Australia’s location places our nation in one of the most dynamic geopolitical environments in the world.
The University of Melbourne is playing its part in supporting Australia to advance as an ambitious, forward-thinking country prepared to take on the challenges of an increasingly complex security landscape and geopolitical uncertainty.
By developing advanced defence technologies, our research enhances the safety of our defence personnel and strengthens our sovereign capabilities.
We share our expertise to help Australia to face emerging security threats and respond to natural disasters.
Our research also examines the resolution of international disputes through law and policy, supports ethical decision-making and strengthens diplomacy and conflict resolution.
The University of Melbourne advances research success through targeted investment and cross-disciplinary partnership related to national security and defence. We bring technologies to market with clear pathways for research translation.
Research at the University of Melbourne is subject to Australian law. This includes the Export Controls Act and the Defence and Strategic Goods List. It complies with the Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) in defence-related research. It is compliant with and approved under the relevant research ethics and integrity codes and is reviewed by the Research Due Diligence Advisory Group.
As Australia’s leading research University, we engage with the Australian Government, partners and industry projects related to national security and defence.
The University of Melbourne’s distinctive curriculum model is aligned with leading international universities, where professional qualifications are gained at a graduate level. Our graduates leave with advanced technical and professional skills to set them apart in a rapidly changing global context.
Our students learn from world-leading researchers who are addressing complex problems in innovative ways with investigator-led, interdisciplinary collaborations.
First published on 22 March 2024.
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