National Security Policy Studies Major

Description: A program that focuses on the theory and application of intelligence, diplomacy, military power, and related tools of statecraft to national defense policy formulation and power projection. Includes instruction in history, political theory, public policy analysis, civil-military relations, military and defense studies, homeland security, leadership, threat scenarios, regional and local issues, alliance and coalition issues, defense budgeting and economics, intelligence, and strategy. Is National Security Policy Studies the right major for you?
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National Security Policy Studies Major

What Courses Do National Security Policy Studies Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for National Security Policy Studies majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.