Βachelor in Security Studies (BSc) - Leiden University

Security challenges, such as terrorism and cybercrime, rank among the most pressing issues of our time. In the Bachelor in Security Studies (BSc), learners will study 21st century security challenges and learn to devise strategic solutions to a complex world.

Terrorism, cybercrime, natural disasters and other issues affect the security and safety of millions each day. In this program, students will learn to unravel security challenges by focusing on the political, historical and societal context in which they arise, as well as the effect of governance, institutions, and the media. They will gain an academic perspective, and the ability to think critically about complex issues, while taking all relevant factors of specific security challenges into account.

In the Bachelor in Security Studies (BSc), they will also study various crises and crisis management. Crises are unforeseen situations which require impactful decisions in times of stress and chaos.