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Homeland Security, Bachelor of Science
The Homeland Security Program focuses on the protection of the nation’s critical infrastructure and populace from terrorism, criminal acts, and natural disasters.
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The Homeland Security Program at St. John’s University focuses on the protection of the nation’s critical infrastructure and populace from terrorism, criminal acts, and natural disasters. With the majority of this infrastructure (energy, transportation, telecommunications, agriculture, etc.) controlled by private industries, an unparalleled working relationship has developed between various levels of government, the private sector, and international partners. The Homeland Security Program explores these vital partnerships and provides students with a solution-oriented understanding of the multifaceted issues in the homeland security field.
The Homeland Security Students Association at St. John’s University bridges academic studies with real-world opportunities by sponsoring an array of interesting events and providing unique resources for all students interested in the homeland security field. From dynamic guest presentations to memorable educational excursions, the Homeland Security Students Association is a vital part of the educational experience at St. John’s University.
- Degree Type
- BS
- Area of Interest
- Law, Policy & Government
- Associated Colleges or Schools
- Program Location
- Queens Campus
- Required Credit Hours
- 120
Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science degree in Homeland Security is designed to provide a professional dimension for the managerial and technological phases of homeland and organizational security. Students cover a diverse curriculum, including topics such as terrorism, asset and facility protection, intelligence and investigation, issues in global security, and border protection.
Students will be able to concentrate in one of these four tracks:
- Organizational Security
- Emergency Management
- Intelligence
- National Security
To obtain this degree, 120 credits must be completed. A minor in Homeland Security is also available.
Admission
For more information about admission to this and other acclaimed undergraduate programs at St. John’s University, please visit Undergraduate Admission online. Or contact us directly at the campus of your choice:
Admission Office - Queens Campus
718-990-2000
[email protected]
Admission Office - Staten Island campus
718-390-4500
[email protected]
Internships
Internships in the Homeland Security Program provide outstanding opportunities for students to apply academic content in a practical, real-world environment. Eligible juniors and seniors may earn three to six credits interning in various governmental security agencies and some of the most dynamic corporate security organizations in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area. Students receive valuable experience while making important industry contacts, which may lead to future career opportunities.
Career Opportunities
The homeland security field has been one of the fastest-growing industries in recent years. Government and corporate-sector employers are turning to qualified security professionals to protect valuable resources, combat losses, and mitigate hazardous threats. You can prepare for an exciting career in this field through this Bachelor of Science degree program at St. John’s University. Offered through The Collins College of Professional Studies, the Homeland Security Program prepares students for executive leadership careers in the homeland security sector.
Student Experiences
One of more than 180 student organizations at St. John's, the Homeland Security Association brings students into contact with the structures and procedures of the homeland and corporate security enterprise. The Association acts as an information center concerning career opportunities and job availability. It sponsors guest lectures, seminars, on-site visits and opportunities to meet and speak with practitioners in the field. Membership is open to all students.
Required Courses and Tracks
Major Area Requirements: 36 Credits
Required Coursework: 18 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLS | 1001 | Introduction to Homeland Corporate Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1003 | Introduction to Organizational Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1004 | Introduction to Emergency Management | 3 |
| HLS | 1008 | Global Threats to Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1010 | Introduction to Intelligence | 3 |
| HLS | 1016 | Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources Protection | 3 |
Major Area Elective Coursework: 18 Credits from any HCS elective including:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLS | 1002 | Contemporary Legal Issues in Private and Public Protection | 3 |
| HLS | 1005 | Crime Prevention and Security Consulting | 3 |
| HLS | 1006 | Security Concepts and Organizational Leadership | 3 |
| HLS | 1007 | Security Investigations | 3 |
| HLS | 1009 | Internship in Homeland Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1011 | Intelligence Planning, Collection and Processing | 3 |
| HLS | 1012 | Internship in Homeland Security II | 3 |
| HLS | 1013 | Internship in the Protection Technology Industry | 3 |
| HLS | 1014 | Advanced Internship in Commercial Security or Governmental Public Safety | 3 |
| HLS | 1015 | Legal Aspects of Modern Security Investigation | 3 |
| HLS | 1017 | Public Safety Regulatory and Enforcement Agencies | 3 |
| HLS | 1018 | Intelligence Analysis, Production and Dissemination | 3 |
| HLS | 1019 | Homeland Security Intelligence and Counter-Terrorism | 3 |
| HLS | 1020 | Terrorism and Emergency Management | 3 |
| HLS | 1021 | Emergency Management and Homeland Security Law | 3 |
| HLS | 1022 | Sociology of Disaster | 3 |
| HLS | 1023 | Computer Applications in Emergency Management | 3 |
| HLS | 1024 | Introduction to CBRNE | 3 |
| HLS | 1025 | Border, Transportation and Maritimes Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1026 | Comparative Homeland Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1027 | International Security Cooperation | 3 |
| HLS | 1090 | Selected Topics in Homeland Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1100 | Homeland Security Capstone | 3 |
Business and Computer Science Area: 12 Credits
Required Coursework: 3 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUS | 1102 | Software Applications | 3 |
And 9 Credits from:
| Course | Course Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | Accounting | 3 |
| BLW | Business Law | 3 |
| ECO | Economics | 3 |
| MGT | Management | 3 |
| MKT | Marketing | 3 |
Free Electives: 12 Credits
Other Liberal Arts Requirements: 24 Credits
18 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG | 1007 to 1073; not 1040 | English | 3 |
| MTH | 1003 | Introduction to College Mathematics I | 3 |
| MTH | 1021 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| PSY | 1001 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC | 1001 | General Sociology | 3 |
| SOC | 1002 | Sociology of Institutions | 3 |
To earn the Bachelor of Science Degree in Homeland Security (Intelligence Track), students complete 120 credits, including core, major-sequence and elective courses as outlined below.
