Bachelor of Applied Science in Intelligence & Information Operations

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN Intelligence & Information Operations

Join the front lines of intelligence and cyber defense.

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$104K

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Offered at the University of Arizona's main campus and online, the Bachelor of Arts and Science Intelligence and Information Operations prepares you for a transformative future at the intersection of technology and society.

Students choose between one of four emphasis areas: Operational Intelligence, Information Warfare, Law Enforcement Intelligence and Signals Intelligence and Electronic Warfare. In the BAS IIO, you’ll gain the skills you need to open the door to a wide variety of careers in intelligence and information operations.

* Average salary for bachelor's in intelligence studies graduates according to ZipRecruiter, July 2025.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THE BAS IIO

  • Analyze the structure and functions of the US national security and intelligence communities, including law enforcement agencies.
  • Describe and analyze the fundamental components of strategic intelligence; national intelligence policy; the intelligence cycle; and intelligence collection.
  • Demonstrate mastery of the Core Intelligence Analytic Process; including: defining the problem; generating a hypothesis; determining information needs and gathering data; evaluating sources; testing and evaluating hypotheses; packaging and disseminating the product; and conducting peer review.
  • Identify and apply tactics, techniques, and procedures used to conduct and defend against Information Operation campaigns.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking strategies, including: reasoning, problem solving, analysis, and evaluation, through applied mathematics; analytic writing, application of research methods, and advanced briefing skills.
  • Apply advanced knowledge of the major theories and concepts of intelligence and information operations through an internship, capstone, or supervised research experience.
     

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Are you ready to join the front lines of intelligence and cyber defense?

Learn more about the Bachelor of Applied Science in Intelligence and Information Operations by contacting us at infosci-ugrad@arizona.edu or begin your application today:

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