Overview

Key facts:

Students in this program will build a core understanding of critical issues informing the field of national security today, including the assessment and analysis of the threat of terrorism in the U.S. and beyond, and the analysis of intelligence collection. Students will also develop a deep understanding of the international context in which U.S. national security issues are shaped.

National Security Affairs is one of the fastest growing professions with positions open in the public sector in the federal, state and local governments and in the private sector. This program at Nova Southeastern University is designed both for professionals and those aspiring for careers in the field, as well as for students with a strong academic interest in security affairs and international relations.
The National Security Affairs and International Relations program is offered in entirely online format and in hybrid format. Students selecting the hybrid format would take a combination of courses at the Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus and online. A minimum of one campus-based course is offered each semester

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Current Issues in National Security
National Intelligence Collection and Analysis: Theory and Practice
Border Protection and Military Issue
Research and Evaluation in National Security Affairs
US Foreign Policy and National Security
Ethical Issues in National Security
International Relations: Theory and Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-18 00:00:00
Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-19 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

a completed Nova Southeastern University (NSU) application form along with a $50, nonrefundable application fee
two academic or professional letters of recommendation written within the past six months
a resume or curriculum vitae
a writing sample. This can be an academic paper, submitted journal writing, or a piece of professional writing (There is not a specific length requirement for this sample.)
an admissions essay - please briefly (500-1000 words) explain why you are interested in the Master of Science in National Security Affairs and International Relations program
official transcripts sent directly from all previously attended undergraduate, professional, and graduate institutions
proof of all coursework from international institution(s)

Tuition Fee

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International

30348 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 843 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

30348 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 843 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

30348 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 843 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Davie

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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