About Course

This course provides foundational training in Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) for security and information professionals. Participants learn to identify, verify, analyze, and report on publicly available information using established tools and methodologies, supported by practical, scenario-based exercises. The programme also promotes a standardized framework for consistent OSINT practice across institutions.

Accredited by the MFHEA             Qualification Type: Award

Accreditation Category: Further Education Course / Programme

Licensed by MFHEA | Licence No.: 2021-016

ECTS: 1                                               Duration: 4 days

MQF/EQF level: 4

Mode of delivery/attendance: Face-to-face

Hours of total learning: 25 hours (Contact: 20 hours/Self-study: 3 hours/Assessment: 2 hours)

Language of instruction: English

Address: MCP Med TI Licensed Premises.

Modes of teaching

  • Lecture
  • Visual aids, props, and equipment
  • Plenary discussions
  • Verbal and written quizzes
  • Practical exercises
  • Written reference material
  • Recorded and live demonstrations
  • Case studies and role plays
  • Self-paced self-study

Assessment

10% Practical Application: 30% / Final Examination: 60% / Pass rate: 60/100

Additional Information:

  • Intake Dates: No fixed intake dates. This programme is delivered on request and scheduled in cooperation with partner institutions and national authorities. Please contact mcpmedti@icmpd.org for information on upcoming deliveries.
  • Programme Fees: There are no standard tuition fees. Participation is free of charge for nominated participants from eligible public institutions, in accordance with the applicable agreements and communications with MCP Med TI. For further information, please contact mcpmedti@icmpd.org.
  • Registration Method: Registration is not open to the general public. Participants are nominated by partner institutions or competent national authorities. Organisations interested in delivering this programme may contact mcpmedti@icmpd.org.

Visa Requirements:

Third-country nationals attending this programme in Malta should consult Identity Malta for visa requirements: https://www.identitymalta.com/unit/central-visa-unit/

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand fundamental OSINT concepts, terminology, tools and techniques.
  • Communicate the characteristics and limitations of OSINT activities.
  • Describe the concept of OSINT.
  • Identify various types of information and open sources relevant to OSINT.
  • Develop guided analytical and research skills to apply OSINT techniques effectively in structured scenarios.
  • Manage the quality and quantity of work of self and others under quality assured structures with responsibility and autonomy.
  • Identify, assess, and organise open-source information proficiently in familiar or guided contexts.

Course Content

Day 1

  • Introduction
  • OSINT and its potential impact on fundamental rights
  • Internet security and anonymity
  • Search engines
  • Evaluation Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

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