Overview

The broad educational objective of the program is to develop thinkers, analysts, managers, and leaders who possess expertise in both theoretical frameworks and experiential dimensions of homeland security. The program will provide students with a strong knowledge base in the field as well as a toolbox of analytical and communication skills needed for careers in the field.

For greater convenience and ease of access, the program is offered online only.

The BA in Homeland Security Studies at Sam Houston State University is designed to provide graduates with the following marketable skills:

Think critically, conduct analysis, derive conclusions based on evidence, and communicate effectively.
Understand strategic policy-making to address homeland security challenges.
Understand the interagency environment, the legal frameworks, and the international context in which the homeland security enterprise operates.

Programme Structure

Modules included:

Police Systems & Practices

Criminal Investigation

Courts And Criminal Procedure

Emergency Management

Global Terrorism & Homeland Security

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-15 00:00:00
Starting 2024-05-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-05-15 00:00:00
Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-08-01 00:00:00

More details

International student applications should be completed and received no later than 90 days before the beginning of the initial semester

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

Legal Studies Criminal Justice View 56 other Bachelors in Legal Studies in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

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

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International

23610 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23610 USD per year during 48 months.
National

23610 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23610 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

11370 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11370 USD per year during 48 months.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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