Overview

The broad educational objective is to develop managers and leaders who possess expertise in both theoretical and experiential dimensions of security management. Graduates will be knowledgeable of pragmatic issues but will also operate on the cutting edge of strategic issues facing security in the future.

Learning outcomes

The face-to-face Homeland Security Studies program at Sam Houston State University is run as a cohort and enrollment is available in the Fall term only. Students may be admitted to the online program in the Fall, Spring or Summer terms.

The Master of Science in Homeland Security Studies is a unique program that provides a comprehensive security management program to individuals wanting to advance their knowledge, skills, and qualifications within the dynamic field of security. This specialized degree program will produce professionals who are best qualified to meet the intersecting demands of the criminal justice system and homeland security. The broad educational objective of the program is to graduate managers and leaders, individuals who will possess expertise in both theoretical and experiential dimensions of security management.

More information

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Foundations of Homeland Security

Res Meth-Homeland Security Studies
Unconventional Threats
Law and Ethics in Homeland Security
Critical Infrastructur Protection
Global Perspectives in Homeland Security
Information and Intelligence Management
Digital Forensics Investigation
Digital Security
Internship
Capstone

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2020-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2020-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Deadline passed, International
Starting 2021-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2020-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2020-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2021-05-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2021-05-15 00:00:00 , National

More details

Summer application deadline for international students - 01 February

Language

English

Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Terrorism & Security View 106 other Masters in Terrorism & Security in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.

IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).

6.5

Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the ApplyTexas.org Application (International) and pay the nonrefundable application fee of $75 in U.S. currency via MasterCard, American Express, VISA, Discover Card, money order or check drawn on a U.S. bank.
Submit official transcripts from all college coursework.
Submit the official credentials evaluation.
If transcripts are from a school outside of the U.S. the document must be translated and evaluated by a NACES accredited service or SDR Educational Consultants

Tuition Fee

International

20398 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the original amount of 10199 USD per semester and a duration of 12 months.
National

20398 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the original amount of 10199 USD per semester and a duration of 12 months.
In-State

10438 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the original amount of 5219 USD per semester and a duration of 12 months.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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