Australian Defence Force Academy
The Australian Defence Force Academy offers a range of postgraduate programs through University of New South Wales (UNSW@ADFA).
The University of New South Wales is one of Australia's most respected universities, with an international reputation for outstanding academic programs and world class research outcomes.
UNSW@ADFA is part of a significant research institution, and offers a supportive and stimulating environment for postgraduate research and coursework study. Coursework or research students studying at UNSW@ADFA, gain all the advantages of studying with one of Australia's largest, most well-established and research intensive tertiary institutions.
The University of New South Wales is a member of Australia's Group of Eight institutions and a member of Universitas 21.
Postgraduate coursework and research programs at UNSW@ADFA maintain currency and relevance in an ever changing environment to meet the needs of Government, Industry and the Business world. The courses within these programs blend a thorough understanding of the knowledge and skills necessary to master a particular discipline area with an appreciation of their practical applications for planning and activities.
These programs have the flexibility to meet the individual needs of entry level students, advanced postgraduate scholars and of professional officers seeking a robust academic framework to enhance their expertise and career prospects.
The long-term relationship between the University of New South Wales and the Department of Defence, means that many postgraduate programs have a Defence orientation. However all research and teaching is undertaken in the context of a balanced and liberal education, and the programs attract an interesting cross-section of Defence and non-Defence students.
UNSW@ADFA offers a broad range of postgraduate research and coursework programs in a small and focused institution, with ready access to academic staff and facilities including a world class library. Students have the opportunity to develop academically on a beautiful campus, coupling the advantages of academic rigour with a small vibrant community environment.
Working closely with Defence and other organisations in the private and public sector, our internationally recognised academic staff are active in pursuing original quality research and building our high research profile. Their research activities ensure that the teaching programs gain strength, vitality and currency and remain relevant in a rapidly changing environment.
Australian Defence College
The Australian Defence College also offers postgraduate qualifications through the Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies and the Australian Command and Staff College. Courses are open to middle level and senior officers and officials working in defence and national security, and are delivered full time over a twelve month period, in Canberra.
The Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies (CDSS) hosts the senior course in Australia for military officers and Government officials engaged in national security issues. The CDSS is responsible for providing Australian and overseas participants with the knowledge and skills required to operate at the strategic level in a complex and modern security environment.
The Australian Command and Staff College (ACSC) offers courses designed to prepare selected career officers for command and staff appointments, and to develop selected Australian Public Servants and professionals working in roles in single Service, joint and integrated environments.
