Our research examines the resolution of international disputes through law and supports ethical decision-making.
The University of Melbourne is unpacking assumptions on the causes and effects of ethical conduct within the military.
Some of our researchers have worked as legal specialists or advocates in foreign affairs or within defence forces. We have a broad range of international law expertise.
Our partnerships with government and industry help provide Australia with the expertise to keep the nation safe.
Defence ethics
We unpack and challenge assumptions on the causes and effects of ethical and unethical conduct within the armed forces using critical conceptual approaches. We deliver training in defence ethics, leadership, character and culture, as well as ethics and conduct in military affairs, and human ethics of new military technology. Our training also encompasses challenges like structural bias, and gender and ethics in military leadership.
Military and international law and politics
Our researchers examine the intersection of military operations and international law. Some have worked as legal specialists or advocates in foreign affairs or within defence forces. We have expertise and provide advice in international institutional law, international criminal law, and international humanitarian law. This capability also includes human rights law, peace operations, state building, and accountability and responsibility.
Military decision-making
We research military team dynamics and decision-making. Our research has helped optimise extreme decision-making through trust, voice, learning and adaptive leadership in submarine command crews, funded by the Defence Science and Technology Group-led Research Network for Undersea Decision Superiority.
First published on 22 March 2024.
Share this article
Keep reading
-
National security and defence capabilities
-
Why partner with us
Partner with the University of Melbourne. Join a community where the world’s best minds help solve the biggest global challenges of our time.
-
Collaborate with us
Explore some of the many ways you can partner with us to help your organisation excel.
-
Facilities and resources
Discover the University’s facilities and resources – with rare collections, archives, digital expertise, technology, museums and galleries.