Master of Arts (Strategic Studies)
The MA(SS) is a 72-unit degree: 48 units are gained through coursework and 24 units of research either by:
1. completing a 10,000-15,000 word sub-thesis, a literature review and seminar paper via the Strategic Studies Sub-thesis "pathway"; or
2. completing a three month internship, a 7,000 - 8,000 word research report, a 2,000 word research proposal, a 3,000 word mid-term report, and an oral presentation of key research findings.
In the coursework component, candidates are required to complete:
Two compulsory 12-unit courses
STST8001 Strategic Studies
STST8002 Grand Strategies in the Asia-Pacific
And 24 units of other courses including at least 18 units of SDSC elective courses (see Summary of Courses link above) and up to one cross-campus course from an approved list (see http://rspas.anu.edu.au/gssd/)
Candidates are required to undertake the 24 unit sub-thesis or internship once they have achieved a Distinction average in the coursework component of their degree with a minimum grade of Pass in any course undertaken and at least an average of 75% in their two core courses (or their equivalents). To graduate with the MA(SS) candidates need to complete the sub-thesis or internship at a Distinction level or higher. Candidates not meeting this requirement may be eligible to transfer to graduate with the MSS.
The information published on the Study at ANU 2011 website applies to the 2011 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2010 website.