Major Area Requirements: 36 Credits
Required Coursework: 21 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLS | 1001 | Introduction to Homeland Corporate Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1003 | Introduction to Organizational Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1004 | Introduction to Emergency Management | 3 |
| HLS | 1008 | Global Threats to Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1010 | Introduction to Intelligence | 3 |
| HLS | 1016 | Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources Protection | 3 |
| HLS | 1100 | Homeland Security Capstone | 3 |
Intelligence Required Courses: 9 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLS | 1011 | Intelligence Planning, Collection and Processing | 3 |
| HLS | 1018 | Intelligence Analysis, Production and Dissemination | 3 |
| HLS | 1019 | Homeland Security Intelligence and Counter-Terrorism | 3 |
Elective Coursework: 6 Credits from any HCS course
Business and Computer Science Area: 12 Credits
Required Coursework: 3 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUS | 1102 | Software Applications | 3 |
And 9 Credits from:
| Course | Course Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | Accounting | 3 |
| BLW | Business Law | 3 |
| ECO | Economics | 3 |
| MGT | Management | 3 |
| MKT | Marketing | 3 |
Free Electives: 12 Credits
Other Liberal Arts Requirements: 24 Credits
18 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG | 1007 to 1073; not 1040 | English | 3 |
| MTH | 1003 | Introduction to College Mathematics I | 3 |
| MTH | 1021 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| PSY | 1001 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC | 1001 | General Sociology | 3 |
| SOC | 1002 | Sociology of Institutions | 3 |
To earn the Bachelor of Science Degree in Homeland Security (National Security Track), students complete 120 credits, including core, major-sequence and elective courses as outlined below.
Major Area Requirements: 36 Credits
Required Coursework: 21 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLS | 1001 | Introduction to Homeland Corporate Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1003 | Introduction to Organizational Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1004 | Introduction to Emergency Management | 3 |
| HLS | 1008 | Global Threats to Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1010 | Introduction to Intelligence | 3 |
| HLS | 1016 | Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources Protection | 3 |
| HLS | 1100 | Homeland Security Capstone | 3 |
National Security Required Courses: 9 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLS | 1025 | Border, Transportation, and Maritime Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1026 | Comparative Homeland Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1027 | International Security Cooperation | 3 |
Elective Coursework: 6 Credits from any HCS course
Business and Computer Science Area: 12 Credits
Required Coursework: 3 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUS | 1102 | Software Applications | 3 |
And 9 Credits from:
| Course | Course Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | Accounting | 3 |
| BLW | Business Law | 3 |
| ECO | Economics | 3 |
| MGT | Management | 3 |
| MKT | Marketing | 3 |
Free Electives: 12 Credits
Other Liberal Arts Requirements: 24 Credits
28 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG | 1007 to 1073; not 1040 | English | 3 |
| MTH | 1003 | Introduction to College Mathematics I | 3 |
| MTH | 1021 | Introduction to College Statistics | 3 |
| PSY | 1001 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC | 1001 | General Sociology | 3 |
| SOC | 1002 | Sociology of Institutions | 3 |
To earn the Bachelor of Science Degree in Homeland Security (Organizational Security Track), students complete 120 credits, including core, major-sequence and elective courses as outlined below.
