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GC-INTSEC

Graduate Certificate in International Security

Graduate certificate

Be equipped to respond to 21st century security challenges in Australia and globally.

Course outline
  • Qualification
    Graduate Certificate in International Security
  • Duration

    Duration

    6 months full-time
  • Credit

    Credit

    100
  • Location

    Location

    Curtin Perth
Course outline

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Semester 1, 2025

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12 February 2025

Semester 2, 2025

3 March 2025

9 July 2025

Semester 1, 2026

11 August 2025

5 February 2026

Semester 2, 2026

6 April 2026

2 July 2026

Course outline

Overview

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 introductory specialist knowledge in international politics and security studies, preparing you to be an effective decision-maker in a rapidly changing world.

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

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 Graduate Diploma in International Security.

What jobs can the Graduate Certificate in International Security course lead to?

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

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, socio-economic and policy issues using an international security studies framework
  • communicate, both verbally and in writing, comprehensive analyses of complex international security data 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

Why study Graduate Certificate in International Security at Curtin?

Learn from experience practitioners

Our staff are highly qualified academics with practical experience as senior-level practitioners in policymaking and intelligence.

Strong industry connections

Benefit from our competitive internship programs and connections to international, national and state-based employers.

Excellent reputation

Curtin’s has an excellent reputation for producing job-ready graduates through its international relations and national security programs.

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.

Applicants for a Graduate Certificate are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://study.curtin.edu.au/. Applicants generally require a Bachelor Degree or equivalent credit gained for recognised learning. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met. All Curtin courses have compulsory and other core capabilities that are essential for demonstrating the achievement of course learning outcomes and graduation. Students who are unable to meet or demonstrate those requirements, now or in later stages during their studies, may seek reasonable adjustments by the University wherever possible to facilitate alternative ways of achieving those requirements. If reasonable adjustments cannot be accommodated, Curtin will discuss study options to find an alternative course of study or an exit degree. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.

English requirements

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

You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

Writing

6

Speaking

6

Reading

6

Listening

6

Overall band score

6.5

Other requirements and notes for this course

This course is 6 months full-time or equivalent part-time study. This course has a February and July intake.

In addition to the course-specific admission criteria listed above, please read our general admission criteria. Our general admission criteria apply to all courses at Curtin University.

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

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

Fees and scholarships

Domestic fee paying postgraduate

2025 Fee year:

$11,508*

Domestic

Domestic

Fees are indicative only.

* Based on a first-year full-time study load of 100 credits. The total cost will depend on your course options (i.e. units selected and time taken to complete).

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Location

For start dates, please view the academic calendar.

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2025

Semester 1
  • On campus
  • Online
Semester 2
  • On campus
  • Online

2026

Semester 1
  • On campus
  • Online
Semester 2
  • On campus
  • Online

All endeavours are made to ensure location information for courses is up to date but please note they are subject to change.

The University reserves the right to withdraw any unit of study or program which it offers, to impose limitations on enrolment in any unit or program, and/or to vary arrangements for any program.

How to apply

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

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

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  • Curtin course code: GC-INTSEC
  • Last updated on: 21 December 2024

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