Graduate Certificate in International Security

Security is a matter of constant concern for all countries and multinational bodies.

It must be actively monitored, sensitively managed and strategically enhanced to maintain social, political and economic stability—and, of course, protect lives.Our Graduate Certificate in International Security prepares you to play your part.Studied over 6 months full-time, the degree will give you a solid grounding in the specialist knowledge, awareness and skills required to diagnose and respond to emergent cross-border security challenges.The program is designed and delivered by Adelaide’s internationally recognised academics, whose research informs Australian national security policy, international security organisations and non-government organisations (NGOs).

Academic Program Rules

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

Graduate Certificate in International Security 

Example Study Plan

Study plans are available on the Faculty of Arts website.You will need to complete a combined total of not less than 12 units from the following:POLIS 7026 International Security (6 units)POLIS 7002 Strategic Cultures and Unconventional Conflict (6 units)

For those who are based in Adelaide, we will be offering a blended delivery mode that combines face-to-face with remote learning in as many courses as possible, taking into consideration social distancing and hygiene. All lectures will continue to be delivered online for the remainder of the year, with some exceptions.

For our students who are studying offshore for the remainder of the 2020 Academic Year, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses.

Potential careers

Business Analyst, Non Government Organisation Worker, Management Analyst, Business Consultant, Business Data Analyst, Consultant, Policy Adviser, Political Adviser, Political Analyst, Corporate Policy Advisor, Cyber Intelligence Expert, Diplomat, Risk Analyst, Strategic Analyst, Telecommunications Analyst, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser, Information Management Officer, Intelligence Officer, International Aid Agency Employee