Master of International Security

Coursework master’s

The Master of International Security is a multidisciplinary course of study drawing on international relations, strategic studies, political science, religion, area studies, political and human geography, and military history.

In the Master of International Security, you will learn the principles, theory, and practice of international security. You will also carry out independent research and planning in a security context. Our committed and supportive staff will encourage you to pursue your intellectual and professional interests and develop your own area of specialization. You will also benefit from our close relationships with partner agencies in the security sector. Questions that you will consider on this program include:

• What geopolitical forces shape the international security environment?
• What are the historical, geographical and political dynamics that have shaped New Zealand's strategic environment?
• What are the causes, key protagonists and consequences of different types of political violence?
• What are the challenges to intervention, peace and stabilization operations?
• Does state-building work?
• What are the new emerging threats to international security?