Bachelor of Science in National Security Studies
Jersey City, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2024
TUITION FEES
USD 423 / per credit *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* part time in-state tuition per credit is $422.60; part time out-of-state tuition per credit is $760.95; full time in-state tuition is $6,338.45; full time out-of-state tuition is $ 11,413.90
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Introduction
NJCU’s nationally acclaimed National Security Studies Program offers the only Bachelor of Science degree of its kind in New Jersey and is one of only a few departments in the country with certificates of academic excellence from the National Security Agency (NSA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI).
Our program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of national, corporate, and cybersecurity theories and practices, and prepares our graduates to operate on an entry or supervisory level within law enforcement, national security, and business environments. With the flexibility built into this innovative program, students can pursue a dual major or minor in a number of areas such as business, computer science, chemistry, languages, and military science (ROTC).
Additional study may include cybersecurity certification from the NSA and DHS, intelligence projects and paid internships, a Master's Degree in National Security Studies, or a Doctorate in Civil Security Leadership, Management & Policy.
Requirements
Required Courses*
| Introduction to Security | 3 |
| Security Systems & Design | 3 |
| Careers in Professional Security Studies 1 | 3 |
| Current Security Problems | 3 |
| Computer Security I | 3 |
| Security Organization & Administration | 3 |
| Seminar on National Security | 3 |
| Risk Management | 3 |
| Research Methods in Professional Security Studies | 3 |
Restricted Electives
Select 12 credits from the following courses:2
| Loss Prevention Technique | 3 |
| Occupational Safety and Health | 3 |
| Careers in Professional Security Studies | 3 |
| Introduction to International Security | 3 |
| Introduction to Intelligence | 3 |
| Crime Scene Investigation | 3 |
| Behavioral Analysis and Criminal Profiling | 3 |
| Contemporary International Security Topics | 3 |
| Ethics in National Security | 3 |
| Critical Thinking and Problem Solving for Professionals | 3 |
| Security Communication | 3 |
| Special Topics in Professional Security Studies | 3 |
| U.S. Security Interests in East Asia | 3 |
| Intro to Computer and Network Security | 3 |
| Forensic Investigations | 3 |
| Bloodstain Pattern Analysis | 3 |
| Big Data in U.S. National Security | 3 |
| Computer Security II | 3 |
| Security Fraud | 3 |
| Public Speaking for Professionals | 3 |
| Ethical Hacking I | 3 |
| Computer Forensics I | 3 |
| Intelligence Analysis | 3 |
| Policy Development for the Security Professional | 3 |
| Extremist Groups and Security | 3 |
| Intrusion Detection and Prevention | 3 |
| Computer Security III | 3 |
| Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator | 3 |
| Resource Management in Security | 3 |
| Special Topics: Intelligence Analysis and National Security | 3 |
| Special Topics: National Security Policy | 3 |
| Special Topics: Executive Communications for National Security | 3 |
| Special Topics: Domestic Terrorism | 3 |
| Special Topics: Extremist Groups | 3 |
| Special Topics: Critical Thinking | 3 |
| Special Topics: Security Fraud | 3 |
| Spanish I in Law Enforcement | 3 |
*Students are required to earn a grade of C or higher in each required course.
1 Capstone Project: All students participating in the BS/NSS program will be required to complete SECU 154-Careers in Professional Security. A student will be required to develop a personal portfolio and create a final paper specific to a national security issue.
2 Electives - Select 12 credits of approved electives in National Security Studies and earn a grade of C or higher in each course. Electives may be taken in other departments (e.g. Fire Science, Computer Science, Criminal Justice) with written approval from the National Security Studies Chair. SECU 154 may not count as both a capstone course and an elective.
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Program Outcome
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the National Security Studies BS program, students will be able to:
- Perform academic research utilizing properly established methods.
- Understand the importance of policy in the creation and implementation of national security initiatives.
- Exhibit strong written and oral communication skills.
- Apply security management and operational skills to government, non-government, and private organizations.
- Apply academic perspectives in national security strategies dealing with crime, terrorism, and cyber-attacks in a democratic society.
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