National Security: Threats, Risks and Responses
Single subject — no qualification is awarded on completion. Credits toward the qualifications listed below.
This subject is FEE-HELP eligible, so eligible students can defer the $4,320 fee as a government loan and pay nothing upfront.
Fees and funding are indicative only. Confirm your eligibility and final costs with the provider.
About this subject
National security touches nearly every aspect of modern life. From climate change-induced disasters to cyber-attacks, terrorism, biosecurity threats, foreign interference, and rising tensions between global powers, the risks facing nations and communities are complex, evolving, and deeply interconnected. Even when not directly impacted by these threats, individuals and organisations often experience the effects of the policies and strategies implemented in response. This unit challenges students to critically engage with key national security threats and assess their implications for government, business, and civil society. Through analysing case studies and policy, and scenario planning, students will explore how national security risks are identified, evaluated, and addressed. Emphasis is placed on analysing real-world events, examining competing strategic responses, and developing practical skills in policy development and communication. By the end of the unit, students will be able to assess threats, formulate effective responses, and communicate policy recommendations to a range of stakeholders.
National Security: Threats, Risks and Responses is a standalone subject at Macquarie University in NSW. Completing it does not award a qualification. Credit may apply toward the qualifications listed on this page.
No qualification credit mapping has been indexed for this subject yet. The provider may still grant credit toward a related award — confirm with Macquarie University before enrolling.
Macquarie University is the awarding provider. Recorded study modes are Online. Typical duration is listed as 13 weeks. The subject is listed at 25 credit points. Eligible students may defer fees through FEE-HELP.
Details on this page are compiled from the provider's published subject information and government registers. Fees, intakes and credit rules can change — confirm current details with Macquarie University before enrolling.
Listing facts
- Type
- Single subject
- National code
- MAQ-PICX8091
- Field of education
- Information technology
- Provider
- Macquarie University
- Credit points
- 25
- Study mode
- Online
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Qualifications listed
- 0
- FEE-HELP
- Eligible
Prerequisites
Prior study required