Bachelor of International Security Studies

Course Details

We live in a world of major security problems. From large scale wars and strategic competition between the major states, to threats to the environment, and challenges at home such as terrorism, cybersecurity and the impact of new technology. The Bachelor of International Security Studies (BINSS) explores the enduring problems of security and war through a broad lens. It provides students with the empirical knowledge and analytical skills to understand the history and causes of international conflict and the implications of security issues for Australia and the Asia Pacific region. Students will develop the experience and communication skills to assess the nature of contemporary security problems, and drawing on the latest academic scholarship, engage with policy and civil society solutions to the security problems of our time.

Qualification: Bachelor Degree (Pass)

Course structure: The Bachelor of International Security Studies requires completion of 144 units, of which:; A maximum of 60 units may come from completion of 1000 level courses; A minimum of 18 units must come from completion of 3000 level courses; A minimum of 12 units of courses tagged as Transdisciplinary Problem Solving