Clue partners with Brunel University to prepare the next generation of investigators

We’re proud to announce our collaboration with Brunel University of London in supporting their PGCert Criminal Intelligence Analysis – a pioneering course designed to equip future investigation professionals with the tools and skills needed to thrive in the intelligence and investigations space.

Led by Nadia Tuominen, an experienced intelligence professional with nearly two decades across policing, sports integrity, and financial crime, the PGCert is a nine-month, part-time distance learning programme aimed at graduates and practitioners operating – or aspiring to operate – within the criminal intelligence space.

“Clue gives us the ability to create more engaging and immersive learning experiences, bringing scenarios to life and helping students apply theory in a practical context,” says Nadia. “It’s also a great way to boost their employability by giving them hands-on experience with the kind of software used by real-world crime-fighting organisations.”

The course is designed to provide a systematic and critical understanding of criminal intelligence theory and research, while also building practical skills in analytical software, communication, and critical thinking. Scenario-based assessments reflect real-world challenges, helping students bridge the gap between the classroom and operational reality.

Real tools for real-world threats

As part of the course’s focus on realism and career readiness, students will gain hands-on experience with key tools used across law enforcement, financial crime, and public sector investigations. That includes industry-standard link analysis software, highly realistic synthetic data – and now, Clue’s investigation, intelligence, and case management system.

Through Clue, students explore critical concepts such as appropriate information management, legal and ethical frameworks, intelligence sharing, and professional accountability – all in a secure environment designed to replicate how real teams operate. 

It’s great to be working with Nadia and Brunel University on this important initiative,” says Thomas Drohan, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Clue. “We’re delighted to be playing a part in equipping the next generation of intelligence and investigation professionals with the tools to tackle real world harm.”

The PGCert supports flexible, remote learning to accommodate students’ existing commitments, and encourages strong independent study. It’s suited to both those entering the field for the first time and those already working in criminal intelligence roles., acting as evidence of willingness to work towards the Intelligence Professionalisation Programme (IPP) for the former, and an opportunity to reflect and apply new evidence-based approaches to analysis for the latter.

With Criminal Intelligence Analysis becoming ubiquitous as a profession, career pathways for students are wide ranging and may include law enforcement, regulatory bodies, financial sector organisations, sports integrity bodies, private investigations firms and beyond.

To learn more about the programme, visit Brunel University’s course page.