Ben Collins

182b Stockwell Road

Brixton
London
SW9 9TF
Mobile: 07715564876
Email: benjamin.collins@kcl.ac.uk
SUMMARY:

From completing my degree in War Studies, I have developed my interest and

skills to develop my future career plans on through studies in British
intelligence, terrorism/counter-terrorism and the evolution of insurgency.
Through the perpetuation and refinement of my analytical and assessment
capabilities I can demonstrate enthusiasm, determination and adaptability.

OBJECTIVE:

To obtain a position which will utilise my analytical, research and critical

reasoning skills in a practical environment in order to make a genuine and
positive impact on public and defence policy decision-making.

SKILLS:

EDUCATION:
2010-2011

Individual and group project management experience, able to work

efficiently in either role.

Proficient in computer use, construction and maintenance, familiar with

word processing and presentation software.

Ability to learn and apply new information quickly and efficiently

Imaginative and able to develop new ideas effectively

MA Terrorism, Security and Society, King's College London

By the conclusion of the course I will have gained/improved the following
skills:

Increased knowledge and analytical ability in the fields of intelligence,

terrorism, counter-terrorism and the development of insurgencies in the
modern world including understanding of motivations, methodologies
and the current state counter-terrorism strategies.

Refined and improved research and project management skills, writing a

substantial Master's thesis within strict deadlines, requiring advanced
self-motivation, organisation and initiative.

Further improved group and teamwork skills and capabilities through

large-scale group research exercises

Developed my abilities to collaborate in working with others,

demonstrating (and requiring) flexibility and adaptability to produce
analytical content on varying topics on a regularly changing timetable.

2005-2010

BA(Hons) 2:1 War Studies, University of Wolverhampton

Relevant skills gained:

A critical understanding of contemporary and historical issues

surrounding the conduct, politics and other issues of warfare and conflict,
both conventional and in terms of modern insurgency and terrorism.

Research and project management, ensuring several lengthy solo and

group projects were researched and written ahead of time in order to
allow smaller essays and projects sufficient attention and focus.

Team organisation and motivational skills gained through the preparation

and delivery of presentations and group seminar work. Through this I
have developed the ability to adapt to rapid and frequently changing foci
and requirements in a team-based environment.

2002-2005

New College, Swindon, Wiltshire

3 A Levels; 20th Century History B, Psychology C, Music Technology D

1997-2002

Pewsey Vale School, Wiltshire

9.5 GCSE's at grade A-C, including History A

WORK EXPERIENCE
10/2004 02/2005 GAME Ltd, Christmas temporary staff
06/2003 08/2004 Waitrose Fresh meat/fish counter staff, part-time work in term time
Relevant transferable skills/experience:
Negotiated tactfully and firmly with difficult customers.
Maintained integrity under pressure and developed professional stamina.
Learnt to cope with demanding tasks for long periods with unsocial
hours.
Maintained accurate documentation for accounting purposes.
Product organisation and presentation
Consulting with customers, making purchase advice and suggestions
INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES
I worked on a joint project between the University of Wolverhampton and RAF Museum Cosford to
expand their Cold War exhibition's material on spying and espionage during the summer of 2009. I
liaised with former military personnel and laid the groundwork for guest talks and events that would
be held in the museum.
Whilst this project did not reach fruition for various personal and structural reasons, I have
continued to read into the subject for my own edification and expansion of knowledge. This was an
invaluable asset for my academic studying of similar areas at both undergraduate and postgraduate
levels, as well as further experience of liaising and co-ordinating with multiple contacts, both on the
organisational and individual levels.
I am a member of the King's College Men's Fencing team and the King's College Rifle and Pistol
Club, and was a member of the University of Wolverhampton Fencing team for several years.
REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST