Program Requirements
The Graduate Diploma of Public Policy requires the completion of 48 units, which must consist of:
48 units from completion of courses listed in one of the following Masters Degrees:
MCLCH Master of Climate Change
MEREC Master of Environmental and Resource Economics
MEMDV Master of Environmental Management and Development
MIDEC Master of International and Development Economics
MPUAD Master of Public Administration
MPUBP Master of Public Policy
Admission Requirements
The Graduate Diploma of Public Policy is an exit Award only and is not available for direct admission.
Indicative fees
- Annual indicative fee for domestic students
- $33,430.00
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $47,940.00
For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees
Fee Information
All students are required to pay the Services and amenities fee (SA Fee)
The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.
For further information on Fees and Payment please see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
The Graduate Diploma of Public Policy is an exit Award only and is not available for direct admission.
Career Options
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We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the degree, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key debates and thinking in the field of public policy, in Australia and globally
- Engage in debates and analysis of public policy issues and practical challenges across diverse contexts
- Demonstrate knowledge of research principles and methodologies relevant to the field of public policy
- Analyse, synthesise and communicate policy problems from multiple perspectives
- Develop policy recommendations in response to problems in changing policy environments
- Understand challenges relating to management, implementation and evaluation of public policies and respond to these
