Science, Technology, and Security Graduate Certificate at George Mason University

The Schar School of Policy and Government offers certificate programs in conjunction with its master's programs. Students already pursuing a master's degree in the school may, in most cases, after admission to a certificate program, earn an additional six credits (two courses) in Schar to receive a certificate in addition to the master's degree. The certificate in science, technology, and security provides an introduction to the intersection of science and security, covering topics such as the technology of CBRN weapons, proliferation, technical countermeasures, and the role of science and technology in the policy-making process.

Faculty: Schar School of Policy and Government  |  Duration: 15 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Fairfax, VA, United States

What you will study

Total 15 credits. Curriculum courses listed include Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Weapons Policy and Security; National Security Technology and Policy; Emerging Infectious Diseases I: Bacteria and Toxins; Emerging Infectious Diseases II: Viral Agents; Nonproliferation and Arms Control; Terrorism and Weapons of Mass Destruction.

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