Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours) at The University of Queensland Australia

The Bachelor of Political Science is the only dedicated Political Science degree in Australia. The ANU has some of the world’s finest political scientists, and was the only Australian university to receive a 5 (“well above world class”) in both of the Excellence in Research for Australia’s reports. Located in the national capital, the ANU is the only university with a right to place interns in Australian Parliament House. The Bachelor of Political Science will give you the knowledge, theoretical understandings, and practical skills that underpin a successful career that engages with politics.

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.

Our program is designed to develop the skills and knowledge you need to gather and analyse a range of economic, demographic and social data, to evaluate public policies and programs, and to participate in policy design, advocacy and communication.

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.