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.
Duration
Approximately 1 academic year (over 2 summers)
for full-time study
OR
approximately 2 academic years (over 3 summers)
for part-time study.
Target Audience
Former graduates of The University
of the West Indies whose first degree did
not include the Social Sciences or who want
to upgrade their skills.
Persons outside the Caribbean whose ambition
it is to acquire some specialist knowledge
of the Caribbean.
Qualifications
for Admission
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.
