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    Master of Strategy and Security (Canberra)
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    Master of Strategy and Security (Canberra)

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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    Online

    Course Code

    Campuses

    Canberra

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesFebruary-2026
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    Duration 1 Year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 48,000  / year
    Next Intake February-2026

    Master of Strategy and Security (Canberra)

    About

    Master the complexities of global security with UNSW Canberra’s Master of Strategy and Security. This program equips you with the skills to navigate and respond to evolving challenges such as cyber threats, climate change and geopolitical instability. Prepare to shape solutions for some of the world’s most pressing issues by studying at a university at the forefront of Defence and strategic policy.

    This program is designed for postgraduate students and professionals working in foreign affairs, security and Defence who wish to gain a deeper and more advanced understanding of the factors shaping the global and Asia-Pacific security and strategic environments. You’ll gain advanced analytical skills, learn how to manage crises, anticipate risks and drive strategies that foster global stability.

    As a graduate, you’ll join a network of professionals making a real impact in international affairs, national security and Defence policy. This degree offers pathways into roles like security analyst, policy advisor and strategic consultant, positioning you to contribute to global progress and ensure safer, more secure futures for everyone.
    Program Code
    8572
    Campus
    Canberra
    Total Units of Credit (UOC)
    48

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    English Program Requirements

    Faculty Undergraduate Postgraduate coursework Postgraduate research
    UNSW Canberra 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest) 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest) 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)

    Career

    Future careers

    Graduates of the Master of Strategy and Security are entering a rapidly evolving sector where global threats like cyber attacks, geopolitical tensions and climate-related risks are reshaping the security landscape. In Australia, the Defence industry employs more than 100,000 people in Australia, and that number is expected to increase over the next decade as the demand for security and Defence professionals grows.

    As governments and organisations seek to address these challenges, graduates can drive progress by developing innovative strategies, shaping policy and managing crises. Whether you’re aiming for roles in national security, intelligence, or private-sector risk analysis, this degree equips you with the expertise to lead in a high-impact, fast-growing field.

    Potential roles:

    ● Border Protection Officer

    ● Counterterrorism Analyst

    ● Defence Analyst

    ● Diplomatic Advisor

    ● Foreign Policy Advisor

    ● Intelligence Analyst

    ● National Security Consultant

    ● Policy Advisor

    ● Risk Analyst

    ● Security Consultant

    ● Security Intelligence Officer

    ● Strategic Planner

    ● Strategy Consultant

    ● Threat Analyst

    ● Weapons Control Analyst

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 48,000 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    University of New South Wales

    Master of Strategy and Security (Canberra)

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