Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security

About Embry-Riddle's Homeland Security Program

Homeland Security Mission

It is the purpose of the Homeland Security (HS) Program at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University to enhance and expand the discipline of homeland security by developing and delivering the highest quality academic and professional program in the field. Academic courses, projects and field experiences are designed to provide exposure to concepts, procedures, and operations consistent with those found within agencies and organizations charged with providing homeland security for this nation. The outcomes-based curriculum provides the state-of-the-art knowledge and skills graduates will need to successfully enter the HS field. We will imbue our graduates with the ability to think creatively and critically about challenges facing the security of America. In addition, the program will convey an appreciation for high ethical standards, a robust work ethic, and a desire for lifelong learning.

The program serves the student body, the department and college, and external community in support of the university's overall mission.

Meeting Needs of Market Place and Student Interests

FEMA Disaster Medical Assistance Team members help with medical care when hospitals are overwhelmed during disaster situations

The Applied Aviation Sciences Department in the College of Aviation offers the Bachelors of Science degree in Homeland Security (BSHS). With faculty that have over 70 years of experience, the BSHS curriculum is based on an outcomes-based methodology that includes the needs of the marketplace, expert input from U.S. military and governmental experts and practicing professionals. To enhance the quality of the HS educational experience, subject matter experts from a variety of HS disciplines are often invited to provide guest lectures or teach entire courses.

Core courses include: law and policy, terrorism studies, emergency management, risk assessment, intelligence analysis, strategic planning, environmental security, and transportation security.

The HS program includes two tracks. Track 1 consists of the Core plus one of two Areas of Concentration (AOC): Terrorism Studies or Emergency Management. Track 2 is Cyber Security, and it consists of the Core plus extensive Computer Science courses; no AOC is required. Students interested in Cyber Security, Network Administration, or Data Assurance, are encouraged to take this technical track. The HS Program also requires an Internship designed to provide students with a rich, real world experience.