Overview

Throughout this Public Policy program from the RMIT University, you will learn how you can contribute to positive policy outcomes, and participate in debates regarding power, politics and complexity.

Taught by leading policy academics and industry professionals, the course reflects the latest debates, issues and approaches to global, national and local policymaking and development.

Career

As a graduate, you will be able to make sense of critical issues in society, confidently argue about the nature of policy problems, and engage in policy development and implementation practices that contribute to positive policy outcomes.

Graduates often work as policymakers, advisors, managers and advocates.

You’ll be able to work independently and collaboratively in teams as a lifelong learner and reflective practitioner. You will have gained skills that are transferable and relevant in a global context. These skills relate to research, policy analysis, professional communication and problem-solving.

Graduates are highly employable in human services organisations, community-based agencies, various levels of government and, increasingly, in corporate and private enterprise.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Global Governance

Social and Political

Policy Making

Social Policy

Research Strategies - Social Sciences

Policy Design and Implementation

Policy Making and Indigenous Peoples

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-03-03 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-07-21 00:00:00

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More details

National: Applications will be accepted for each program until all places are filled, so ensure you apply as early as possible for your application to be considered.

Int: Applicants who are required to apply for a student visa are recommended to apply and accept their offers for minimum of 4 weeks prior to program’s commencement date to allow sufficient visa processing time.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Public Policy View 36 other Masters in Public Policy in Australia

Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS number: 079593F

You must have successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) with a minimum GPA of 2.5 (out of 4.0).

You may also be considered if you have significant work experience or professional practice.

Tuition Fee

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International

37440 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 37440 AUD per year during 24 months.
National

28800 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28800 AUD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Melbourne

1501 - 2659 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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