INTEL 250 - Intro to Security Studies

Institution:

Coastal Carolina University

Subject:

Intelligence & Natl Security

Description:

(3 credits) This course explores the topic of security studies. Students examine the classical theories underpinning the field of security studies, focusing on how these theories inform contemporary discussions of security policy and the challenges faced by governments. The course includes discussions of security threats and challenges faced by contemporary societies, covering armed conflict, terrorism, cyberattacks, crime, and health or environmental crises. Students consider how these issues impact societies and how governments may prevent, respond to, or recover from them. Finally, the course examines major approaches to research in the field of security studies, giving students a familiarity with both empirical and interpretivist approaches to scholarly inquiry in this diverse field. F,S

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Department: Intelligence & Sec. Studies; CEEB: 5837;

Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.coastal.edu

Phone Number:

(843) 347-3161

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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