The American University in the Emirates offers an undergraduate degree in security and strategic studies and disaster management. The degree prepares students with a wide range of effective security response tools well as knowledge of strategic planning initiatives. Students also learn contingency planning, crises analysis and the long-term effects of disasters. The degree includes a wide range of modules covering topics such as the theoretical basis of security and strategic studies, geopolitics in international relations and weapons of mass destruction. There are also modules covering terrorism, emerging world powers, communications and diplomacy as well as security and environmental politics. The course aims for student to be able to assess different population groups resilience to disasters and assist in avoiding the continuous negative impacts of crises.
UAE students need to have completed a secondary degree diploma to study at the American University in the Emirates. International applicants need at least 75% in their senior school exams, as well as qualifications in mathematics, sciences, languages, social sciences and humanities or arts. Exact details of entry requirement can be got from the university.
Fees at the American University in the Emirates average around 48,000 AED a year. There are also additional fees such as travel, accommodation, health insurance and course books. The American University in the Emirates has in the past given a limited number of full scholarships. Full information regarding possible financial aid can be obtained directly from the university.