skill components.
Trinity College London: Overall Pass outcome.
Language Cert: Pass overall and 33 in all skill components.
* You can apply for one of the Cranfield’s EAP courses, if you do not meet expectations of the English language arrival.
The expiration date for the exams is only two years of the course start date. Combination of scores in two or more tests is not accepted, all elements of test results must be shown in one test. All test scores are checked with test providers.
Other living expenses needed for studying master of Defense and Security (Leadership and Management):
Single student:
- Accommodation: £500-£1000/Month
- Food: £260-£325/Month
- Travel: £40-£50/Month
- General expenses*: £150-£200/Month
Couples and families:
Accommodation:
- Couple: £2,500
- Couple with one child: £2,700
- Couple with two children: £3,000
- Couple with three children: £3,200
Additional guidance:
- Food: £70-£80/weakly per one person
- Clothing and laundry:
Weekly launderette for one person: £5-£8
Winter clothing estimate for one person: £350-£450
- Television: £159/year
University Deadlines:
There is no set time for applying to study in this field. Hence, applicants can apply any time. If accepted, they will be able to study in the next semester.
Start date: April and September
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accommodation
The School of Water, Energy and Environment, the School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing, and the School of Management are located on the Cranfield Campus, as well as many industrial-scale facilities for research.
There are many facilities on Cranfield Campus, including: student accommodation options, two hotels with full accommodation and conference and banqueting facilities, sports and recreation facilities, and a private airport. Cranfield Campus sports facilities include several tennis courts sports pitches, playing fields, an aerobics stadium, and a fitness center.
Students admitted to a full-time course can apply for on-campus accommodation. They will also be able to find private housing off campus in nearby areas. Cranfield Campus has 1,466 single rooms, 75 studio apartments for couples, and 97 family homes including two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and four-bedroom houses. All dormitories have Wi-Fi internet connection. All students will benefit from Endsleigh insurance, which covers the risks that may occur while living in student accommodation.
Cranfield University provides many opportunities for students to participate in a various range of societies and clubs, such as the Musicians Society, Astronomical Society, and Basketball Club. The Cranfield Student Association is managed by a team of selected students. It is also supported by a small team of staff. Its purpose is to promote student welfare and to organize cultural, social, and sporting activities.
Cranfield has a wealthy collection of library resources and services to support students’ academic work. This collection has nearly 200 academic and leading commercial databases which provide access to in-depth application topics and current information related to the subject under study. It also has more than 22,000 e-journals, as well as core collections of reports, magazines, books, and a range of current awareness services.
Cranfield provides support, services and systems, whether industry-leading software and high-performance computing capabilities or network access. It offers a high-speed, wireless network to provide students with the opportunity to access a wealth of online services. Cranfield IT services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on and off campus, and gives students access anytime, anywhere.
After Graduation
Students will benefit from Cranfield Career Development Services, which have a variety of aspects and functions, from providing 1: 1 coaching to connecting with employers. Students will have access to some key resources before entering the university to prepare their resume for the recruitment season. Upon arrival they will be able to join workshops to create their own professional profile and start applying for vacancies. During the year, Cranfield organizes events, careers fairs, and client presentations to present job opportunities and networking, where students attend interviews and negotiate proposals.
From 1 July 2021, the British Government has launched a new route for international graduates to increase their employment opportunities in the UK. This route welcomes all international students who have successfully completed their course at Cranfield. This visa allows MSc graduates for two years and doctoral graduates for three years to work or search in any position or job they wish and it can be converted to a skilled work visa after finding a job in