Master of Strategic Studies

The Australian National University
HC Coombs Building, 8 Fellows Rd, Acton ACT 2601, Australia | Founded: 1946 | Public, University | School ID: 000100
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Level Master's degree
Length 1.5 years
Study Mode on campus
Application Fee AUD 150
Tuition AUD 53,700
Cost of Living AUD 23,593

Program Description

The Master of Strategic Studies is a two-year program that explores the theory and practice of strategy, defense, and security. It covers topics such as military history, international security, and strategic policy development. Graduates are prepared for careers in defense, government, intelligence, and security analysis.


Program Requirements

Language Requirements
Test Overall Score Listening Reading Writing Speaking
IELTS 6.5 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0
PTE - A 64.0 55.0 55.0 55.0 55.0
TOEFL 80.0 18.0 20.0 20.0 18.0

Academic Scores

Scale Minimum Score Required
GPA Scale (0-4.00) 3.00

Program Intakes

February, 2026
May, 2026
July, 2026