Department of International Relations - Newgate University Minna (NUM) https://newgateuniversityminna.edu.ng Explore to Excel Tue, 29 Jul 2025 04:45:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://i0.wp.com/newgateuniversityminna.edu.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/cropped-numa_LOGO.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Department of International Relations - Newgate University Minna (NUM) https://newgateuniversityminna.edu.ng 32 32 230834789 Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Security Studies https://newgateuniversityminna.edu.ng/portfolio/bachelor-of-science-in-criminology-and-security-studies/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bachelor-of-science-in-criminology-and-security-studies Wed, 29 Sep 2021 11:44:21 +0000 http://newgateuniversityminna.edu.ng/?post_type=tm_portfolio&p=2189

About this Programme

The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Criminology and Security Studies (CSS) is designed to produce a crop of graduates equipped with appropriate knowledge in the field of Criminology and Security Studies and to make their contribution to the development in Nigeria, Africa and the global community.

The aims and objectives of a degree in Criminology and Security Studies to:

  • Instill in students a sound knowledge of Criminology and Security Studies, an appreciation of its applications in different socio-cultural contexts and to involve the students in an intellectually stimulating and satisfying experiences of learning and studying;
  • Provide students with broad and well-balanced theories and methods of the discipline;
  • Cultivate in students the ability to apply their knowledge and skills of the course to the understanding and solution of societal problems in Nigeria and elsewhere;
  • Provide students with relevant knowledge and skill base from which they can proceed to further studies in special areas of Criminology and Security Studies or multi-disciplinary areas involving Criminology and Security Studies;
  • Producing students with the requisite skills to compare the crime situation in various contexts such as urban and rural settings as well as between various countries;
  • Instill in students an appreciation of the importance of Criminology and Security Studies in contemporary world affairs; and
  • Develop in students a range of useful competencies for employment whether public, private or self-employment.

On completion of B.Sc. in Criminology and Security Studies, graduates will be able to:

  • Apply criminological theories, principles and rules in political, social and economic context;
  • Demonstrate skills in criminology and security research, logical argumentation, and vigorous analysis of security principles;
  • Analyze the security challenges facing Nigeria and the role of the security profession in addressing them;
  • Demonstrate leadership in the area of community policing.
  • Formulate and defend a robust and thoughtful code of professional conduct consistent with the guidelines of the profession and their religious and/or moral values system(s).
  • Communicate effectively on the security matters and needs using appropriate terminologies.
  • Conduct effective criminology research which contributes and enhances security knowledge base.

Universal Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)

Candidates who wish to study Criminology and Security Studies must have

  • obtained a credit in Mathematics and English Language plus credit pass in any three of the following subjects: Economics, Government, History, Literature, Biology, Geography and Religious Studies at the SSCE, NECO, GCE or their equivalent in not more than two sittings, and
  • Acceptable score in English Language and any other 3 subjects in Arts, Social Sciences, or science in JAMB.

Direct Entry

Candidates for Direct Entry admission shall possess

  • five credit passes in the SSCE, NECO, GCE or equivalents at not more than two sittings; and
  • Possess the Advance Level of General Certificate of Education or its equivalent in at least two subjects, or
  • Possess National Diploma in Public Administration, criminology, criminal justice, law enforcement, or security studies and relevant courses from recognize institution approved by the senate of NUM.
Curriculum Structure
Year 1 Semester 1
Course Code  Course Title  credit Units  Status   LH  PH 
CSS 101 Introduction to Criminology and Security Studies 3 C 45 0
CSS 103 Deviant  Behaviours  and  Social Control 3 C 45 0
GST 111 Communication Skills in English 2 C 15 45
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 C 45 0
CSS 105 Introduction to Psychology 2 R 30 0
CSS 107 Introduction to National Security and Civil Defence 2 R 30 0
AMS 103 Introduction to Computers 2 C 15 45
Sub-total 17 225 90
Year 1 Semester 2
CSS 102 Introduction to Criminal Justice System 3 C 45 0
CSS 104 Social  Sciences  and  Human Behaviours 3 C 45 0
GST 112 Nigerian Peoples and Culture 2 C 30 0
NUM-POL 102 Nigerian Government and Politics 2 R 30 0
NUM-CSS 106 Introduction to Crime Typologies 2 R 30 0
ENT 102 Creative Problem Solving 2 C 30 0
GEN 102 Community Engagement and Social Development 3 R 15 90
Sub-total 17 225 0
Year 2 Semester 1
Course Code  Course Title  credit Units  Status   LH  PH 
CSS 201 Nigerian Law Enforcement and Security System 2 C 30 0
CSS 203 Comparative Police and Policing Systems 2 C 30 0
CSS 205 Human Rights and Criminal Justice Systems 2 C 30 0
CSS 207 Prisons and Correction Services 2 C 30 0
ENT 211 Entrepreneurship and Innovation 2 C 30 0
NUM-CSS 209 Political Violence and Insurgency in Nigeria 2 R 30 0
NUM-CSS 211 Gender, Crime, and Society 2 R 30 0
NUM-CSS 213 Culture, Diversity and Crime 2 R 30 0
Sub-total 16 210 0
Year 2 Semester 2
CSS 202 Nigerian Criminal Procedure and Evidence 2 C 30 0
CSS 204 Applied Statistics in Criminology and Security Studies 2 C 30 0
CSS 206 Conflict  Resolution  and  Peacebuilding 3 C 45 0
GST 212 Philosophy,  Logic  and  Human Existence 2 C 30 0
SSC 202 Introduction to Computer and its Application 3 C 45 0
NUM-CSS 208 Security Threats in Nigeria 3 R 45 0
Sub-total 15 225 0
Year 3 Semester 1
Course Code  Course Title  credit Units  Status   LH  PH 
CSS 301 Theories  of  Crime,  Criminal Behaviour and Punishment 3 C 45 0
CSS 303 Research Methods in Criminology and Security Studies 3 C 45 0
CSS 305 Forensic Science 2 C 30 0
SSC 301 Innovation in the Social Sciences 2 C 30 0
MUM-CSS 307 Environmental Criminology and Green Justice 2 R 30 0
NUM-CSS 309 Organized Crime and Terrorism in Nigeria 3 R 45 0
NUM-CSS 307 Crime Mapping and Geographic Profiling 2 E 30 0
Sub-total 17 255 0
Year 3 Semester 2
CSS 302 Theoretical Perspectives on Security 2 C 30 0
CSS 304 Intelligence  and  Investigation Management 3 C 45 0
CSS 306 Internship 2 C 30 45
ENT 312 Venture Creation 2 C 15 45
GST 312 Peace and Conflict Resolution 2 C 30 0
SSC 302 Research Method I 2 C 30 0
NUM-CSC310 Security Technologies and Surveillance 2 R 20 0
NUM-CSS 312 Private Security and Risk Management 3 R 45 0
Sub-total 18 245 90
Year 4 Semester 1
Course Code  Course Title  credit Units  Status   LH  PH 
CSS 403 Contemporary  Development in Criminology and Security Studies 3 C 45 0
CSS 405 National  and  Transnational Organised Crimes 3 C 45 0
SSC 401 Research Method II 2 C 30 0
NUM-CSS 407 African Security Architecture and Challenges 3 C 45 0
NUMCSS 409 Terrorism and Counterterrorism in Africa 3 R 45 0
NUM-CSS 411 Cybercrime and Digital Forensics 3 R 45 0
Sub-total 17 255 0
Year 4 Semester 2
CSS 410 Research Project 4 C 0 180
CSS 402 Democracy and Governance of Security Sector 3 C 30 45
CSS 404 Humanitarian  Emergency  and Disaster Management 3 C 30 45
CSS 406 Comparative National Security  Policy and Strategy 2 C 30 0
NUM-CSS 408 International Security Architecture and Global Order 3 R 45 0
NUM-CSS 410 Translation Crime and Global Criminology 2 R 30 0
Sub-total 17 165 270
Grand Total 134 1805 495

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Bachelor of Science in International Relations and Diplomatic Studies https://newgateuniversityminna.edu.ng/portfolio/bachelor-of-science-in-international-relations-and-diplomatic-studies/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bachelor-of-science-in-international-relations-and-diplomatic-studies Wed, 29 Sep 2021 11:07:25 +0000 http://newgateuniversityminna.edu.ng/?post_type=tm_portfolio&p=2182

About this Programme

International relations is the study of an international system composed of territorial states which acknowledge no superior authority over matters which they consider of vital interest. This degree studies the functioning, theory and history of this system, and the nature of the changing relations between states and non-state actors. The Bachelor of Science in International Relations and Diplomatic Studies (BIRDS) is a multi-disciplinary programme which has been designed for those engaged in, or planning to embark upon, a professional career requiring international expertise in government, non-profit, corporate or academic environments.

The Programme is intended to elucidate the role of cooperation, collaboration, foreign policy, international law and diplomacy among others as the main vehicles for systematically addressing the broad cluster of issues that affect the entire world and in particular, the most troubled hotspots, with regional consequences.

The philosophy underlying the B.Sc. International Relations and Diplomatic Studies Degree programme is to produce a flow of competent and confident graduate students whose minds are have the knowledge, skills, competencies and exposure in the field of International Relations, in order to pursue a life in government, business and journalism and at international organizations and law firms, or to continue with graduate studies in political science and international relations.

The aims and objectives of the International Relations and Diplomatic Studies Degree Programme are:

  • Stimulate in students an appreciation of International Relations theories and other tools of analysis, and application in different contexts at the national and international levels.
  • Provide students with a broad and balanced knowledge and practical skills in International Relations;
  • Develop in students the ability to apply their International Relations theories, analytical tools, knowledge and skills to the solution of international problems;
  • Develop in students a range of skills that are relevant to both governmental and non-governmental agencies at home and abroad;
  • Produce student who have the competences in fieldwork, data collection as well as ability to analyse and present these in coherent form;
  • Provide students with relevant knowledge and skills for further studies in International Relations as a multi-disciplinary field of study;
  • Generate in students an appreciation of the importance of International Relations in a national- political, economic, and social development on the one hand and in the maintenance of global peace and security on the other.

On completion of B.Sc. in International Relations and Diplomatic Studies programme, graduates will be able to:

  • analyze national and global events from various social science perspectives.
  • demonstrate theoretical and practical knowledge on international relations and diplomacy.
  • state views and positions with advanced oral and written skills.
  • compete for increasing career opportunities in national and global institutions.
  • gain the ability to make logical inferences on social and political issues based on comparative and historical knowledge.

UTME:

  • Candidates who wish to study International Relations must possess the Senior Secondary School Certificate, General Certificate of Education, by WAEC, NECO, NABTEB or their equivalents with at least five credit passes, at not more than two sittings including Mathematics, English Language, Government or History or Economics or any Social Science subject.
  • In addition, candidates must have acceptable passes in UTME. The UTME subjects must be in the following: English, Mathematics, Government; Plus, any other Social Science subject.

Direct Entry:

  • Candidates for Direct Entry admission shall possess five credits, in GCE, SSCE by WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or their equivalents; and JUPEB, IJMB, Ordinary National Diploma (O.N.D) or Higher National Diploma (HND) with at least lower credit in related disciplines from approved Nigerian Polytechnics. For emphasis, credit passes in English Language, Mathematics and any one of Government, History or Economics are required.
Curriculum Structure

100 Level

Course code Course title  Units  Status LH PH
  First Semester  
IRS 101 Ancestors of the Contemporary International System 2 C 30 0
GST 111 Communication in English 2 C 30 0
IRS 103 Introduction to African Politics 2 C 30 0
IRS 105 History of Nigeria 2 C 30 0
NUM-IRS 107 Introduction to International Relations 3 C 45 0
NUM-IRS 113 Government and Politics in Africa 2 R 30 0
NUM-IRS 111 Globalization and Sustainable Development 2 R 30 0
Sub-total 15 225 0
Second Semester  
GST 112 Nigerian Peoples and Culture 2 C 30 0
IRS 102 Evolution of the Contemporary International System 2 C 30 0
IRS 104 The Rise of Nation States 2 C 30 0
NUM-ENT 102 Creative Problem Solving 2 C 30 0
NUM-GEN 102 Community Engagement and Social Development 3 R 15 90
NUM-IRS 112 International Organizations: Fundamentals 2 C 30 0
NUM-SPC 102 Social and Behavioral Sciences 2 R 30 0
Sub-total 15 0 195 90
Total 30   420 90

200 Level

Course code Course title  Units  Status LH PH
  First Semester  
ENT 211 Entrepreneurship and Innovation 2 C 30 0
IRS 203 Introduction to Political analysis 2 C 30 0
IRS 205 Political Thought Since Hobbes 2 C 30 0
IRS 207 New States In World Politics 2 C 30 0
NUM-IRS 201 Global Governance 2 C 30 0
NUM-IRS 209 Security Diplomacy 2 C 30 0
NUM-IRS 211 Democracy and Civil Society 2 R 30 0
NUM-IRS 213 Decision Making and Public Policy Analysis 2 R 30 0
Sub-total 16   240 0
Second Semester  
GST 212 Philosophy, Logic and Human Existence 2 C 30 0
IRS 202 Structure of International Society 2 C 30 0
IRS 204 Political Thought Plato-Machiavelli 2 C 30 0
IRS 206 Foundation of Political Economy 2 C 30 0
SSC 202 Introduction to Computer and its Application 3 C 30 45
NUM-IRS 208 Diplomacy and Negotiation 2 C 30 0
NUM-IRS 210 Geopolitical Analysis 2 R 30 0
NUM-IRS 212 Leadership and Governance 2 E 30 0
Sub-total 17 240 45
Total 33   480 45

300 Level

Course code Course title  Units  Statu s LH PH
  First Semester  
IRS 301 International Economic Relations 2 C 30 0
IRS 303 The International Political System 2 C 30 0
IRS 305 Law of Nations (International Law) 2 C 30 0
IRS 307 Intentional Politics in the PostCold War Era 2 C 30 0
IRS 311 Theory and Practice of Administration 2 C 30 0
SSC 301 Innovation in the Social Sciences 2 C 30 0
NUM-IRS 313 Contemporary Issues in International Relations 2 R 30 0
NUM-IRS 315 Regional Integration 2 R 30 0
Sub-total 16   240 0
Second Semester  
GST 312 Peace and Conflict Resolution 2 C 30 0
ENT 312 Venture Creation 2 C 15 0
IRS 304 Diplomacy 2 C 30 0
IRS 306 Logic and Methods of Political Inquiry 2 C 30 0
IRS 308 International Politics of Africa 2 C 30 0
IRS 310 Theories of International Relations 2 C 30 0
IRS 312 Integration  Theories  and Regionalism 2 C 30 0
SSC 302 Research Method I 2 C 30 0
Sub-total 16   225 0
Total 32   465  

400 Level

Course code Course title  Units  Status LH PH
  First Semester   0
IRS 401 Foreign Policy Analysis 3 C 45 0
IRS 403 Human Rights 3 C 45 0
IRS 405 Foreign Policies of the Powers 2 C 30 0
SSC 401 Research Method II 2 C 30 0
NUM-IRS 407 Modern Diplomatic Practice 3 C 15 90
NUM-IRS 411 International Security, Threats and Conflicts 2 C 30 0
Sub-total 15 195 0
Second Semester  
IRS 402 Nigerian Foreign Policy 2 C 30 0
IRS 404 Contemporary Strategic Studies 3 C 45 0
IRS 406 International Institutions 2 C 30 0
IRS 400 Research Project 6 C 0 270
NUM-IRS 408 International Public Relations and Strategic Communication 2 C 30 0
Sub-total 15 135 270
Total 30   330 270

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