Maritime Security

3 Credits · Level: Graduate

Maritime Security: Foundations, Challenges, & Strategic Implications The oceans have been described as the lifeblood of the global economy, and maritime security is a concept that addresses the diverse threats, risks, challenges, and opportunities of maritime space. This course examines the role of maritime security in international relations, foreign policy, and defense policy. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the foundations, historical and contemporary challenges, and strategic implications of the evolving maritime security environment. Using an interdisciplinary approach, the seminar will develop students to understand and integrate concepts focused on maritime security into the broader landscape of security studies as leaders and policy practitioners.