Tackle real-world security, intelligence and criminology challenges

At no other point in history has our world experienced security, intelligence and criminology challenges to the extent to which it does today. That’s why there is high demand in the Australian Government, the private sector and globally for specialists with the knowledge, skills and creativity to combat cybercrime, and corporate and national security threats.

At Macquarie, you have the flexibility to specialise in your chosen area of interest, from a broad range of fields that include counterterrorism, criminology, cybersecurity analysis, intelligence, and security and strategic studies. You can also choose from 20 popular double master degrees in these areas.

Our degrees are taught by senior academics and leading industry professionals, allowing you to build professional contacts with experts in Australia and internationally. And when you graduate, you will join our in-demand graduates who work with organisations such as the Australian Federal Police, KPMG, NSW Police, Qantas, cybersecurity consultancies and the Australian Defence Force.

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Did you know

Flexible study options with most units available online.
Industry relevant courses delivered by renowned academics and leading industry professionals.
World-class facilities - Macquarie is home to the $10 million Optus Macquarie University Cyber Security Hub.
Your learning will be enhanced by our location in Macquarie Park Innovation District – one of Australia’s leading high-tech precincts brimming with collaborative, internship and employment opportunities.


“Studying international security and experiencing diverse cultures overseas during my Bachelor degree launched my interest in the sector. Therefore, I applied for a Masters to expand my knowledge and focus my career path. I specialised in intelligence.

Completing an internship with a NSW Police Cybercrime Unit was one of my highlights of the course. I hadn’t previously focussed on this topic, but it was a great experience and I learnt so much from a law enforcement perspective.

The sector is amazingly diverse - people working and studying approach it from various walks of life and multiple perspectives, which I embraced as I was studying.

I’m looking forward to starting work as a cyber security consultant at EY after graduation.”

Sabina Baunin
Master of Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism with Master of International Security Studies graduate

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