Bachelor of Public Policy
The Australian National University (ANU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00120C
Are you seeking a dynamic career in politics, the public service, advocacy organisations, not for profit social and community services or private industry?The ANU Bachelor of Public Policy equips you with a comprehensive understanding of Australian public policies and related international policies.This well regarded education experience includes the Applied Policy Project, in which you will be engaged in an intensive student led investigation of a policy issue or controversy relevant to your interests. You may also have the opportunity to attend the Australian National Internships Program.
Structure
- The Bachelor of Public Policy requires completion of 144 units, of which:
- A maximum of 60 units may come from completion of 1000 level courses
- A minimum of 18 units must come from completion of 3000 level courses and
- A minimum of 12 units of courses tagged as Transdisciplinary Problem Solving
Subjects
- POLS1009 Introduction to Data and Methods for Political Science and International Relations
- POLS2002 Public Policy: Theory and Practice
- SOCY2101 Social Policy: Principles and Practice
- DEMO1001 Global Population Challenges
- ECON1101 Microeconomics 1
- ECON1102 Macroeconomics 1
- SOCY1002 Self and Society
- DEMO2002 Population Analysis
- EMET1001 Foundations of Economic and Financial Models
- EMET2007 Econometrics I: Econometric Methods
- POLS2044 Quantitative Methods in Political Science and International Relations
- POLS2045 Qualitative Methods in Political Science and International Relations Research
- SOCY2038 Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods
- SOCY2043 Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods
- SOCR3001 Data for Decision Making
- SOCY3169 Online Research Methods
- ECON2131 Public Sector Economics
- PHIL2122 Philosophy and Public Policy
- POLS3009 Bureaucracy, Politics and Power
- POLS2130 Public Choice
- SOCY2030 Social Inequalities and Development
- ANIP3003 Australian National Internships Program A
- CRIM2005 Alcohol, Drugs and Crime: Promoting Health and Preventing Consequences
- CRIM2009 Corruption in Our World
- CRIM3005 Diversity and Crime: Equality in the Criminal Justice System
- DEMO3001 Population Policy Case Studies
- DEMO3002 Demographic Research Internship
- ECON2900 Development Poverty and Famine
- ECON3023 Economic Policy Issues
- ENVS3028 Environmental Policy
- ENVS3033 International Environmental Policy
- HLTH2001 Health Systems and Policy: An Introduction
- INDG1002 Resilience, Responsibility, and Resurgence: First Peoples Experiences and Ways of Being
- INDG3001 First Nations Peoples, the State and Public Policy in Australia
- INDG3003 First Peoples Economic Self determination and Prosperity in the Australian Economy
- SOCY3001 Research Internship
Standard entry requirements
- At a minimum, all applicants must meet program specific academic/non academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not guarantee entry into the program.
- In line with the universitys admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canberra | International: $151,500 | No |
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