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College of Humanities and Social Sciences | Department of History, Political Science
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Master of Arts in National Security Studies — ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç Online
Average Time to Complete Degree: 2 to 3 years (part-time, depending on course load)
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Become an Expert in the Rapidly Changing Field of National Security
National security experts protect citizens and government officials from a broad range
of threats — including foreign, domestic, physical and cybersecurity threats. When
you earn a Master of Arts in National Security Studies from ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç, you’ll
have the specialized training and research experience to be an innovative and critical
thinker who can adapt to the ever-evolving landscape of national security.
Our program covers the top issues of national security by providing an overview of
the actors, contexts, institutions, methods and ethics of national security decision-making,
while helping you learn how to conduct research in the field to improve it at a systemic
level.
We’ve created an accessible and affordable master’s in National Security program that
lets you earn your degree through convenient ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç Online courses, so
you won’t have to choose between professional, personal and educational time to earn
your degree and advance your career. We also participate in the U.S. Department of
Veterans Affairs’ Yellow Ribbon Program for GI education, which helps military students
avoid out-of-pocket tuition and fees that may exceed their tuition benefits.
Choose ɫɫ¸£ÀûÉç for Your Master's in National Security
Get Real-World Experience
Prepare for national security jobs through experiential learning in a capstone project
or thesis focused on the issues of national security that most interest you. We also
encourage you to seek out internships and engage in fieldwork as part of your national
security degree.
Work With Experienced Faculty Mentors
Thanks to the small classes in our master’s in National Security degree program, you’ll
enjoy a quality educational experience working with established scholars and practitioners
specializing in a wide range of issues of national security.
Customize Your Curriculum
To help you prepare for your ideal national security job, you’ll concentrate your
master’s in National Security in one of three areas:
International and Regional Security
Cybersecurity
Criminal Justice
Explore the Program
Master of Arts in National Security Studies
Find out more about the overall national security program curriculum, electives, learning
outcomes and more.
What Can You Do With a Graduate National Security Studies Degree?
Our National Security Studies degree gives you the essential skills, research experience
and fieldwork opportunities to prepare you for addressing many of the most pressing
issues of national security in the United States.
The skills in research, analysis and threat identification will help set you apart
from other candidates as you apply for national security jobs across the country and
globe. Roles you could qualify for include: