Combined Bachelor of Security Studies + master degrees
Macquarie University
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This course has been cancelled
About
The Bachelor of Security Studies can be combined with one of the following master degrees:
Our world is experiencing a set of security challenges unparalleled in history. The Australian Government and the private sector need security specialists with the knowledge, skills and creativity to respond to such dynamic and complex challenges.
In this combined bachelor + master degree, you’ll learn about security from a range of perspectives – cybersecurity, intelligence, counter terrorism, risk management, emergency response, national resilience, business continuity planning, law enforcement and the use of military force. You’ll then specialise in your selected interest during your master degree.
Note: You’ll be able to nominate the master degree when you enrol into the bachelor degree. You’re required to achieve a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 to remain in this degree after the completion of 160 credit points. If you don't maintain the required WAM, you'll be permitted to continue your studies in the bachelor degree only. You can commence your master degree once you have completed your bachelor degree.
Areas of study
Bachelor of Security Studies and Master of Counter Terrorism: Advanced terrorism studies, Australian and global strategy, counterterrorism, cybercrime, emerging security challenges, intelligence and counterintelligence, leadership, modern warfare, security policy analysis, simulation.
Bachelor of Security Studies and Master of Criminology: Applied criminology, Australian and global strategy, counterterrorism, cybercrime, emerging security challenges, intelligence and counterintelligence, leadership, modern warfare, security policy analysis, simulation.
Bachelor of Security Studies and Master of Cyber Security Analysis: Applied cybersecurity, Australian and global strategy, counterterrorism, cybercrime, emerging security challenges, intelligence and counterintelligence, leadership, modern warfare, security policy analysis, simulation.
Bachelor of Security Studies and Master of Intelligence: Australian and global strategy, counterterrorism, cybercrime, emerging security challenges, intelligence analysis, leadership, modern warfare, security policy analysis, simulation in intelligence.
Bachelor of Security Studies and Master of Security and Strategic Studies: Australian and global strategy, counterterrorism, cybercrime, emerging security challenges, intelligence and counterintelligence, leadership, modern warfare, security policy analysis, simulation, strategic thinking.
Career opportunities
Counter terrorism/intelligence: Business consultant, community relations manager, counterterrorism expert, intelligence analyst, military officer, police officer, policy adviser, researcher, risk analyst, security consultant.
Criminology: Business consultant, community relations manager, corrective services officer, court administrator, crime prevention strategist, criminal justice and corrections consultant, intelligence analyst, military officer, police officer, policy adviser.
Cyber security analysis: Business consultant, community relations manager, cyber policy officer, cybersecurity analyst, cybersecurity architect, intelligence analyst, military officer, police officer, policy adviser, researcher, risk analyst, security consultant.
Security and strategic studies: Business consultant, diplomat, intelligence analyst, military officer, police officer, policy adviser, researcher, risk analyst, security consultant, trend and sales analyst.
Practical experience
Opportunities for internships, scenario exercises and security studies simulations are available.
Fees and charges
The master degree is fee paying. Visit the Macquarie University website for current fee information.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Guaranteed selection rank: 80.00
Other applicants
Refer to the Macquarie University general admission criteria.
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Further information
View all details of this degree on the Macquarie University website.
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ATAR profile
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Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
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