Next Start Date: Online Master's in Security Studies, International Security Concentration
Gain the knowledge and capabilities you need to tackle the most challenging global security issues today with UMass Lowell's Master of Arts in Security Studies: International Security Concentration. This 10-course online program will develop your understanding of worldwide organized criminal and terrorist networks, along with the various policies, strategies and mechanisms that are used to combat these threats.
Studying the theoretical concepts and the context of various aspects of terrorism, counterterrorism and other national and international security topics will provide in-depth knowledge of diplomatic and defense tactics used to resolve global conflicts.
No GRE/MAT Required
Earn Your Master's Degree in as Little as 18 Months
Earn a Top-Ranked Master's for Under $20k
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Key Takeaways
Deepen your professional knowledge of a diverse range of topics, including:
- Patterns and trends of political violence, and different policies and strategies adopted by governments in response to terrorist threats
- U.S. and global efforts to limit access to weapons of mass destruction and prohibit their production, proliferation and use
- The threat that global trafficking poses to a nation's security, political stability, economic development and social fabric
- Major issues in cybersecurity including criminal and state-sponsored hacking; data, intellectual property, and identity theft; financial and personal data security; and cyberterrorism
- The design of hypothetical operational responses and contingency planning surrounding the disruption or containment of terrorist networks
Learn from a Leader in Terrorism and Security Studies Research
The Center for Terrorism and Security Studies (CTSS) was established in 2013 to bring together faculty from several colleges at UMass Lowell and other institutions and organizations in the Commonwealth. The CTSS collaborates on research projects addressing the evolution, convergence and complexity of domestic and foreign security challenges such as terrorism, cyber security, transnational crime and weapons of mass destruction.
Learn from CTSS faculty, staff and fellows who are internationally recognized experts in their respective fields, representing psychology, criminology, political science, education, philosophy and computer science disciplines.
Curriculum Outline
- Total Number of Courses: 10 (30 Credits)
Required Core Courses (5 Courses / 15 Credits)
- CRIM.5750 Contemporary Security Studies - Available Summer 2023!
- CRIM.5780 Intelligence Analysis Policy and Practice - Available Summer 2023!
- CRIM.6680 Scientific & Technological Dimensions of National Security - Available Summer 2023!
- CRIM.5910 Research Design - Available Summer 2023!
- CRIM.6990 Security Studies Capstone Research Paper - Available Summer 2023!
Concentration Elective Courses (Choose 5 Courses / 15 Credits)*
- CRIM.5720 Comparative Terrorism and Counterterrorism
- CRIM.6640 Weapons of Mass Destruction - Available Summer 2023!
- CRIM.6650 Global Trafficking and Criminal Networks
- CRIM.5900 Descriptive & Inferential Statistics - Available Summer 2023!
- CRIM.5730 Threat Assessment and Risk Management
- CRIM.6580 Issues in Computer Crime and Cyber Security
- CRIM.6660 Terrorism Networks
*Note: Additional elective courses may be available on-campus for students who are interested in taking a mix of on-campus and online courses. Call 978-934-4106 or send an email to CJGradAdvisor@uml.edu for more information.
Course Descriptions
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Program Requirements
To be recommended for a University of Massachusetts Lowell master's degree, candidates must satisfy all of the general requirements below, plus any additional requirements that may be required by the department through which the program is offered. Any additional requirements for this program are either listed below or may be found in the University's Graduate Program Catalog.
General Requirements:
- Students must complete the program of study designed by the Department in which they are enrolled and approved by the University.
- Satisfactory grades in all subjects offered for the degree must be earned. See Academic Standing.
- All financial obligations, including tuition, fees and expenses, must be satisfied as evidenced by completion.
- Upon completion of all their courses, graduate degree candidates must submit a signed Declaration of Intent to Graduate (DIG) form to their coordinator. The coordinator will apply them in SIS, Graduation Tracking.
Graduate Program Policies
In applying for a degree program or registering for courses, each student assumes full responsibility for knowledge of and compliance with the definitions, regulations and procedures of UMass Lowell as set forth on our website. For additional information, please refer to the Graduate Program Policies found within the UMass Lowell Graduate Catalog.
Tuition & Fees
Tuition at UMass Lowell is typically half the cost of private colleges, and our online tuition is among the lowest in the nation. Tuition for online programs offered through the Division of Graduate, Online & Professional Studies is the same whether you live in-state, out-of-state or outside of the U.S.
Summer 2023 Tuition |
Cost Per Credit | Cost Per 3-Credit Course* |
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Graduate |
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| Online† | $585 | $1,755 |
| Online Business** | $655 | $1,965 |
| Online IT and Engineering*** | $600 | $1,800 |
| Online Education | $470 | $1,410 |
| Online Education for Ed.D. and Ph.D.† | $495 | $1,485 |
| On Campus | View Here | View Here |
Additional Costs |
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|---|---|
| Term Registration Fee | $30 |
| Late Fee | $50 |
| Graduate Degree and Certificate Application | $50 |
Please note: Tuition and fees are subject to change.
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Applying into the Security Studies: International Security Concentration Program
Applications to the Graduate Program in Security Studies are accepted and processed year-round. Students accepted into the program can begin their courses in the Fall, Spring or Summer terms. To be considered for admission to this program, applicants must have earned an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution of higher education, with a final cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. A wide variety of undergraduate degree programs qualify as an appropriate foundation for this master's degree, particularly those in the behavioral and social sciences such as political science, sociology, criminal justice, psychology, history, international relations, and many others.
All applicants must submit the following:
- A completed application
- Official transcripts
- A statement of purpose
- Letters of recommendation (2)
- No GRE or MAT required.
- International students: Submit your official test results from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam. See Graduate Admissions International Graduate Application Requirements page for additional details.
- F1 student visas are not issued for this program since it is offered exclusively online.
Graduate Program Admissions Requirements
Admission to all graduate programs at UMass Lowell is contingent upon successful completion of a bachelor's degree. In many cases, applicants may register for a course before formally applying to the program; however, students requiring financial aid may want to wait until they have been formally accepted into the program to ensure that their course(s) will be covered. Contact UMass Lowell's Office of Graduate Admissions if you have questions about the application process.
Questions Regarding Your Graduate Application?
Email Graduate_Admissions@uml.edu or call 800-656-4723 (for U.S. students) or 978-934-2390 (for international students).
For General Assistance:
For general questions about registering for courses or to find out who the advisor is for your graduate program, call 800-480-3190. Our admissions and advising teams are here to help!
