Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Counter Terrorism - 1 year in Sydney Australia | Macquarie University
Macquarie University
|
Sydney Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
43,300
(c. USD30,340.14)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The complexity of terrorism continues to escalate. Societal and technological shifts have heightened our exposure to terrorist threats while granting extremists unprecedented capabilities. To effectively protect against these dangers, both government agencies and private enterprises require skilled analysts with the expertise, abilities, and innovative thinking to comprehend the evolving, intricate systems exploited by terrorist groups. Consequently, counterterrorism professionals are increasingly sought after by Australian authorities and commercial organizations alike.
The hands-on Master of Counter Terrorism program equips students to tackle genuine counterterrorism issues. The curriculum covers both theoretical foundations and practical applications in counterterrorism studies, examines growing domestic and global terrorism challenges along with their policy implications, and explores the development of Australia's counterterrorism frameworks and strategic responses.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
1.5 years
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent or
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent, and approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning or
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
1 year
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 bachelor's 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 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
English language requirements
- IELTS Academic - IELTS of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band, or equivalent
- TOEFL iBT - 83 (Reading - 13; Writing - 21; Listening - 12; Speaking - 18)
- PTE Academic - 58 minimum 52 in each band, or equivalent
- Cambridge English (C1A or C2P) - 180 minimum 169 in each band, or equivalent
- Occupational English Test (OET) - (Reading - C+; Writing - C+; Listening - C/C+; Speaking - C/C+)
- Duolingo English Test (DET) - 115 minimum 110 in each band, or equivalent
Tuition
AUD
43,300