Defence Industry

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Defence Industry short courses

Defence courses that go beyond the basics

Designed and delivered by top military academics, defence industry specialists and former service personnel, UNSW Canberra’s defence force short courses will take your defence career to new heights.

With flexible course delivery to suit you – including in-person, on-campus, online and hybrid options – our defence courses will see you develop your skills, learn new ones and connect with other defence force personnel, all while continuing your existing work commitments.

Upcoming courses

Radio Frequency Radiation Safety Officer Level 2

2 - 4 December, Online

 

Learn about radio frequency (RF) radiation safety practices and legislative requirements for personnel with management responsibility for radio transmitting devices and personnel with more general health and safety responsibilities for workplaces where radio transmitters are present.

Safety Management Systems

4 - 6 December, In-Person or Online

 

Learn basic, intermediate, and advanced Safety Management Systems (SMS) concepts and applications for operational environments such as aviation and other safety critical domains.

Systems Thinking for a Complex World

Join anytime - Self-paced, Online

 

Discover state-of-the-art concepts and tools of Systems Thinking (ST), their applications to complex decision making and problem-solving across a range of fields.

Conflict in the Indo-Pacific

Join anytime - Self-paced, Online

 

Discover the historical roots and evolution of conflicts in the Indo-Pacific region, how they have shaped its geopolitical landscape and the future trends and impacts of conflict in the region.

International Criminal Justice

Join anytime -Self-paced, Online

 

DIscover the foundational concepts of international crimes and examine how international law defines war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, and aggression.

 

Data and Decision Analytics: Advanced

17 - 20 February, In-Person

 

Learn decision making tools and techniques, and gain skills on the use of Excel Solver in solving practical decision making problems.

Mission Engineering Primer

17 - 18 February, In-Person or Online

 

Discover the principles and practices that drive success in complex mission-driven activities.

 

Targeted training for all defence employees

Our defence courses teach fundamental people and crisis management skills across business, leadership and communication, as well as more technical modules specific to the military sector, such as maritime security, aeronautics and avionics, and naval combat and weapons systems.

With short courses ranging from one day to three weeks in length, you’ll instantly grasp principles and practices integral to your career in defence. Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge in your current field or explore another area of defence training, our short courses will level-up your skills quickly and efficiently.

Invest in your future at UNSW Canberra

At UNSW Canberra, we’ve trained thousands of members of the Australian Army, Royal Australian Navy and Royal Australian Air Force at ADFA over the past 50 years. Our comprehensive understanding of the Australian Defence Force and Australian intelligence services means you’ll gain essential knowledge and skills to take into the next stage of your defence career. Our military courses are suitable for all skill levels, whether you’re a fresh new recruit or a seasoned defence force serviceperson.

All our defence force short courses can also be tailored for in-house delivery with your organisation or department, so your entire team can learn new knowledge and skills immediately.