Master of International Security in International Law

The University of Sydney

Understand traditional and emerging security challenges and apply theories to current events and policy debates. Explore complex, interconnected issues such as causes and consequences of war ethnic, religious and ideological conflict and threats from climate change, disease and nuclear proliferation. We will draw on economics, political science, law, business, public health and more. We provide an extraordinary depth and breadth of study. Our teachers are actively engaged with the policy community and regularly undertake field research within the region. Through our Centre for International Security Studies, you will have the opportunity to take classes in international relations, public policy and Australian politics, and receive broad training in international security. The Department of Government and International Relations has links to some of the major policy think tanks in Australia, such as the Australian Institute of International Affairs, and the Lowy Institute.The specialisation permits the study of core areas of international law, while also offering a variety of specialisations in both public and private international law. Study is informed by the Sydney Centre for International Law (SCIL), a leading centre of research, teaching and practice in international law in Australia and the Asia Pacific region. SCIL promotes public debate on international legal issues, advises governments and non-government organisations, and in recent years has worked in development programs in Nepal, Iraq and the Philippines. The Centre hosts a series of free public seminars on cutting edge issues of international law. Study includes international law in relation to: business, commercial arbitration, the environment, human rights, the use of armed force, refugees, immigration and nationality, tax treaties, international taxation, and electives focusing on Chinese, Japanese and Indonesian law.

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