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Charles Sturt University

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Graduate Certificate of Terrorism and Security Studies

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Forge your career in national security with the Graduate Certificate of Terrorism and Security Studies from Charles Sturt University, designed to enhance your knowledge and understanding of terrorism.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
0.5 - 1 years full-time
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Mar, Jul
Domestic Fees
$8,688 per year

About this course

Overview

Forge your career in national security with the Graduate Certificate of Terrorism and Security Studies from Charles Sturt University, which is designed to develop and enhance your knowledge and understanding of terrorism.

This security studies course focuses on giving you an integrated understanding of the complex context of terrorism and other security-related issues.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

  • Graduate Diploma of Terrorism and Security Studies
  • Master of Terrorism and Security Studies

Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree or relevant industry experience.

Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you will study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Intensive school

You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.

Career pathways

The counterterrorism and security industry has a broad range of career opportunities across government and private arenas. Contribute to military intelligence or work to support law enforcement, civil and community organisations. Work with well-equipped and multidisciplinary specialist teams to take a proactive approach to identify and respond to national and international security risks. Liaise with partner agencies to ensure responses meet requirements, to deliver information in response to operational activities and to secure appropriate support where required.

Course structure

Essential set (32 pts)Core subject 16 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learningGPM417The History of Terrorism16 credit ptsRestricted electives16 Credit PointsSet A16 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learning

Select one (1) subject from the following:

GPM418Jihadist Terrorism16 credit ptsGPM508Radicalisation, Deradicalisation and Counter Radicalisation16 credit ptsGPM514Counter Terrorism16 credit ptsSet B16 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learning

Select at least one (1) subject from the following. For the second subject, students may choose from any 8 point postgraduate subject offered from the Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security (AGSPS). Students must assure they have met any prerequisite requirements and that the subject is available.

GPM426Terrorist Financing and Resourcing8 credit ptsGPM510Terrorist Propaganda and Communication8 credit ptsGPM513Illicit Network Analysis8 credit ptsGPM515Right Wing Extremism and Terrorism8 credit ptsGPM516Transnational Organised Crime8 credit ptsGPM517Terrorist Operations and Praxis8 credit ptsXRT008Restricted elective8 credit pts

Standard enrolment patterns

For enrolment pattern please refer to the handbook.

View handbook to learn more

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.

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Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Law & Paralegal Studies courses at Charles Sturt University.
91%
Overall satisfaction
82.1%
Skill scale
84%
Teaching scale
93.4%
Employed full-time
$100k
Average salary