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
- Part-time
- 12 months
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Credits
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Disciplines
International Law Terrorism & Security View 164 other Masters in Terrorism & Security in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
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
29304 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 814 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
29304 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 814 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Davie
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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