Program Overview
The Public Policy in Social Policy at Australian National University is a Master programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Public Policy in Social Policy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 39,024 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 27,312 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Canberra, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Policy in Social Policy programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Public Sector Management
- Development Theories and Themes
- Program Management
- The Economic Way of Thinking 1
- Economics for Government
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants with a Bachelor Degree or Graduate Certificate in a cognate discipline may be eligible for 24 units (one semester) of credit.
- Applicants with a Graduate Diploma or Honours in a cognate discipline may be eligible for 48 units (one year) of credit.
- Credit may also be available for work experience in the field of public policy.
- Students must complete the pre-sessional component to continue to the initial component.
- Students must achieve a minimum 65% weighted average mark in the initial component to continue to the concluding component
- Students who do not achieve a minimum 65% mark in the initial component will be transferred to the Graduate Diploma of Public Policy.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 39,024 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 27,312 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 39,024 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 27,312 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Australian National University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Australian National University
Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Australian National University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-12-17
- Start Date 2018-02-20
- Language English
- Duration 24 months