INTR71-102: Security and Strategy

Description

This subject is designed as a postgraduate level introduction to the study of security and strategy in the contemporary world. Students gain an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings and policy applications of the fast-evolving field of security studies, including strategic planning. The subject covers a broad range of approaches and issues, from traditional military security issues and associated strategies to non-traditional ones such as pandemics and climate change.

Subject details

Learning outcomes

1. Understand contending approaches to the study of security and strategy
2. Analyse contemporary security policies and practices from a conceptual perspective
3. Understand the policy and strategic framework for addressing the challenges posed by the contemporary international security environment

Enrolment requirements

Subject outlines

• May 2020 [Standard]
• May 2019 [Intensive]
• May 2018 [Intensive - Weeks 2 & 7]
• May 2017 [Intensive - Weeks 2 & 7]

Subject dates