Graduate Certificate in International Security
This program is suspended and will not be taking new applications
Understand emerging global threats
Security is a matter of constant concern for all countries and multinational bodies. It must be actively monitored, sensitively managed and strategically enhanced to maintain social, political and economic stability—and, of course, protect lives.
Our Graduate Certificate in International Security prepares you to play your part.
What will you do?
Studied over 6 months full-time, the degree will give you a solid grounding in the specialist knowledge, awareness and skills required to diagnose and respond to emergent cross-border security challenges.
The program is designed and delivered by Adelaide’s internationally recognised academics, whose research informs Australian national security policy, international security organisations and non-government organisations (NGOs).
Highly interdisciplinary, it integrates knowledge from our politics, international relations, public policy, Asian studies and geography experts to deliver you:
- skills in identifying and analysing emerging global security threats
- awareness of strategic cultures and unconventional conflict
- the opportunity to explore particular interests in cyber security, Indo-Pacific security, national security law, transnational crime, human rights, the impact of climate change, and more.
Where could it take you?
You could find yourself monitoring threats in a national security agency. You might help an international non-government organisation manage operational risk in conflict zones. Perhaps you’ll interpret and apply regional security policy within Australia’s growing defence industry.
Entry Requirements
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Domestic applicants
Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
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Intake | February |
Selection Criteria
Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent. |
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Fees and Scholarships
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FEE-HELP
This is an Australian full-fee program. As a domestic student you may be eligible to:
- receive a zero interest government assistance package to cover your course fees and
- use over $100,000 in HELP assistance over your lifetime
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Potential careers
Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:
Business Analyst; Non Government Organisation Worker; Management Analyst; Business Consultant; Business Data Analyst; Consultant; Policy Adviser; Political Adviser; Political Analyst; Corporate Policy Advisor ...
Degree Structure
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
You will need to complete a combined total of not less than 12 units from the following:
POLIS 7026 International Security (6 units)
POLIS 7002 Strategic Cultures and Unconventional Conflict (6 units)
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Last updated: Sunday, 11 Aug 2024