Bachelor of Public Policy at Australian National University

Boost your career potential and gain an advanced understanding of 21st century governance and public policy. UQ brings world-class scholars, policy practitioners and cutting-edge researchers together to deliver a first-class learning experience for those looking to develop a career in governance and policy. Housed in the Graduate Centre in Governance and International Affairs within UQ's School of Political Science and International Studies, the 1.5 year full-time (or part-time equivalent) Masters program aims to take your student experience to a new level and boost your quality and employability as a future leader. As a student, you'll undertake high-level coursework choosing from 40 subjects and projects to gain practical knowledge and research skills, and a critical, inquiring approach to questions of governance and policy development in the modern world. You'll gain a deeper understanding of how governments operate and the major public issues confronting our society, across areas such as community and international policy, governance and development, and resource management. Program highlights Interact with world-class scholars and policy practitioners, and work closely with top-rated researchers in the field. Be exposed to leading thinkers in the public, private and community sectors on a regular basis. access a range of public bodies at international, federal and state level through an acclaimed internship scheme. Choose to include an internship, a research project or participation in the Graduate Centre Mentorship program.

The Master of Public Policy will give you a multidisciplinary understanding of the role of government in economic activity and public administration and governance. The course focuses on how government interacts with the economy, law and society. Topics taught include: economic growth, stability, taxation, infrastructure provision, regulation, health, defence, education, comparative law, theories of justice and punishment, public international law and social security.