Master of Global Security and Justice

About the course

The Master of Global Security and Justice focuses on human security and social justice in domestic and international contexts. You’ll explore issues such as transnational crime, cybercrime and security, international policing, irregular migration and trafficking, and human rights abuses. The course combines critically oriented foundations with practical, transferable workplace skills for evolving security and political environments. This is a Master coursework degree in global security and justice.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across security, justice and humanitarian organisations, applying research, analysis and policy skills to complex global challenges. Career paths may include research analyst/assistant, intelligence analyst, policy analyst, criminologist, and roles connected to border force investigations, criminal investigations and criminal justice project management. Opportunities also extend to counterterrorism research and work across policing, courts and corrections. This is a Master coursework degree for careers in security and justice.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)