Master of Strategic and Defence Studies

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00120C

Develop advanced strategic expertise through rigorous academic study in Australia's policy capital, where scholarly excellence and government practice intersect to produce leading strategic and defence analysts. This comprehensive program deepens theoretical knowledge while building practical application skills, preparing graduates for specialized roles in defence policy, diplomatic strategy, intelligence analysis, strategic planning and corporate defence and security consulting.

Standard entry requirements

• A cognate Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5/7.
• A cognate Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4/7 and a Graduate Certificate or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4/7.
• A cognate Bachelor or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4/7 and a minimum of 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at ANZSCO Skill Level 1 in a field related to the program.
• A cognate Graduate Certificate or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4/7 and a minimum of 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at ANZSCO Skill Level 1 in a field related to the program.
• A cognate Graduate Diploma or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4/7.
• A minimum of 10 years full-time equivalent work experience at ANZSCO Skill Level 1 in a field related to the program.

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