Program Overview
The Global Security Studies at Johns Hopkins University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Global Security Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 3,783 (Tuition (Module)) — In-State students
- Location: Washington, D. C., United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Global Security Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Global Security Studies
- Global Political Economy
- Military Strategy and National Policy
- Energy and Environmental Security\xa0or\xa0Climate Change and National Security or Energy, Security, and Defense
- Introduction to Qualitative\xa0Methods in Social Science
- Fundamentals of Quantitative Methods or Quantitative Methods
- Research Study Seminar
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Prospective students must hold a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree prior to enrolling in the program. Generally, students should have a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the latter half of their undergraduate studies
- A 1-2 page Statement of Purpose. The Statement of Purpose explains the applicant\xc2\x92s reasons for seeking admission and includes a plan of study addressing the applicant\xc2\x92s analytical abilities and interest in security studies.
- Under \xc2\x93Recommendations,\xc2\x94 include the contact information for two recommenders that verify professional and/or academic accomplishment.\xc2\xa0
- Resume
- A 5-page, double-spaced essay\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 3,783 (Tuition (Module)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 3,783 (Tuition (Module)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Johns Hopkins University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States
Johns Hopkins University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months