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NSPO8022 Selected Topic in National Security Policy

NSPO8022 is only available under certain award programs.

Offered By ANU National Security College
Academic Career Graduate Coursework
Course Subject National Security Policy
Offered in Second Semester, 2011, Summer Session, 2012, First Semester, 2012, Autumn Session, 2012, Winter Session, 2012, Second Semester, 2012, and Spring Session, 2012
Unit Value 6 units
Course Description

This course is designed to showcase a new area of teaching for the GSNSP program, which allows students to learn from visiting specialists at the National Security College, or provide an introduction to research in national security.

Learning Outcomes

Given the flexibility of this course, specific learning outcomes will be advised in the course outlines each year, however, all Select Topic courses would enable participants to gain:

  • A deeper understanding of the topic under consideration; and
  • An introduction to research methods and skills.

 

Indicative Assessment

Assessment requirements are aligned to each Select Topic, and will be included in course outlines each year.

Workload

The course will involve weekly seminar discussions and extensive research, with a total workload of 10 hours per week.

Requisite Statement

Participants must have completed either NSPO8001 or NSPO8002.

Candidates for the Graduate Certificate in National Security Policy may not apply. Consent is required for candidates from other graduate programs, including those within the National Security College. 

Recommended Courses

An understanding of Australia’s national security policymaking system and some knowledge of the key security challenges facing Australia is assumed.

Consent Required Consent is required prior to enrolling in this course.
Academic Contact david.connery@anu.edu.au

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