Program Details
The online Master of Arts in Security Studies with a Homeland Defense concentration will help you understand global and national affairs and prepare for leadership roles in national security. The program equips you with invaluable skills such as preventing terrorist attacks, protecting critical infrastructure, and using technology in homeland security.
With this online homeland security degree, you will be prepared for careers with government agencies, defense contractors, and technology companies. Coursework will deepen your understanding of homeland security systems post-9/11, weapons of mass destruction, political violence trends worldwide, disaster response strategies, internet commerce, cybercrime, intelligence analysis, cybersecurity, and the role of science and technology in security. This multidisciplinary approach provides you with the knowledge and skills needed for various roles in the field of national security.
Learning Pace
Institution-PacedLearning Schedule
Asynchronous% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
University of Massachusetts-Lowell is accredited by:
New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent