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Empowering Change. Advancing Careers.At Informa Connect Academy, we believe education is not just a personal journey - it’s a catalyst for global progress.As an organisation rooted in knowledge and driven by impact, we are proud to launch our Scholarship Programme. A transformative initiative designed to expand access to education, empower future leaders, and help shape a more inclusive and resilient maritime and security sector.This initiative is a reflection of our enduring commitment to social responsibility and the belief that talent, drive, and dedication - not financial means - should determine one’s opportunity to grow and lead.

The Course Catalogue contains approved versions of LJMU-validated programmes and modules delivered by LJMU and its collaborative partners. By default, the catalogue will display the version of the programme and module for the current academic year – other years may be selected. The LJMU academic year runs from 1st August to 31st July.

The modules are delivered online with videos, documents, and other online resources. Access is via internet browser with a reliable internet connection.Learners need to be online whilst studying the course as progress is reported back to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).

If you are a UK or EU national, or have UK ‘settled status’, have lived in the UK or the EU (or wider EEA) for the last 3 years, will be living on the UK on the first day of your course and haven’t been awarded a MSc, MA, MBA or PhD already, you may be eligible for a loan of up to £12,167 from the UK Government to study this course. Visit the UK Government site for information, download the PDF guide or call the Student Loan Company on +44 (0)30 0100 0031.You can enrol straight onto the Masters or you will be able to build up to the full Masters in future years if you enrol for the Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma first.The fees for this would be:PGCert to PGDip £3,250 / US$3,940PGCert to MSc £6,350 / US$7,940PGDip to MSc £3,250 / US$4,065The fees can be paid in GBP, US$ or €, with the Euro price being shown on the GBP invoice and charged at the exchange rate in force at the time of invoicing. When you apply to enrol on the course you will be asked to state the currency in which you wish to pay, which is not changeable once you make your selection. You will also be asked if you wish to pay the remainder of the course fee in a single payment or in instalments (details below).Course fees are UK VAT exempt.

Complete your MSc in 28 months. Establish yourself as an authority in Intelligence & Security, as well as opening up new career and employability options.Network with fellow students, tutors, and industry professionals and open doors to lucrative employment opportunities!Upon successful completion of the programme, one certificate will be issued by LJMU.

Complete this PGDip in 22 months and improve your job prospects and earning potential! If you are committed to your studies, have a long-term goal in mind, and are able to put in the required study time each week, this is your opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in Intelligence & Security.Upon successful completion of the programme, one certificate will be issued by LJMU.

Complete this PGCert in just 11 months. If you can't commit to an extensive period of study or are looking to upskill in a relatively short time frame, this is the perfect route!It's also a great opportunity to test the waters of postgraduate study without making a long-term commitment.Upon successful completion of the programme, one certificate will be issued by LJMU.

Join our LJMU course lecturers and many other experts across the field of security as this podcast from LCAPS brings in depth interviews with current academics on the issues currently in policing. These issues will be challenged and cover the hot topics that you really want to hear.

We are part of the Informa Connect division of Informa PLC, a FTSE 100 company with a network of Internationally respected brands that connect specialists through events, training, intelligence and scholarly publishing. Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections. When you visit us online at informaconnect.com, you’ll find it easier than ever to engaging content, insight and ideas to help you and your business. From upcoming events to training opportunities, from inspiring videos to expert articles.

Digital learning has been proven to be highly beneficial to a large variety of people.With courses being delivered at different levels, digital learning can meet the needs of a truly diverse student body. High competition for jobs means having additional training and education can be a real advantage, whether someone is in the market for a new career or simply wants to progress in their existing position.

Watch the fourth in our LJMU webinar series where our expert speakers will share practical tips and real-world examples to help you better understand some of the uncertainties impacting investigations. Unlocking the power of intelligence to navigate today's complex world.

The courses provide a critical view of threats from terrorism, organized crime, radicalization, and intelligence failures, while also assessing security strategies like horizon scanning.Students develop expertise in intelligence analysis, security studies, and criminology through reflection and analysis, focusing on important intelligence and security events of the late 20th and 21st centuries.The program emphasizes understanding and applying intelligence and analytical thinking to practical problems, examining current and emerging security issues, and evaluating potential solutions.

We are part of Informa, a global FTSE 100 business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets and more than 11,000 colleagues working in more than 30 countries.Informa Connect Academy builds on all the expertise that Informa Connect offers, responding to the needs and aspirations of students, industry professionals, and educational partners.Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge.

Accessible – 24/7 availability from wherever you have an internet connectionFlexible – take control of where, when, how and the rate at which you studyProfessional – industry leading course directors and tutorsNetwork – use our online tutorial forum to ask questions, discuss and share knowledge with tutors and like-minded professionals from around the worldCost-Effective – save money with no additional travel or accommodation costs

Across the globe, professionals with the potential to make a profound difference in their industries often face barriers to education. By offering scholarships, we aim to break down those barriers. Whether it’s advancing maritime safety, enhancing global security, or driving legal reform, our goal is to nurture individuals whose work will contribute to a safer, smarter, and more sustainable world.

Specialised learning that gives you deep sector expertiseOur portfolio of established learning brands include the International Faculty of Finance (IFF), Lloyd’s Maritime Academy, Pharmaceutical Training International (PTI) and Telecoms Academy. Each of these brands have been committed to provide career-enhancing learning delivered by the best practitioners for 20+ years.Because of our close links to industry, we understand the real challenges you and your peers are facing. Our unique approach to learning, which is rooted in industry research and knowledge, helps you advance and progress professionally as well as cultivate strong peer networks.

This is your opportunity to step forward - not just to advance your own career, but to play a role in shaping the future of your industry.We invite you to apply and become part of something bigger - a mission to create opportunity, foster leadership, and build a more equitable world through education.

This is a formal request letter to your manager seeking support for enrolment to this postgraduate security course. The letter outlines the professional benefits and strategic value of the course while initiating a discussion for securing company funding, highlighting how the program's comprehensive security training would enhance both your capabilities and the organisation's security practices for Q4 2025 and beyond.

Join our LJMU course lecturers and many other experts across the field of security as this podcast from LCAPS brings in depth interviews with current academics on the issues currently in policing. These issues will be challenged and cover the hot topics that you really want to hear.

Watch the fourth in our webinar series where our expert speakers shared practical tips and real-world examples to help you better understand some of the uncertainties impacting investigations. Unlocking the power of intelligence to navigate today's complex world.