Dr. David Brewster

Associate Professor

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Biography

David Brewster is a Senior Research Fellow at the National Security College of the Australian National University. His work focuses on Indian Ocean and Indo-Pacific maritime security. He has previously served as Distinguished Research Fellow at the Australia India Institute at the University of Melbourne, and he is a frequent speaker at international security conferences, representing Australia in significant security and defense dialogues. Brewster has authored numerous publications on security developments in the Indian Ocean and Indo-Pacific regions. His book contributions include 'India Asia Pacific Power,' reflecting on India's strategic role and aspirations in global affairs, and the latest edited volume 'India China Sea: Competition for Naval Dominance in the Indian Ocean,' which analyzes Indian and Chinese naval strategies. In 2021, he released a major report titled 'Australia's Sea: Facing a Multipolar Future in the Indian Ocean,' outlining a new strategic roadmap for Australia’s engagement with the region. Brewster holds a PhD from the Australian National University and degrees from Columbia University and the University of Sydney. His research interests encompass Indian Ocean security, India's defense relationships, and broader Indo-Pacific maritime dynamics.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Fellow

— Present

National Security College, Australian National University • Canberra, ACT, Australia

Research and analysis on Indian Ocean security and Indo-Pacific strategies.

Requirements for Australian National University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
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  • Curriculum Vitae
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Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.