Overview

On the Bachelor of Security Studies at Macquarie University by learning to think critically and develop solutions by using real-world analytical techniques to examine contemporary security challenges, you’ll gain key employability skills.

At no other point in history has our world experienced a set of security challenges to the extent to which it does today. Because of this, governments and businesses need security analysts with the knowledge, skills and creativity to respond to such dynamic and complex challenges.

Key features

Acquire a mix of theoretical and technical skills

Study a degree that combines the academic study of security theories and issues with practical, analytical and technical skills.

Gain the high-level practical skills employers want

Learn the skills needed in critical thinking, structured intelligence analysis and policy evaluation for security analysis roles.

Participate in scenario exercises and dynamic simulations

Gain experience in operational planning, innovation and policy evaluation by using scenario exercises and dynamic simulations.

Undertake overseas exchange with security and defence programs

Hone your skills alongside experts in Europe, North America, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand or the Philippines.

Careers and opportunities

Business consultant

Intelligence analyst

Military officer

Policy adviser

Risk analyst

Security consultant

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Critical Thinking

New Security Challenges

Strategy and Security in the Indo-Pacific

International Security in the 20th Century

Cybercrime

Intelligence and Counter Intelligence

Modern Warfare

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-07 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-11 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-03 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-07 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sydney, Australia

Disciplines

Terrorism & Security View 20 other Bachelors in Terrorism & Security in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 083744F

International selection rank: 75

The selection rank is based on the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR). It determines the minimum eligibility requirements for entry to Macquarie.

Macquarie University recognises a range of international academic qualifications for direct entry to our courses, including:

senior secondary qualifications from more than 40 countries

several Australian and overseas foundation programs

diplomas, associate degrees and bachelor degrees assessed as comparable in standard to Australian qualifications.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

45700 AUD / year

≈ 45700 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

16100 AUD / year

≈ 16100 AUD / year

Additional Details

National:

Domestic commonwealth Supported Place

Living costs

Sydney

Australia

1882 - 3547 AUD / month

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

Funding

Macquarie has one of the most generous international scholarship programs in Australia.

This includes a wide variety of long and short term opportunities for international students. The range of scholarships available can depend on the country you are from, with other eligibility factors including your field of study and academic or sporting achievements.

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Sydney

Funding

Scholarships Information

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