Naval Security Studies (Graduate Certificate) at George Washington University

The 15-credit graduate certificate in naval security studies allows students to understand the strategic and diplomatic values of sea power and importance of naval missions to national security policy; how the federal government and Department of the Navy make and implements policy; and current naval and national security policy dilemmas and potential solutions. The program is designed for graduate students in related fields or professionals in government, industry, and nonprofits who wish to develop a background in naval security.

Faculty: Elliott School of International Affairs  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

Required coursework includes IAFF 6186 Special Topics in Security Policy Studies (Naval Strategy and Sea Power); IAFF 6106 Nuclear Weapons; IAFF 6118 Special Topics in International Affairs (International Law and the Use of Force); IAFF 6148 Space and National Security; IAFF 6153 Science, Technology, and National Security.

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