MacMurray College – Bachelor or MinorDegree in Homeland Security
The Homeland Security Degree Program offers courses designed to prepare students for a wide range of careers in the field of homeland security. Job growth in homeland security in both the public and private sectors is expected to be robust and the need for homeland security professionals will continue to grow.
First semester freshmen who have declared a major in Homeland Security, or students who are considering a major in Homeland Security, will first enroll in HSEC 101, Introduction to Homeland Security. This course provides an overview of areas studied in Homeland Security: domestic and international terrorism, weapons of mass destruction, transportation networks, intelligence, the role of the healthcare system, critical infrastructure, and homeland security strategy and policy. The course also allows students to learn about jobs in the field of Homeland Security and allows them to begin thinking about planning their career.
Throughout the rest of the program, the study of various aspects of homeland security continues, as does the emphasis on career planning. Students will have the opportunity to complete internships affording them the opportunity to observe homeland security professionals as they work in the field. Internships are an excellent means of focusing career goals and making contacts. A student graduating from MacMurray in Homeland Security will have the knowledge he or she needs to succeed in Homeland Security, plus the information needed to find a position.
In addition to the general education courses required of all MacMurray students, those majoring in Homeland Security for either the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Science degree must complete 30 hours of required courses, 18 credit hours of Homeland Security and Criminal Justice electives, and 34 hours of electives to be selected in consultation with each student’s advisor for a total of 120 credit hours. An internship (HSEC 250) is strongly recommended.
Homeland Security Minor: (18 credits)
Required Courses (12 credits):
Course Code / Course Title / CreditsHSEC 101 / Introduction to Homeland Security / 3
HSEC 201 / Domestic and International Terrorism / 3
HSEC 202 / Weapons of Mass Destruction / 3
CRIM 201 / Criminal Law / 3
Also choose one of these (3 credits):
Course Code / Course Title / CreditsHSEC 300 / The Role of Intelligence in Homeland Security / 3
HSEC 301 / The U.S. Healthcare System and Homeland Security / 3
HSEC 302 / Protecting Critical Infrastructure / 3
HSEC 303 / Homeland Security Strategies and Policy / 3
Choose one more course (3 credits) from the above or from:
HSEC 203 / Transportation Networks and Homeland Security / 3HSEC 250 / Homeland Security Internship / 3
MacMurray College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
For more information:
Contact:Bruce Liebe
Assistant Professor of Homeland Security
MacMurray College
447 East College Avenue
Jacksonville, IL 62650
Phone: 217-479-7171
Email:
Additional Information:
Update: 9/23/13
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