Humanities and Social Sciences
Graduate Diploma in International Security
- Domestic
- International
About Degree
Analyse and manage international risk
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 Diploma in International Security prepares you to play a senior role.
What will you do?
Studied over 12 months full-time, the degree will equip you with the specialist knowledge, awareness and skills to diagnose emergent cross-border security challenges and assess sustainable policy or practice solutions.
The program is designed and delivered by APSB’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:
- high-level skills in identifying and analysing emerging global security threats
- broad understanding 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 analysing threats in a national security agency. You might help develop risk-mitigation strategies for an international non-government organisation operating in conflict zones. Perhaps you’ll contribute to Indo-Pacific policy for Australia’s growing defence industry.
Entry Requirements
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.I am a:
- Domestic
- International
Domestic applicants
SATAC Code | 3GD117 |
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Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelor degree (or equivalent) OR a completed Graduate Certificate in International Security. |
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Student Profile
Applicant background | Semester one/Full year intake 2022 | |
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Number of students | Percentage of all students | |
International students | N/A | N/A |
All students | 1 | 100.0% |
International applicants
CRICOS | 0101768 |
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Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
English Language Requirements
Australian Year 12 | Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject | ||||||||||||
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English Tests accepted by the University of APSB |
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Qualifications that meet minimum English requirements | A range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements |
Academic Entry Requirements
Detailed information on international qualifications assessment
Tertiary Qualifications | Bachelor degree or equivalent |
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How to Apply
Student Profile
Applicant background | Semester one/Full year intake 2022 | |
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Number of students | Percentage of all students | |
International students | N/A | N/A |
All students | 1 | 100.0% |
Fees and Scholarships
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- Domestic
- International
Domestic applicants
Indicative annual tuition fees | Australian Full-fee place: $30,000 |
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Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
International applicants
Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units) | International student place: $39,500 |
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More information on International Student tuition fees.
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
Management Analyst, Business Analyst, Business Consultant, Business Data Analyst, Non Government Organisation Worker, Consultant, Policy Adviser, Political Adviser, Political Analyst, Corporate Policy Advisor, Cyber Intelligence Expert, Diplomat, Risk Analyst, Strategic Analyst, Telecommunications Analyst, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser, Information Management Officer, Intelligence Officer, International Aid Agency Employee
Degree Structure
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
Core courses
You must complete all of the below core courses:
POLIS 7026 International Security (6 units)
POLIS 7001 Masterclass in Politics & International Relations (6 units)
POLIS 7002 Strategic Cultures and Unconventional Conflict (6 units)
And 6 units from:
POLIS 7004 International Relations of the Indo-Pacific (6 units)
POLIS 7021 The Politics of the Internet: Pluralism in Digital Age (6 units)