Angelo State University – Bachelor of Security Studies (B.S.S.) in Border and Homeland Security

Angelo State University offers a Bachelor Security Studies in Border and Homeland Security. The degree is meant to increase students' awareness and understanding of current issues in border security within the wider realm of Homeland Security. The courses increase the students' critical thinking and analytic skills across the diverse fields of homeland security, criminal justice, emergency management, and associated legal issues. The program offers four certificates in the areas of: Crime and Border Security, Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism, Border Security Law, and Cybersecurity.

Students who have completed CCAF degree should follow the Bachelor of Border Security (B.B.S.) Degree Plan.

This degree is offered completely online and in a hybrid (online and on-campus) format.

Core Curriculum:

BOR 3301 / Studies in Homeland Security / 3
BOR 3340 / Legal and Constitutional Issues in Homeland Security / 3
BOR 4330 / Disaster Preparedness/Emergency Planning / 3
BOR 4351 / Critical Infrastructure Protection / 3
BOR 4354 / Professionalism and Ethics in Criminal Justice Agencies / 3
BOR 4389 / Seminar in Homeland and Border Security / 3
Total Credits Required – 120 hours

Angelo State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

For more information:

Contact: L. “Casey” Jones, Ph.D.

Professor and Department Chair

Department of Security Studies and Criminal Justice

Angelo State University

Member, Texas Tech University System

ASU Station #10922

San Angelo, TX 76909-0922

Phone: (325) 486-6422

Fax: (325) 942-2544

Email:

Additional Information: https://www.angelo.edu/dept/security_studies_criminal_justice/undergrad_programs/bss_border_and_homeland_security.php

Update: 1/29/14

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