The Diploma in Security Administration
(DSA) is an intensive programme designed
to better prepare public and private sector
security officials and executives to administer
their respective duties.
Programme Specifications
Duration
Approximately one academic year (over
two summers) for full-time study or approximately
two academic years (over three summers)
for part-time study.
Target Audience
The DSA is aimed at first division officers,
middle and senior level ranks in the Police
Service, Defence force, Prisons and Fire
Services and also private security firms.
Entry Requirements
Candidates will be accepted into the
DSA based on either of the following:
Holder of an approved university degree.
Holder of approved technical or professional
qualifications.
Practical experience or other qualifications
bearing special relevance to the course.
Graduate of the Security Management
programme offered by the UWI School of
Continuing Studies.
Award Of Diploma
The Diploma shall be awarded to persons
who have completed 30 credits (equivalent
to 10 semester courses) and have satisfied
the examiners of the Diploma.
The Department recommends that full-time
students should be devoid of any commitment
(e.g. work or other) that may impinge on
their attendance and performance in this
programme owing to its intensity.
