With the support of the ANU Crawford School of Public Policy, and in partnership with the Australian Government, we will empower you to forge a career that makes a difference.
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Master of National Security Policy
This program provides an in-depth and policy-oriented qualification in national security, in line with the vision of the National Security College as a joint initiative between The Australian National University and the Australian Government.
- online and in-person delivery available
- 1.5 years
- scholarships available
Graduate Certificate of National Security Policy
This program provides an introduction to national security concepts and practical policy skills, with a focus on navigating the Australian security landscape.
- online and in-person delivery available
- 6 months
- scholarships available
Higher Degree Research (HDR)
This program develops leading experts in security policy with strong research skills.
- scholarships available
Academic staff
You will be taught and nurtured by some of Australia's leading researchers, academics and educators.
Associate Professor and Academic Director
Danielle Ireland-Piper is the Academic Director and Associate Professor at the National Security College, Australian National University.
Head of College
Professor Rory Medcalf AM FAIIA has been Head of the National Security College (NSC) at the Australian National University since 2015.
Associate Professor
Dr Sue Thompson has extensive experience in academia, government, the media and the non-government sector.
Lecturer and HDR Program Coordinator
Dr James Mortensen is a Lecturer and the HDR Program Coordinator at the ANU National Security College.
Senior Lecturer
Dr Michael Cohen has expertise in International Security with an empirical focus on the Indo-Pacific.
Research Fellow
Dirk van der Kley specialises on technology competition and innovation between the US and China, with a particular interest in biological technologies.
Senior Lecturer
Dr Dominique Dalla-Pozza is a Senior Lecturer with the ANU National Security College and ANU College of Law.
Research Associate and PhD candidate
Kevin is a Research Associate and PhD candidate at the National Security College (NSC).
ANU awards scholarships to students who may not have the opportunity to study at the ANU National Security College.
National Intelligence Community and National Security College Scholarship for Women
Value: up to $54,000 per annum. 100% tuition fee up to 72 units.
The ANU National Security Policy Scholarship
Value: up to $52,000 per annum. Recipients will receive a 50% tuition scholarship.
National Security College Student Excellence Scholarship
Value: this is a cash payment scholarship worth a maximum of $36,000 over 72 units of study ($24,000 per annum).
National Security College Indigenous Excellence Scholarship
Value: this is a cash payment scholarship worth a maximum of $36,000 over 72 units of study ($24,000 per annum).
“The ANU National Security College opened my eyes to new opportunities. If you’re interested in making policy on climate change, technology, energy, cyber security, or foreign interference, all on the backdrop of a rapidly changing international playing field, then this is the degree for you.”
Louisa Bochner
Masters of National Security Policy
“Choosing to undertake the Masters in National Security Policy was undoubtedly one of the best decisions I’ve made. Lectures from leading politicians, policymakers, business leaders, and media personalities were something I can’t imagine I would have found in other degrees.”
Kaden Fountain
Master of National Security Policy
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“My journey from a rural Australian town to the global financial hub of London has been nothing short of a whirlwind adventure. It’s a fusion of my humble beginnings and the global perspective I’ve gained along the way, and this has motivated me to dive deeper and contribute to the complex world of national security policy.”
Samantha Mullins
Masters of National Security Policy