Master of National Security Policy
A world-class qualification preparing policymakers, analysts, and leaders to address contemporary and emerging national security challenges.
Best for:Best for professionals and graduates seeking to specialise in national security policy, with backgrounds in law, politics, international relations, or related fields.
Overview
The Master of National Security Policy at The Australian National University (ANU) is designed to cultivate the next generation of national security experts. Collaborating with the Australian Government’s National Security College, this programme offers a rigorous curriculum blending theoretical foundations with practical policy skills. Students explore critical issues such as cyber threats, geopolitical tensions, climate change impacts, and foreign interference, while tailoring their studies to specialisations like law, intelligence, geoeconomics, or risk management. The programme emphasises real-world application, preparing graduates to navigate Australia’s complex security landscape and beyond.
What you'll do
- Develop a strong foundation in national security concepts and policy frameworks through core courses.
- Analyse and evaluate contemporary and emerging security threats, including cyber risks, climate change, and geopolitical conflicts.
- Engage in policy-relevant research and case studies addressing real-world security challenges.
- Choose electives to specialise in areas such as law, intelligence, geoeconomics, or risk management.
- Collaborate with government and industry partners to apply theoretical knowledge to practical policy scenarios.
- Develop critical thinking and communication skills to effectively advocate for policy solutions.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5/7, OR a Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 4/7 and either 3 years of relevant work experience at ANZSCO Skill Level 1 OR a Graduate Certificate with a GPA of 4/7, OR a Graduate Diploma with a GPA of 4/7, OR 48 units of postgraduate study with a GPA of 4/7, OR a Graduate Certificate with 3 years of relevant work experience and a GPA of 4/7, OR a Graduate Records Examination (GRE) General test with minimum scores of 155 (Verbal and Quantitative Reasoning) and 4.0 (Analytical Writing) within 5 years of application, with 3 years of relevant work experience, OR 10 years of relevant work experience at ANZSCO Skill Level 1.
Language: English proficiency (not explicitly stated but implied for academic programme).
Instruction: English
- Proficiency in research and analytical writing to address complex security issues.
- Ability to synthesise information from diverse academic and policy sources.
- Strong communication skills for policy advocacy and presentation.
- Basic familiarity with policy analysis frameworks and tools.
- Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency, or eligible visa status (implied by ANZSCO Skill Level 1 work experience requirements).
- Relevant work experience may substitute for academic GPA requirements.
- GRE scores must be within 5 years of application if submitted.
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Applicants must submit an online application through the ANU portal, including academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency (if applicable), a personal statement, and any required GRE scores or work experience documentation. Additional documents may be requested based on eligibility criteria.
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Personal statement or research proposal
- Proof of English proficiency (if not from an English-speaking country)
- GRE scores (if applicable)
- Proof of relevant work experience (if applicable)
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