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Bachelor's of Science
Security Studies
Protect people, data, and communities with SUNY Empire’s online Bachelor of Science in Security Studies.
This program prepares you to tackle today’s most complex challenges in homeland security, cybersecurity, public safety, and emergency management. You’ll explore global and domestic threats, digital crime, disaster response, and ethical policy through an interdisciplinary lens. Whether you're already in law enforcement or public administration (or looking to get into the field) this online degree in security studies gives you the knowledge and tools to lead in high-stakes environments.
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Program Overview
Security Studies
Next term starts
Fall 2025
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Course List: The following courses are required:
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PAFF 1005
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PAFF 2005
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PAFF 3003 Security Implications of Global Climate Change or EMGT 3030 Leadership & Management in Disaster Response
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PAFF 4000 International Dimensions of Security or PAFF 4005 Counterterrorism in a Changing World
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SOSC 3025
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PAFF 4132 Legal & Ethical Foundations of Public Service or SOCI 4035 Privacy Security & Freedom: Social Concerns for the 21st Century
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INFT 2020
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INFT 3020
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Students must also take a minimum of three of the following elective courses:
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CRJS 3020
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SOCI 3045
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SOCI 3065
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POLI 3065
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PAFF 4000 International Dimensions of Security 1 or PAFF 4005 Counterterrorism in a Changing World
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PAFF 4132 Legal & Ethical Foundations of Public Service 1 or SOCI 4035 Privacy Security & Freedom: Social Concerns for the 21st Century
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PAFF 3003 Security Implications of Global Climate Change 1 or EMGT 3030 Leadership & Management in Disaster Response
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Ready to Apply?
Gain Real-World Skills in Security and Safety
What you'll learn
- Analyze modern security threats and policies
- Understand digital crime and cyber forensics
- Evaluate ethical and legal security challenges
- Apply research to global security solutions
Level Up Your Career With a Degree in Security Studies
An online bachelor’s in security studies prepares you for dynamic careers in public service, safety, and technology. Possible career paths include:
- Homeland Security Analyst
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Emergency Management Coordinator
- Intelligence Analyst
- Law Enforcement Officer
Interested? Start Here
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Take the First Step Toward Your Security Studies Degree
We're here to support you every step of the way, making your journey to a security studies degree as focused and rewarding as possible. Our dedicated advisors provide the guidance and resources you need to explore national and global security issues, build expertise in cybersecurity and emergency management, and move closer to a career in public safety, law enforcement, or homeland security.
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Check for Prior Learning Credits
Put your past experience toward your degree. Use transfer credits, work experience, or life skills to get a head start, save money, and earn your degree faster.
Normal Program Length
Your Prior Learning
Your Prior Learning
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Apply for the Security Studies Program
Make sure you have all the admissions requirements and complete your application to be ready for our next term!
Next start term
Fall 2025
Deadline to apply
August 1
Start Your Degree
as soon as September 2, 2025.
Meet Your Professors
Our experienced faculty bring decades of real-world expertise in security studies, including law enforcement, cybersecurity, and emergency management. They’re here to help you build the skills to assess threats, analyze policy, and navigate complex security challenges. You’ll graduate prepared to protect communities, lead with confidence, and succeed in a variety of public safety and security careers.
All Faculty
Deborah Amory
Professor
Brian Frederick
Assistant Professor
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