Macquarie University

Bachelor of Security Studies and Master of Criminology

Macquarie University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00002J

At no other point in history has our world experienced such a significant set of security challenges. Fraud, corruption, terrorism, domestic violence, cybercrime, vandalism and gun crime are at an all-time high. Because of this, governments and businesses need security and criminology experts with the knowledge and skills to respond to such dynamic and complex challenges. This combined bachelor + master degree will prepare you to meet the needs of this rapidly changing sector. Youll study risk management, emergency response, national resilience, business continuity planning, law enforcement and the use of military force. Youll also develop your skills in advanced criminology theory, applied criminological research and criminal justice policy analysis. As a graduate, youll also draw from the fields of sociology, psychology, psychiatry and social anthropology to evaluate crime.

Structure

Total Credit Points 320

Subjects

  • PHIL1037 Critical Thinking
  • PICT1010 Introduction to Security Studies
  • PICT1011 New Security Challenges
  • PICT1012 Strategy and Security in the Indo-Pacific
  • PICT1014 International Security in the 20th Century
  • PICT2001 Cybercrime
  • PICT2010 Intelligence and Counter Intelligence
  • PICT2012 Modern Warfare
  • PICT2013 Crisis Management and Disaster Relief
  • PICT2015 Terrorism in the 21st Century
  • PICT3015 Security Policy Analysis: Current and Emerging Issues
  • PICT3020 PACE: Ethical Practice in Security Studies

Standard entry requirements

ATAR 80

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Online Campus Domestic: $133,200
No
  • Online/Off-campus : 4 years
Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park Domestic: $133,200
No
  • Full-time : 4 years

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