Overview

Study Strategic Studies at at the Australian National University with internationally recognised experts in Australian strategic policy, Asia-Pacific security and global strategic issues.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and cognitive skills in strategic and defence studies.

Possess an integrated understanding of the conduct of strategy, military operations, and its relationship to policy.

Undertake strategic and policy analysis and be able to critically analyse, reflect on and synthesise complex information relating to the conduct of strategy and military operations.

Possess the technical skills needed to access the academic literature in the fields of study associated with strategic and defence studies.

Research and apply established theories and concepts and exercise expert judgement in military, defence or policy contexts as they apply to both Australian and international settings.

Apply strategic concepts and knowledge to practical, contemporary problems using case studies from a range of global environments and circumstances.

Conduct scholarly research, express ideas and construct evidence-based arguments in both written and oral form.

Career Options

ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.

We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Strategic Studies

Strategic Concepts and Asia Pacific Conflict

The Resort to Force: Understanding Military Power

The New Power Politics of Asia

Australian Strategic and Defence Policy

Nuclear Strategy in the Asian Century

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-07-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2024-02-20 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

64

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

72 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Political Science Terrorism & Security View 53 other Masters in Political Science in Australia

Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

64

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 102924G

At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry.

Applicants must present a Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5.0/7.0

Tuition Fee

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International

49330 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 49330 AUD per year during 18 months.

Living costs for Canberra

1425 - 2504 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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