The Master of Arts in National Security Studies is a professionally oriented, interdisciplinary, graduate-level program housed within the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences. The program is designed to develop an understanding of the substance and principles of defense policy analysis, strategic planning and arms control in relation to the contemporary international environment. Flexibility within elective courses permits the student to emphasize research in national security issues of his or her special interests.
To view the degree requirements for the M.A. in National Security Studies, please visit the campus catalog.
The Master of Science in National Cyber Security Studies (NCSS) is one of the few graduate programs in the country devoted to the study of U.S. national cybersecurity and the second such program in the California State University system. Founded in 2015, our fully accredited, interdisciplinary M.S. program provides a comprehensive curriculum grounded in strategy and strategic studies for students interested in pursuing careers serving the U.S. government. NCSS alumni pursue careers across a wide range of fields, including defense, security, intelligence, technology, and other areas in both the government and private sectors.
To view the degree requirements for the M.S. in National Cyber Security Studies, please visit the campus catalog.
For more information regarding our graduate programs, please contact:
Department of Political Science
Social and Behavioral Sciences Building, Suite 112
California State University, San Bernardino
5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA 92407
Phone: (909) 537-5534
Fax: (909) 537-7018
Dr. Steve Childs
National Securities Studies Director
Email: schilds@csusb.edu
Dr. Luba Levin-Banchik
National Cybersecurity Studies Director
Email: Luba.Levin-Banchik@csusb.edu