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Curtin University

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Graduate Diploma of International Security

  • Graduate Diploma

This course provides advanced knowledge in international politics and security studies, preparing students to be effective leaders and decision-makers. It covers key issues in international security policymaking and equips students with critical-thinking skills for roles in analysis, policymaking, and leadership.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
1 - 1 years full-time
Course Code
GD-INTSEC, 118503H
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$36,596 per year / $36,596 total

About this course

Overview

A career in international security is about making and supporting the key decisions that promote national safety and determine our collective future.

This course will equip you with advanced knowledge in international politics and security studies, preparing you to be an effective leader and decision-maker in a rapidly changing world.

You will learn about the key issues impacting international security policymaking and develop the necessary expertise to create national strategy. This includes the high-level critical-thinking skills required to be an effective analyst, policymaker and leader.

Taught by academics with experience in senior-level intelligence analysis, this course will give you the requisite knowledge to find a job in international security or upskill and take your career to the next level.

After completing this course, you will be eligible to apply for the Master of International Security.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)
  • Writing: 6
  • Speaking: 6
  • Reading: 6
  • Listening: 6
  • Overall band score: 6.5

What you will learn

What you'll learn

  • apply knowledge of the principles and concepts of international security in work related settings; foster gained knowledge and develop strong independent research skills through minor and major research projects
  • critically analyse and interpret major political, military, socio-economic and policy issues using an international security studies framework
  • communicate, both verbally and in writing, comprehensive analyses of complex international security data and/or theories
  • develop skills to think strategically and in the global context
  • develop strong appreciation of working in multi-cultural national and international environments
  • develop and practice effective independent multi-tasking and team management skills; develop leadership skills and strong professional ethics

Career pathways

Careers

  • Strategic policy analyst
  • Defence policy analyst
  • Defence capability and procurement officer
  • Foreign policy officer
  • Military officer
  • Intelligence officer
  • Diplomatic advisor
  • Risk management consultant
  • Cybersecurity analyst
  • Federal police officer

Industries

  • Defence/military
  • Foreign affairs
  • Intelligence
  • Law enforcement
  • Media and journalism
  • National security
  • State and federal government

Credit for prior study or work

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice
  • Curtin Perth

Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at Curtin University.
85.1%
Overall satisfaction
81.4%
Skill scale
72.6%
Teaching scale
86.8%
Employed full-time
$120k
Average salary