Bachelor of Science in Fire Science

UMUC's Bachelor of Science in Fire Science covers disaster planning and the administration of fire-protection services, encompassing all areas of incendiary-fire management. Developed in conjunction with the National Fire Academy of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, this degree serves fire-service professionals seeking state-of- the-art knowledge to support advancement to senior leadership positions. It also serves professionals in related fields, such as public safety, law enforcement, government, health services, insurance and private-industry emergency response, as well as those in military fire departments in the United States and abroad. The fire science major provides an understanding of the interagency coordination necessary for fire prevention, emergency management, safe and successful fire-incident command and arson investigation.