Security Studies Minor

This minor allows students to explore theoretical and practical applications of security in the public and private sector. Topics include security foundations, intelligence, terrorism, homeland security, and transnational organized crime.

Academic Policies and Requirements for Minors:

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Hours to Minor: 18 hours

Course Requirements (18 hours)

SEC 200 - Introduction to Security Studies 3 hrs.
SEC 301 - Homeland Security 3 hrs.
SEC 310 - Intelligence Institutions, Operations, and Analysis 3 hrs.
SEC 401 - Practical Applications of Security 3 hrs.

Select 2 courses:

CJ 377 - Introduction to Terrorism 3 hrs.
CJ 472 - Transnational and Organized Crime 3 hrs.
CSC 309 - Cyber Law and Ethics 3 hrs.
GHY 217 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems 3 hrs.
IDS 460 - Designing Solutions for Defense 3 hrs.
ITC 242 - Cybersecurity Principles 3 hrs.
ITC 341 - Information Assurance and Security 3 hrs.
ITC 382 - Cybersecurity Risk Management 3 hrs.
REL 350 - Religion and Violence 3 hrs.
SEC 480 - Seminar in Security Studies 3 hrs.
SM 400 - Sport Security 3 hrs.