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    Master of Strategy and Defence

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    Canberra, AUMStratDefIn-person1 year
    A$56,120.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    48
    Credits

    Master of Strategy and Defence at Australian National University is a 48-credit, 1-year, in-person MStratDef program based in Canberra, AU. Tuition is A$56,120.

    About the program

    Covers strategy and defence concepts, Australian strategic policy, military operations, Asian security, with electives in geopolitics, professional skills, and optional language study.

    Focus: coursework
    QS World University Rankings by Subject (Politics): 14

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    Deadlines

    Semester 2 2026
    Jul 17, 2026
    Semester 1 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    not_used
    Min minimum score of 155 for Verbal Reasoning, 155 for Quantitative Reasoning and 4.0 in Analytical Writing
    V 155 · Q 155
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT 80 overall (minimum 20 in Reading and Writing, 18 in Speaking and Listening)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each subtest (Academic version)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485)

    A$36,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Strategy and Defence at Australian National University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Strategy and Defence at Australian National University is A$56,120 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Strategy and Defence at Australian National University online or in-person?
    Master of Strategy and Defence at Australian National University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Strategy and Defence at Australian National University take to complete?
    Master of Strategy and Defence at Australian National University is structured around 1 year and 48 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Strategy and Defence at Australian National University?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum GPA of 4/7
    What work-permit options follow Master of Strategy and Defence at Australian National University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Strategy and Defence at Australian National University: 2 years (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485)