Master of Terrorism and Security Studies

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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.

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    Key information

    Study mode and sessions

    Online
    Next session start: July 14, 2025
    Session 1 : March 3, 2025
    Online
    Session 2 : July 14, 2025
    Online

    Duration

    Minimum time - 1.5 year(s)
    Maximum time - 3 year(s)

    Entry score

    TBA

    Indicative fees

    Domestic online
    Commonwealth grant scheme (CGS):

    Full-time - $16,992.00 pa
    Part-time - $8,496.00 pa

    Course points and codes

    Credit Points: 96
    AQF: Level 9
    Cricos:

    Additional information

    • Commonwealth supported places available

    Applications close February 12

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    Why study with us?

    Study at your own place and pace

    This course is delivered online, and can be completed with a part-time study load over three years. This gives you the flexibility to fit study around your existing work, family or other commitments.

    Refine your cutting-edge skills

    Develop your research and analysis techniques and capability across cyberterrorism, terrorist financing and illicit networks. Build advanced skills in applying research and investigative initiatives to strategic planning and management. The Master of Terrorism and Security Studies will position you to make high level, independent assessments and provide sophisticated, empirically based analysis of current and emergent terrorism threats.

    Align your knowledge with current practice

    Designed and delivered in collaboration with industry leaders, this security studies master's course ensures you'll be able to initiate, plan, implement and evaluate various counterterrorism activities and policies across your areas of responsibility. Refine your skills and knowledge towards the revision, analysis, consolidation and synthesis of knowledge and understanding of terrorism and counterterrorism, and identify and provide appropriate responses to complex terrorism-related threats and counterterrorism challenges. Apply your learning to add value to your professional environment in real time.

    Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security

    Established in 1993, Charles Sturt's Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security (AGSPS) is a leading provider of postgraduate research and education for professionals in law enforcement, emergency management and security. As a graduate of this course you'll secure an internationally recognised postgraduate qualification through a world-class program and join an international network of security, counterterrorism and law enforcement graduates.

    Career opportunities

    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.

      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.

      Core subject16 Credit Points

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      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      GPM417The History of Terrorism16 credit pts

      Restricted electives80 Credit Points

      Set A32 Credit Points

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      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      Select two (2) subjects from the following:
      GPM418Jihadist Terrorism16 credit pts
      GPM508Radicalisation, Deradicalisation and Counter Radicalisation16 credit pts
      GPM514Counter Terrorism16 credit pts

      Set B16 Credit Points

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      • Intensive school
      • Workplace learning
      Select at least two (2) subjects from the following:
      GPM426Terrorist Financing and Resourcing8 credit pts
      GPM510Terrorist Propaganda and Communication8 credit pts
      GPM513Illicit Network Analysis8 credit pts
      GPM515Right Wing Extremism and Terrorism8 credit pts
      GPM516Transnational Organised Crime8 credit pts
      GPM517Terrorist Operations and Praxis8 credit pts

      Set C16 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.

      For enrolment pattern please refer to the handbook.

      Graduation requirements

      As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.

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      We have scholarships and grants, totalling over $11 million annually!

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      Entry requirements

      Selection rank:

      TBA

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      An undergraduate degree or relevant industry experience.

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

      Credit and pathways

      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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