Master of Policy (Social Policy)

The objective of the Master of Policy is to allow pass graduates in Arts with other approved areas of study or experience, to pursue advanced studies in theoretical and practical aspects of contemporary Australian social policy. The tightly structured program will prepare students for work in corporations, government or voluntary organisations, or in policy related areas. Students shall be admitted under the Rules covering the Masters Degree, with the additional qualifications below.

Entry to the Degree
Normal entry requires a pass Bachelor with a major study in a relevant field.

Degree Program
Students are required to complete successfully an approved program of study of 48 credit points drawn from the list below. Students shall not include in their program subjects substantially similar to those already completed as part of their previous undergraduate or graduate studies. Students shall discuss their proposed program with the Co-ordinator of the Master of Policy (Social Policy) prior to enrolment.

Students may be required to undertake additional work as a pre-requisite for subjects included in the Schedule below. The Master of Policy shall be available as a part-time and full-time program. Full-time students are expected to complete the degree in two academic sessions, part-time students in not less than three and not more than six academic sessions.