Overview

Whether terrorism or cybersecurity, climate change or a global pandemic, the United States and the world face a range of security threats. There are a number of dedicated agencies, both in the U.S. and internationally, that serve to address these challenges.

Nova Southeastern University’s Master of Science in National Security Affairs And International Relations is designed both for professionals and those aspiring for careers in the field, as well as for students with a strong academic interest in security affairs and international relations.

Key Facts

National Security Affairs is one of the fastest growing professions with positions open in federal, state, and local governments, and in the private sector.

This program will provide you with a core mastery of critical issues informing the field of national security today, including the assessment and analysis of the threat of terrorism in the U.S. and beyond, and the analysis of intelligence collection.

You will also learn of the international context in which U.S. national security issues are shaped. The knowledge and skills you will develop are applicable to a wide variety of jobs within the field.

Careers in National Security Affairs

Information Security Analysts - Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.
Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians - Assist scientists or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems (GIS) databases. May also perform some custom application development or provide user support.
Security Managers - Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.
Detectives and Criminal Investigators - Conduct investigations related to suspected violations of federal, state, or local laws to prevent or solve crimes.
Intelligence Analysts - Gather, analyze, or evaluate information from a variety of sources, such as law enforcement databases, surveillance, intelligence networks or geographic information systems. Use intelligence data to anticipate and prevent organized crime activities, such as terrorism.
Emergency Management Directors - Plan and direct disaster response or crisis management activities, provide disaster preparedness training, and prepare emergency plans and procedures for natural (e.g., hurricanes, floods, earthquakes), wartime, or technological (e.g., nuclear power plant emergencies or hazardous materials spills) disasters or hostage situations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Current Issues in National Security
National Intelligence Collection
Border Protection and Military Issues
Research and Evaluation in National Security Affairs
U.S. Foreign Policy and National Security
Ethical Issues in National Security
International Relations: Theory and Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-17 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-14 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-17 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

Davie, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

Submit the completed NSU Graduate Application and the $50 application fee.
Provide transcripts from all previously attended higher‑education institutions showing degree conferral.
International applicants must provide proof of all coursework and obtain a NACES course‑by‑course evaluation for any foreign education.
Submit an academic writing sample such as an academic paper, journal submission, or professional writing piece.
Submit a resume or curriculum vitae.
Meet the minimum GPA requirement of 3.0 for undergraduate work or 3.0 for a completed master’s degree.
Non‑native English speakers or graduates of institutions where English is not the primary language must demonstrate English proficiency through a qualifying U.S. degree or acceptable TOEFL scores (iBT 80+ old scale or 4+ new scale).

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15480 USD / year

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Out-of-State

15480 USD / year

≈ 15480 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15480 USD / year

≈ 15480 USD / year

Living costs

Davie

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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