Overview
Homeland Security from Wilmington University plays an ever-growing role in the protection and operation of our government, businesses, and lives. This fast-paced and constantly changing field has grown to encompass much more than simply "security." Military and law enforcement agencies come together with other disciplines such as risk management, public safety, and information security to protect the human, financial and physical resources that define our way of life. With a Wilmington University homeland security degree, you'll learn the skills needed to make an impact -- and you'll do it in a way that fits your life.
Learning outcomes
The Master of Science in Homeland Security is a dynamic program designed to prepare present and future leaders in the field of homeland security to address the problems and issues confronting their agencies and organizations. The Homeland Security program offers concentrations in Safety and Security, Organizational Leadership, and Information Assurance, addressing the need for graduate-level exposure to current topics in homeland security for leaders and those preparing to be leaders in the field. The program provides the theoretical, methodological, and practical knowledge needed to pursue a degree beyond the master’s level. The degree has been developed in close consultation with the professional practitioners in the field and weaves the themes of scholarship, professional experience, ethics, and technology into the courses to meet the goals and objectives of the program. The Homeland Security degree is offered entirely online, providing working professionals, information assurance specialists, law enforcement and military personnel the flexibility to complete their degrees without compromising their professional and personal schedules.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Contemporary Issues in Homeland Security
- Sociology of Terrorism
- Legal Aspects and Policy of Homeland Security
- Risk Assessment and Management
- Research
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Sociology Terrorism & Security View 133 other Masters in Sociology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Wilmington University Application for Admission
$35 non-refundable application fee
Copy of Permanent Resident Card
Official Transcripts from United States institutions
Tuition Fee
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International
9289 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 563 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
8448 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 512 USD per credit during 24 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.