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Master of Terrorism and Security Studies

Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Terrorism and Security Studies from Charles Sturt University develops comprehensive knowledge of terrorism and security issues, refining research and communication skills for strategic responses. It is part of an articulated program including graduate diploma and certificate options.

Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Duration

1.5 - 3 years full-time

Study Mode

Online

Intake Months

Mar, Jul

Domestic Fees

$8,688 per year

About this course

Overview

The Master of Terrorism and Security Studies from Charles Sturt University will develop your comprehensive knowledge and understanding of terrorism and its complex social, political, domestic and international contexts alongside other contemporary security related issues. Broaden your expertise within intelligence, law enforcement, or military and explore methods for strategic responses in an increasingly globalised world.

Refine your technical and communication skills to lead research efforts about terrorism and counterterrorism related developments and shape industry strategy.

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
Graduate Certificate in 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

Refine your technical and communication skills to lead research efforts about terrorism and counterterrorism related developments and shape industry strategy.

Career pathways

When you graduate from the Master of Terrorism and Security Studies, you'll have the potential to explore any number of career opportunities across government and private arenas. For instance, you could contribute to military intelligence, or work to support law enforcement, civil and community organisations. You could also work with multidisciplinary specialist teams to identify and respond to national and international security risks. And you could work 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 (96 pts)Core subject16 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learningGPM417The History of Terrorism16 credit ptsRestricted electives80 Credit PointsSet A32 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learningGPM418Jihadist Terrorism16 credit ptsGPM508Radicalisation, Deradicalisation and Counter Radicalisation16 credit ptsGPM514Counter Terrorism16 credit ptsSet B16 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learningGPM426Terrorist 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 ptsSet C32 Credit Points

Select 32 points of any postgraduate subjects 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.

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.

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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

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