The Online class is for students enrolled in the Master of Global Securities and Strategy. Students in other programs will need permission to enrol
This course analyses key approaches, institutions, and contemporary issues in global security. The course outlines different conceptual approaches to the study of global security and introduces students to core terms and debates in security studies. A central focus is how these approaches are applied to issues such as great power competition, the prospects for cooperation under conditions of uncertainty about the future, and the balance between justice and order in addressing global security threats. The course also looks at the architecture of global security governance, including alliances, international organisations, international regimes and international law. The course also looks into contemporary global security challenges such as arms racing, environmental security, and the challenges presented by new technologies.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Demonstrate a knowledge of the key theoretical and conceptual tools used to explain contemporary global security issues
- Understand the major empirical developments that shape the contemporary global security environment
- Analyse and critically examine these conceptual and empirical developments and advance their own views on these issues
- Employ effective writing and communication skills in the assessment of the theories and practices of global security
- Apply lessons from relevant historical episodes to contemporary security challenges and articulate the policy implications of applying these lessons
Other Information
The course is conducted through seminars with an emphasis on interactive teaching aimed at engaging all students in active participation.
Indicative Assessment
- Weekly online reading quiz (10) [LO 1,3]
- Op-ed piece (1,000 words) (25) [LO 1,3,4,5]
- Research Essay (2,000 words) (35) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
- Final Examination (2,000 words) (30) [LO 1,2,3,4]
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Workload
Approximately 130 hours comprising seminars as well as associated preparation, independent study, and assessment time.
Please note this is a general guide, averaged over the semester and the final hours ultimately depend on the individual's ability in reading and writing.
Inherent Requirements
Not applicable
Prescribed Texts
To be advised.
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 14
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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Class summaries, if available, can be accessed by clicking on the View link for the relevant class number.
Winter Session
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6425 | 01 Jul 2026 | TBA | TBA | 30 Sep 2026 | Online | N/A |