Master of Policy (Social Policy)

Overview
The objective of the Master of Policy is to allow suitably qualified or experienced graduates to study theoretical and practical aspects of contemporary social policy. The program develops skills in policy
analysis, applied social research and communications to prepare students for work in community services, public administration, voluntary organisations or private consultancy. Students shall be admitted under the Rules covering the Masters Degree, with the additional qualifications below.

Entry Requirements
Normal entry requires a pass Bachelor with a major study in a relevant field.

Course Requirements
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.

*These subjects have been added to the list of electives for 2004 only.