Master of Science in National Security
Protect Your Country with Our Master’s in National Security Online Degree Program
Are you passionate about protecting the welfare of your country and its citizens? Maybe you have been working with the federal government or law enforcement, and you’re ready to advance in your career. Liberty University’s Master of Science in National Security provides training in various aspects of national defense policy. Throughout this degree, you will explore the ways in which nations use diplomacy, intelligence, and military strength to develop policy and regional stability or use their military to take action in a crisis. You’ll study history, political theory, and public policy analysis. During our national security-focused courses, you’ll study threat scenarios, defense budgets and economics, and security strategy.
Potential career trajectories relevant to this degree could be roles as a federal agent, secret service member, cryptologist, or security officer. As a graduate from this program, you might consider fields like intelligence, foreign affairs, logistics, or industrial security. With master’s level credentials and training, potential leadership and management positions could also be pursued.
So don’t wait any longer! Your country needs someone like you who is passionate about a life of service protecting the welfare of its people. When you pursue your degree through Liberty, you’ll receive training to support in preparing for valuable contribution to a variety of positions in national security.
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Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
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Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
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Morgan Schlesselman, Master’s in Public Policy
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