Security Studies – University of Georgia

Program Overview

Offered by UG’s School of Social Sciences, this program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of security issues in the international context. The curriculum covers topics such as the formation of defense policy, types of war and military conflicts, the importance of military industry and resource management, and the interdependence between security, foreign, and defense policies.

**Awarded Degree:** Master’s in Security Studies

**Discipline:** Security Studies

**Duration:** 2 years

**ECTS Credits:** 120

**Language of Instruction:** English

**Delivery Mode:** On-Campus

**Tuition Fee:** $4,000 (per_year)

**Application Fee:** $250

**Accreditation:** Accredited by the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (NCEQE), Georgia

**Career Opportunities:**

– Graduates can pursue careers in:

Government agencies and ministries.

International organizations (e.g.

– UN

– NATO).

Think tanks and research institutions.

Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) focused on security and peacebuilding.

Academic and educational institutions.

**Learning Outcomes:**

– Graduates will be able to:

Analyze and interpret security policies and defense strategies.

Assess the impact of international relations on global security.

Conduct independent research on security issues.

Communicate effectively on security topics in both academic and professional settings.