Major Area Requirements: 36 Credits
Required Coursework: 21 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLS | 1001 | Introduction to Homeland Corporate Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1003 | Introduction to Organizational Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1004 | Introduction to Emergency Management | 3 |
| HLS | 1008 | Global Threats to Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1010 | Introduction to Intelligence | 3 |
| HLS | 1016 | Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources Protection | 3 |
| HLS | 1100 | Homeland Security Capstone | 3 |
Organizational Security Required Courses: 9 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLS | 1002 | Contemporary Legal Issues in Private and Public Protection | 3 |
| HLS | 1006 | Security Concepts and Organizational Leadership | 3 |
| HLS | 1007 | Security Investigations | 3 |
Elective Coursework: 6 Credits from any HCS course
Business and Computer Science Area: 12 Credits
Required Coursework: 3 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUS | 1102 | Software Applications | 3 |
And 9 Credits from:
| Course | Course Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | Accounting | 3 |
| BLW | Business Law | 3 |
| ECO | Economics | 3 |
| MGT | Management | 3 |
| MKT | Marketing | 3 |
Free Electives: 12 Credits
Other Liberal Arts Requirements: 24 Credits
28 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG | 1007 to 1073; not 1040 | English | 3 |
| MTH | 1003 | Introduction to College Mathematics I | 3 |
| MTH | 1021 | Introduction to College Statistics | 3 |
| PSY | 1001 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC | 1001 | General Sociology | 3 |
| SOC | 1002 | Sociology of Institutions | 3 |
To earn the Bachelor of Science Degree in Homeland Security (Emergency Management Track), students complete 120 credits, including core, major-sequence and elective courses as outlined below.
Major Area Requirements: 36 Credits
Required Coursework: 21 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLS | 1001 | Introduction to Homeland Corporate Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1003 | Introduction to Organizational Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1004 | Introduction to Emergency Management | 3 |
| HLS | 1008 | Global Threats to Security | 3 |
| HLS | 1010 | Introduction to Intelligence | 3 |
| HLS | 1016 | Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources Protection | 3 |
| HLS | 1100 | Homeland Security Capstone | 3 |
Emergency Management Required Courses: 9 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLS | 1020 | Terrorism and Emergency Management | 3 |
| HLS | 1021 | Emergency Management and Homeland Security Law | 3 |
| HLS | 1024 | Introduction to CBRNE | 3 |
Elective Coursework: 6 Credits from any HCS course
Business and Computer Science Area: 12 Credits
Required Coursework: 3 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUS | 1102 | Software Applications | 3 |
And 9 Credits from:
| Course | Course Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | Accounting | 3 |
| BLW | Business Law | 3 |
| ECO | Economics | 3 |
| MGT | Management | 3 |
| MKT | Marketing | 3 |
Free Electives: 12 Credits
Other Liberal Arts Requirements: 24 Credits
28 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG | 1007 to 1073; not 1040 | English | 3 |
| MTH | 1003 | Introduction to College Mathematics I | 3 |
| MTH | 1021 | Introduction to College Statistics | 3 |
| PSY | 1001 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC | 1001 | General Sociology | 3 |
| SOC | 1002 | Sociology of Institutions | 3 |
Core Requirements: 42 Credits
36 Credits from the following courses:
| Course | Course # | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNY | 1000C | Discover New York | 3 |
| FYW | 1000C | First Year Writing | 3 |
| ENG | 1100C | Literature in a Global Context | 3 |
| HIS | 1000C | Emergence of a Global Society | 3 |
| PHI | 1000C | Philosophy of the Human Person | 3 |
| PHI | 1020 or 2200 series | Philosophy | 3 |
| PHI | 3000C | Metaphysics | 3 |
| SCI | 1000C | Scientific Inquiry | 3 |
| SPE | 1000C | Public Speaking for the College Student | 3 |
| THE | 1000C | Perspectives on Christianity | 3 |
| THE | 1040 Series | Theology | 3 |
| THE | Any THE Elective | 3 |
And: Modern Foreign Language/Cultural Studies: 6 Credits from:
6 Credits from any second language or:
| Course | Course # | TItle | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ART | 1000C | The Creative Process | 3 |
| LAC | 1000C | Language and Culture | 3 |
This program also has a Pathways to MPS Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Leadership. To get more information on our Pathways program, please visit our CCPS Pathways page or contact your academic advisor.
The Collins College of Professional Studies offers membership in the following honor societies:
- The Collins College of Professional Studies Honor Society: Recognizing undergraduates who demonstrate academic excellence and involvement in campus, church or community activities. Applicants must have completed a minimum of 60 credits (30 in CPS) with an index of 3.5 for all coursework.
- Alpha Phi Sigma: The Alpha Epsilon Rho Chapter of this criminal justice honor society, for students with a 3.2 overall index (including transfer credits) and a 3.2 index in the Criminal Justice major.
- Order of the Sword & Shield National Honor Society for Homeland Security, Intelligence, Emergency Management, Cyber and Information Security, and all Protective Security Disciplines inducts homeland security students with an overall 3.25 index.
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