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MPS Homeland Security at Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania State University, United States

Programme overview

The intercollege Master of Professional Studies in Homeland Security (i MPS-HLS) degree program is designed to prepare professionals and develop leaders for the field of homeland security by providing exceptional graduate education that includes an integrated curriculum, expert faculty, and student interaction.

Faculty: The Graduate School  |  Duration: 33 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

The Master of Professional Studies in Homeland Security program requires a minimum of 33 credits, 24 of which must be earned at Penn State. Courses include Homeland Security Administration: Policies and Programs, Fundamentals of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, Homeland Security and Homeland Defense in Practice, Emerging Threats to Homeland Security, Whole-Community Disaster Preparedness.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants apply for admission to the program via the J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School application for admission . Core Application Packet Completed online Graduate School application and payment of nonrefundable application fee Statement of purpose Vita or résumé Three letters of recommendation Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended Statement of Purpose and Curriculum Vitae A statement of professional experience and goals (up to 500 words) and the applicant’s vita or résumé must accompany the application. Letters of Recommendation The individuals writing letters should be familiar with you and comfortable discussing your professional and/or academic strengths and accomplishments.

Duration: 33 credits

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