Macquarie University

Master of Counter Terrorism and Master of International Relations

Macquarie University

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

The practice-oriented Master of Counter Terrorism will prepare you to analyse real-world counterterrorism challenges. Youll learn about the theory and practice of counterterrorism studies; the emerging domestic, regional and international challenges related to terrorism and their implications for counterterrorism approaches and policies; and the evolution of Australias counterterrorism strategies and policies. The Master of International Relations, which is built around innovative approaches and thinking, will empower you to comprehend and evaluate contemporary regional and global developments. It will equip you for an international career in diplomacy, journalism, the NGO sector, international business or academia.

Structure

Total Credit Points 160

Subjects

  • PICT8012 Critical Thought and Research Design
  • PICT8018 Counter Terrorism in the Global and Australian Contexts
  • PICT8020 Advanced Terrorism Studies
  • PICT8037 Choosing Terror: Pathways into Terrorism
  • PICT8043 International Terrorism
  • POIR8050 Technology, Power and Uneven Development
  • POIR8070 International Relations Practice
  • POIR8310 Security in World Politics
  • POIR8320 Europe and the World
  • POIR8420 Understanding World Politics: Methodological and Theoretical Approaches
  • POIR8430 The Middle East in Global Politics
  • POIR8490 International Political Economy
  • POIR8570 International Law and Global Governance

Standard entry requirements

  • AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent or
  • Meet two of the following three criteria:AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
  • Minimum two years relevant approved work experience at senior management level, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
  • AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent or
  • Meet two of the following three criteria: AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
  • Approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Online Campus Domestic: $66,600
No
  • Online/Off-campus : 2 years
Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park Domestic: $66,600
International: $86,600
No
  • Full-time : 2 years

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