Master of Intelligence
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Quality intelligence is central to navigating the uncertainty of today’s security environment. As security challenges intensify – from great power competition and transnational crime to climate change and cyber threats – governments, businesses and communities depend on skilled professionals to interpret complexity, assess risks and deliver insight that shapes strategic decisions. Growing demand across national security, policy and corporate sectors highlights the urgent need for intelligence specialists who can combine ethical judgement with analytical excellence. The Master of Intelligence will equip you with both the knowledge and applied skills required to succeed in this critical field. You’ll study the evolution of the intelligence enterprise in Australia and internationally, while engaging directly with real-world concerns through simulations, supervised projects and internships. With specialist units in open-source intelligence, leadership and cyber intelligence, and electives in security, counterterrorism and criminology, you’ll have the flexibility to tailor your degree while building the advanced capabilities employers are seeking.
Official- Duration
- 1 years
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Coursework)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Off-campus
- NSW · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 095115C
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Course overview
Quality intelligence is central to navigating the uncertainty of today’s security environment. As security challenges intensify – from great power competition and transnational crime to climate change and cyber threats – governments, businesses and communities depend on skilled professionals to interpret complexity, assess risks and deliver insight that shapes strategic decisions. Growing demand across national security, policy and corporate sectors highlights the urgent need for intelligence specialists who can combine ethical judgement with analytical excellence. The Master of Intelligence will equip you with both the knowledge and applied skills required to succeed in this critical field. You’ll study the evolution of the intelligence enterprise in Australia and internationally, while engaging directly with real-world concerns through simulations, supervised projects and internships. With specialist units in open-source intelligence, leadership and cyber intelligence, and electives in security, counterterrorism and criminology, you’ll have the flexibility to tailor your degree while building the advanced capabilities employers are seeking.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent or Meet two of the following three criteria: - AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent - Minimum two years relevant approved work experience at senior management level, professional certification or other recognised prior learning - AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65 Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
Academic qualifications
Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.
Prior tertiary weighted average mark
WAM 65%
65%
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent or Meet two of the following three criteria: - AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent - Minimum two years relevant approved work experience at senior management level, professional certification or other recognised prior learning - AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
Additional entry requirement
Recognised AQF-7-equivalent bachelor degree; course-specific WAM, discipline, qualification or experience; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | North Ryde | 22 February 2027 | — | $45,000per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | North Ryde | 26 July 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Off-campus | 26 July 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Off-campus | 22 February 2027 | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
Off-campus
PrimaryNSW
North Ryde
NSW
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Intelligencemq.edu.au
- Macquarie Universitymq.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- Academic Entry for International Students - Undergraduate (July 2026)Official source
- Macquarie Undergraduate Course Guide 2027Official source
- Academic entry requirements for international studentsOfficial source
- Macquarie official 2027 Coursefinder pagesOfficial source
- Macquarie English language requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source