Master of Global Security and Justice

The Master of Global Security and Justice has a distinctive emphasis on human security and social justice imperatives. It is interdisciplinary and encompasses domestic and international issues ranging from transnational crime, cybercrime and security, comparative international policing, irregular migration and trafficking, to the exploration of human rights abuses perpetrated across a range of diverse domains. It will equip students with critical thinking and ethical problem-solving skills that will remain resilient to rapid change across different security and political situations. The critically oriented fundamentals of the program will run in tandem with practical and transferable workplace skills that can be tailored to potential graduate careers across various security as well as humanitarian organisations. Study and save: Discounted student fees are available through Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) when undertaking this course in 2026. Offered as a Masters Degree qualification of 160 credit points, it is normally completed in 2 years full-time and 4 years part-time. It is delivered at Western Sydney University's Liverpool City and Parramatta South campuses. Graduates pursue roles such as Research Analyst or Assistant, Research and Development Manager, Intelligence Analyst, Policy Analyst and Border Force Investigations.