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    Macquarie University

    Bachelor in Security Studies and Laws

    Sydney, Australia5 yearsTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • Tuition 10% below the typical bachelor's
    • Scholarships available for international students
    • No application fee

    About Bachelor in Security Studies and Laws

    For Bachelor in Security Studies and Laws, the application deadline for the Jul 2027 intake is Mar 1, 2027, while the tuition fee is 41,000 AUD per year.

    The Bachelor in Security Studies and Laws is a double degree program at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. It's for students who want to learn about security studies and law. This program helps students develop skills in security and risk management, as well as critical thinking about the law.

    The curriculum covers core zones of both degrees, including security studies and law. Students learn about security from different perspectives, including risk management, emergency response, and law enforcement. They also study law subjects like contracts, criminal justice, and international law, as well as critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

    Graduates of this program can pursue careers as security analysts, risk managers, emergency response specialists, lawyers, and policy advisors. They can work in industries like government, private security companies, and law enforcement agencies, and for employers like the Australian government, private security firms, and international organizations.

    About Macquarie University

    Macquarie University in Sydney, founded in 1964, is a large, research-led institution with around 45,000 students, including roughly 10,000 international learners. Located in a dynamic metropolitan region, Macquarie blends modern campus facilities with purpose-built research centres and green spaces. Its broad curriculum covers arts, business, science, engineering and health, and the university emphasises an interdisciplinary approach that encourages critical thinking and practical problem solving.

    Academically, Macquarie combines taught degrees with research opportunities and industry-facing placements, so students gain workplace experience alongside theoretical study. Specialist facilities and entrepreneurship hubs support innovation, while career services and employer links in Sydney help students access internships and graduate roles. Small-group tutorials, academic skills workshops and supervised research pathways ensure international students can integrate quickly and build strong academic foundations.

    Campus life is culturally diverse and student-focused, with clubs, societies, accommodation choices and wellbeing services that support study-life balance and community integration. Global partnerships and exchange options expand learning beyond Australia and enable collaborative research experiences. Prospective international applicants should check program entry requirements, scholarship options and visa timelines early; Macquarie’s international student advisers offer targeted support for applications, English preparation and transition planning.

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    This program's tuition is 10% below the typical bachelor's in Australia.

    The median annual fee for that cohort is31,896 USD per year, a comparison figure across 2,637 programs billed per year on Global Admissions.

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    English Test Requirement

    This program asks forIELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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    Bachelor in Security Studies and Laws: Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the fees for Bachelor in Security Studies and Laws?
    Tuition: AUD 41,000 per year. Service fee: USD 8.
    What are the entry requirements for Bachelor in Security Studies and Laws?
    Entry requirements include: Education: High School; Academic performance: Grade A (70%+, GPA 3+); English: IELTS 5.5-6.0; Minimum age: 18.
    How long is the Bachelor in Security Studies and Laws program?
    The program duration is 5 year.
    What is the application deadline?
    The application deadline is 2027-03-01.
    Is Bachelor in Security Studies and Laws available online?
    This is an on-campus program at Macquarie University in Sydney.

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