Bachelor of Science Degree
The Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security and Public Safety is designed to provide students who have completed an Associate degree in Conservation Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Science and Safety Technology, Information Technology Support and Security Specialist, Law Enforcement, Loss Prevention, Paralegal, Emergency Management and Planning, or a related Associate degree the opportunity to complete an advanced inter-disciplinary Baccalaureate degree. Graduates will have extensive knowledge in two or more career fields, improving their employability by meeting entry-level requirements in those career professions. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers in an ever-changing society that demands and requires public safety accountability.
Required Associate Degree
Admission into this baccalaureate degree program is contingent on acceptance to Vincennes University, completion of an approved Associate Degree, and will require approval of the Homeland Security and Public Safety Baccalaureate Degree Department Chair/Information Technology Department Chair, and the Dean of Business and Public Service.
Note: Homeland Security and Public Safety majors must obtain a minimum grade of C in each Homeland Security and Public Safety (HSPS) course in order to receive a B.S. degree in Homeland Security and Public Safety.
Applicable Major Program Requirement Hours from Associate Degree Program: 30-36