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Explore the historical background and modern challenges surrounding nuclear deterrence, security, nonproliferation, and arms control. Learn about nuclear deterrence principles, the evolution of nuclear weapons development and spread, and how the Cold War influenced the arms race.
Grasp the characteristics and impacts of different delivery systems and nuclear weapons, including intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) and submarine-launched ballistic missiles.
Gain perspective on historical and present-day international relations structures, nuclear security strategies in the US and other countries after the Cold War, and the shifting landscape of global tensions.
We require a current official transcript (i.e., a transcript issued directly from the school to our office) from each college or university from which you have earned a degree.
3.0 GPA- Earn the required cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 (equivalent to a grade of B) or higher from all Harvard courses.