Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Security Studies
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Security Studies
Summary The Bachelor of Arts has been reimagined by our world-leading academics in consultation with industry partners and public-sector organisations, so you can be assured you’ll acquire the transferable and technical skills needed for success in today’s and tomorrow’s workplaces. Our approach allows you to turn your passion into a…
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Summary
The Bachelor of Arts has been reimagined by our world-leading academics in consultation with industry partners and public-sector organisations, so you can be assured you’ll acquire the transferable and technical skills needed for success in today’s and tomorrow’s workplaces. Our approach allows you to turn your passion into a career by exploring your interests in-depth, and by honing your skills and knowledge through practical experiences and expert teaching. Our practice-oriented Bachelor of Security Studies will prepare you to meet the needs of this rapidly changing sector by teaching you about security from a range of perspectives, including risk management, emergency response, national resilience, business continuity planning, law enforcement and the use of military force. And by learning to think critically and develop solutions by using real-world analytical techniques to examine contemporary security challenges, you’ll gain key employability skills.
Key features
Showcase to employers your technical and transferable skills
Create a digital portfolio to demonstrate your skills, workplace experience and extracurricular activities. Enjoy learning in the brand-new arts precinct
Study in flexible open classroom spaces that can be used for a wide range of teaching and learning activities. Participate in scenario exercises and dynamic simulations
Gain experience in operational planning, innovation and policy evaluation by using scenario exercises and dynamic simulations. Undertake overseas exchange with security and defence programs
Hone your skills alongside experts in Europe, North America, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand or the Philippines.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Arts manager
Business consultant
Business manager
Entrepreneur
Game designer
Intelligence analyst
Intelligence and security specialist
Journalist
Lobbyist
Market or social researcher
Military officer
Policy adviser
Project manager
Radio producer or presenter
Risk analyst
Security consultant
Employers
Accounting firms
Airlines
Banks and financial institutions
Consulting firms
Cybersecurity and intelligence agencies
Defence agencies
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Legal service providers
Media, creative or communications agencies
Multinational corporations
Museums
NGOs
Police and law enforcement agencies
Public service
Regulatory authorities
Start-ups
Technology and telecommunications companies
Universities
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
