Global Security (Politics And International Studies), Bachelor

Global security threats, including terrorism, political violence, international crime, cybercrime, and climate change, endanger individual and collective safety. Worldwide organizations and agencies require specialized expertise to evaluate and mitigate these risks. This course equips students with innovative thinking to tackle major global challenges, teaching them to analyze and convey complex information while examining diverse security strategies, policies, and priorities internationally. It can be paired with studies in criminology, global politics, policy, or international aid to enhance skills and career opportunities.Three key reasons to pursue Global Security at Murdoch include building expertise to meet rising demands, receiving mentorship from academics on domestic and global issues, and developing communication skills for a competitive edge. Students will learn to apply various approaches to address challenges for organizations and communities, explore international politics and violence, study region-specific issues in areas like Australia and the Middle East, and gain leadership, teamwork, and ethical insights. Graduates are prepared for careers in security analysis, intelligence, law enforcement, foreign affairs, and NGOs, among others.