Master of Public Policy

Course overview

Duration
2 YEAR/S FULL-TIME
Scholarship
YES
Fee
A$34,248
Intake
MARCH , JULY

The Master of Public Policy gives you in-depth knowledge in political, cultural and social theory approaches to public policy and solid understanding of evidence-based policy development and evaluation imbedded within practical research theories and methodologies.

Challenge yourself by taking on Masters' level study and gain transferrable skills to advance your career.

The course is designed to uniquely focus on Northern Australia and its relation to South-East Asia.

You'll explore policy issues in remote contexts, the significance of First Nations peoples and cultures, and the regions proximity to South-East Asia.

Streams include:

  • Education
  • Environment and livelihoods
  • Health and social policy
  • Indigenous contexts
  • Public management and governance
  • Secure and safe communities

The 2 year (full-time) or 4 year (part-time) course, can be studied 100% online or on-campus and culminates in a research project that explores issues of research in policy related fields.

Whilst the structure is mostly prescriptive, there is scope within the course to conceptualise new thinking in an important public policy research project of your choice.

We welcome the opportunity to discuss your ideas and to tailor a course to suit. During course engagement you will receive one-on-one supervision and support from university research, public policy researchers, policy developers and evaluators, and teaching staff.

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Why study humanities and social sciences at CDU?

Interested in world events and where we're heading? Study humanities and social cciences at CDU to dive into global issues like social and political change. You'll develop the critical thinking skills, analytical abilities and creativity to understand society's biggest issues and how to address them.

#1 in Australia for postgraduate teaching quality in humanities and social sciences (GUG 2024)

#2 Australian university for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)

Unique focus on Indigenous and Asia Pacific perspectives

Entry requirements

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, masters degree or equivalent international qualification.

Applicants who don't meet the entry requirements, are advised to contact the course coordinator in the College of Indigenous Future, Education and the Arts by email to cifea_qateam@cdu.edu.au for further advice.

CDU English for Academic Purposes 4 (ZEAP40) Successful completion of EAP004 English for Academic Purposes 4

IELTS Academic Module (including One Skill Retake) A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.

Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) A minimum overall score of 176, with no skill below 169.

Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency A minimum overall grade of C1, valid for three years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.

Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module A minimum overall score of 58 with no score lower than 50.

TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) A minimum overall score of 79 with a minimum writing score of 21.

Fees and scholarship

The annual tuition fee for full time study in 2024 is AUD $34,248.00. This equates to $ $4,281.00 per 10 credit point unit (0.125 EFTSL).

These fees are subject to increases annually, effective at the start of each calendar year.

We offer an exciting and generous range of scholarships to support international students coming to study at CDU from around the globe. Our scholarships reward high-achieving students with outstanding academic accomplishments and who contribute to the potential to make a positive impact on the world.


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