Course Level

Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate of Public Policy

Be a change maker and help shape social, environmental, and economic policy in Australia. Our Graduate Certificate of Public Policy will give you the in-demand knowledge and skills to engage in effective and ethical research, analysis and writing for policy development in government or private companies. You will explore a variety of political, cultural and social theory approaches to public policy and gain a solid understanding of evidence-based policy development, evaluation, and practical research theories and methodologies. Study with us: to get a unique perspective on the challenges and characteristics of policy development in Northern Australia including the policy issues in the region's remote contexts, the significance of First Nations people and cultures, and its proximity to South-East Asia. to receive one-on-one supervision and support from university research, public policy researchers, policy developers and evaluators, and teaching staff. for flexible study options; part-time or full-time, either 100% online or on campus. Specialist elective units can be chosen from the postgraduate offerings at Charles Darwin University in a variety of discipline areas including education, emergency and disaster, environment, health, Indigenous knowledges, management and governance, safety and security.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Education and Community Precinct

Part-time - 1 years

N/A
N/A

CDU Online

Part-time - 1 years

N/A
N/A

Structure

This course requires a total of 40 credit points, involving completion of two (2) core units that provide a background and context to the study. Students then select two (2) units from a variety of specialist streams relevant to their field of employment and/or interest.

Entry requirements

  • Successful completion of a recognized bachelor's degree or equivalent international qualification.
  • Applicants who have at least five years of full-time experience in supervisory roles in business, arts or law will also be considered.
  • Applicants must provide further documentation in the form of a curriculum vitae (CV) tailored to the opportunity, along with their application.