Program Overview

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Bachelor of Arts in Security and Strategic Studies - Emergency Management

The Bachelor of Arts in Security and Strategic Studies with a specialization in Emergency Management is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of security challenges and strategies for managing emergencies. This program focuses on the causes and possible reaction methods against various security challenges, both national and international.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this program, students will be able to:

1. Recognize the concepts, principles, implementation of security strategic studies, intelligence, and international affairs.
2. Demonstrate critical analysis in the trends of global terrorism.
3. Analyze the economic and political impact of international and domestic political conditions.
4. Interpret the various elements of the theory of war and state's behaviors in conflict situations.
5. Contribute to the continued development of academic and professional fields in security and strategic studies.

Admission Requirements

For further information on admission requirements, please refer to the official university guidelines.

Graduation Requirements

To complete the undergraduate degree, students must satisfy the following requirements:

• Earn a minimum CGPA of 2.00 on a scale of 4.00.
• Successfully complete all courses as described in the study plan.
• The Degree Completion requirements must be met within the timeframe of the program.
• Transfer students must successfully earn a minimum of 50% of the course credits for the program at AUE.

Accreditation

The American University in the Emirates is licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education – Commission for Academic Accreditation.

Program Structure

The program consists of:

• General Education Courses: 12 courses, 36 credit hours
• Core Courses: 18 courses, 54 credit hours
• Specialization Courses: 5 courses, 15 credit hours
• Free Elective Courses: 5 courses, 15 credit hours

General Education Courses

University Core Requirements

Students select 6 credit hours (2 courses) from the list, including:

1. University Life – 3 Credit Hours (Mandatory)
2. Innovation and Entrepreneurship – 3 Credit Hours (Mandatory)

Languages and Communication Studies

Students select 9 credit hours (3 courses) from the list, including:

1. Academic Writing – 3 Credit Hours (Mandatory)
2. Introduction to Research – 3 Credit Hours (Mandatory)
3. Arabic Composition, Arabic for Non-Arab, or Communication Skills in Arabic – 3 Credit Hours

The Natural Sciences or Mathematics

Students select 6 credit hours (2 courses) from the list, including:

1. Natural Science – 3 Credit Hours (Mandatory)
2. Environmental Science, Sustainable Energy, or General Mathematics – 3 Credit Hours

The Social or Behavioral Sciences

Students select 6 credit hours (2 courses) from the list, including:

1. Introduction to Anthropology, Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Social Science, Introduction to Political Science, General Psychology, or Introduction to Geography – 3 Credit Hours

The Humanities or Arts

Students select 3 credit hours (1 course) from the list, including:

1. Contemporary Arab Art, History of Islamic Art, Introduction to Philosophy, World History, Middle East History, or English Literature – 3 Credit Hours

Islamic Studies

Students select 3 credit hours (1 course) from the list, including:

1. Islamic Culture or Islamic Civilization – 3 Credit Hours

UAE Studies

Students select 3 credit hours (1 course) from the list, including:

1. UAE and GCC Society – 3 Credit Hours

Core Courses

The core courses include:

1. Theoretical Basis of Security & Strategic Studies – 3 Credit Hours
2. Basic of Social Science Research – 3 Credit Hours
3. Introduction to International Relations – 3 Credit Hours
4. Introduction to Strategic Thought – 3 Credit Hours
5. International Law – 3 Credit Hours
6. Security and Environmental Politics – 3 Credit Hours
7. Geopolitics in International Relations – 3 Credit Hours
8. Comparative Politics – 3 Credit Hours
9. Weapons of Mass Destruction – 3 Credit Hours
10. National Security and Arm Race – 3 Credit Hours
11. Communication and Diplomacy – 3 Credit Hours
12. Media Strategies and Implementation – 3 Credit Hours
13. Special Topics in Security and Strategic Studies – 3 Credit Hours
14. International Conflict Management – 3 Credit Hours
15. Terrorism – 3 Credit Hours
16. Defense Policies of Major Powers – 3 Credit Hours
17. The Emerging World Powers – 3 Credit Hours
18. Internship – 3 Credit Hours

Specialization Courses

The specialization courses include:

1. Emergency Management – 3 Credit Hours
2. Community Preparedness – 3 Credit Hours
3. Response and Recovery – 3 Credit Hours
4. Prevention and Planning – 3 Credit Hours
5. Capstone Graduation Project – 3 Credit Hours

Free Elective Courses

Students choose 15 credit hours from any other college/specialization, provided the prerequisites are met.

Fee Structure

• Duration: 4 Years
• Yearly Tuition Fees: AED 60,600/USD 16,501 (VAT 5% inclusive, excluding service fees)
• Note: Yearly fees will vary depending on the number of courses enrolled.

Scholarships

For scholarship details, please contact the Office of Student Life & Community Engagement.

Preparatory Courses

Prior to enrollment, students may be required to take preparatory courses based on placement test results, including:

1. Computer Preparatory (CIT 90) – 0 Credit Hours
2. Academic Writing (ENG 99) – 0 Credit Hours

Program Modules & Descriptions

The program includes various modules and descriptions for general education, core, specialization, and free elective courses.

Recommended Study Plan

The recommended study plan outlines the course schedule and attendance requirements for students.

Attendance

Students build their schedule based on available offered courses in the registered semester, with classes held on weekdays (morning and evening).

When Can I Join

Students can join at the beginning of any semester (September, January, or May), with a minimum of 3 courses (9 credit hours) and a maximum of 6 courses (18 credit hours) per semester.