Master of Politics and Policy

Deakin University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00113B

In the 21st century, the world faces an array of complex political problems including climate change, disease pandemics, ethnic and religious conflict, refugee crises and new forms of populism and authoritarianism. Deakins Master of Politics and Policy will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to understand these complex global challenges and develop policy that will bring about positive social change.

Structure

To complete the Master of Politics and Policy, you must pass 8 or 12 credit points.

Subjects

  • Accountability and corporate social responsibility
  • Challenges to democratic governance
  • Enaging for change
  • Governance and accountability
  • Intergovernmental relations
  • Managing public expenditure
  • Policy and program evalutaion
  • Political communication
  • Political values and public policy
  • Public policy analysis
  • Rethinking democracy
  • Qualitative research
  • Quantitative research

Standard entry requirements

  • 1 year full time (or part time equivalent) – 8 credit points:
  • Completion of a bachelor degree in a related discipline and at least two years of relevant work experience (or part time equivalent)
  • Completion of a bachelor honours degree in a related discipline
  • Completion of a graduate certificate or graduate diploma or higher in a related discipline
  • 1.5 years full time (or part time equivalent) 12 credit points:
  • Completion of a bachelor degree in any discipline and at least two years of relevant work experience (or part time equivalent)
  • Completion of a bachelor degree in a related discipline

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
Cloud(online) International: $38,400 No
  • Online/Off-campus : 1 year

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