Strategic Studies

Please note: Information on this page relates to the 2013 academic year unless otherwise stated.

This subject is taught by the School of History, Philosphy, Political Science and International Relations.

Overview

Our postgraduate qualifications in Strategic Studies allow students to understand today’s leading strategic issues in their global, regional and New Zealand contexts. The Master of Strategic Studies, Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Studies and Postgraduate Certificate in Strategic Studies are designed for domestic and international students who are seeking policy, analytical and research careers in many fields.

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Postgraduate Information

The School of History, Philosophy, Political Science and International Relations (HPPI) offers the following 500-level qualifications in Strategic Studies:

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How to Find out More

The teaching of Strategic Studies courses is led by the Centre for Strategic Studies which is located within the School of History, Philosophy, Political Science and International Relations.

For further information on Strategic Studies options, please contact:

Professor Robert Ayson
Centre for Strategic Studies
Telephone: (04) 463 6445
Email: robert.ayson@vuw.ac.nz

More information can be found on the Strategic Studies web page.

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Courses

Students are also encouraged to consider relevant courses in the following two areas:

International Relations Honours courses including INTP 442: Asian Security (30-point courses).

Strategy courses offered by the School of Government including MMPM 533: Special Topic: Strategic Analysis and MMPM 534: Strategic Thinking (15-point courses).

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List of Courses


500 Level Courses

STRA 519 – Research Essay

STRA 526 – Dissertation

STRA 527 – Project

STRA 531 – Strategic Studies

STRA 532 – Asia-Pacific Strategy and Security

STRA 533 – New Zealand Defence and Security Policy

STRA 534 – Special Topic: Interventions: Wars, Disasters and Other Crises

STRA 535 – Special Topic: The Contemporary Security Environment and New Zealand's Response

STRA 536 – Special Topic: Allies & Adversaries: Understanding Strategic Relationships

STRA 537 – Approved course of study