Course code: #SP-PAGOV
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The Master of Public Policy at UWA is designed to give students a holistic understanding of the role of the government in economic activity, public policy decision-making and the law.
With seminars led by scholars, the course is complemented with guest lectures from leading practitioners, and case studies that provide students with multiple opportunities to apply what they have learned to effectively address public, social, economic and legal issues.
The Public Administration and Governance specialisation focuses on the governance aspects of public policy.
It prepares students to become future leaders of national and international government organisations and non-profit organisations.
It is designed to give students a solid academic foundation to enable them to formulate, implement, and evaluate public policies, and provide them with a wealth of knowledge to respond proactively and strategically to economic and social needs.
Students will explore the political, economic and social forces that shape a wide range of contemporary public policy issues, such as climate change, inequality and poverty, and pandemics.
$54,625
| Cost of living | 1 person | $10,620 |
| Accommodation | 1 bed room | $14,625 |
| Tuition | 1 person | $40,000 |
Note: All transcripts must be in English.
The UWA Centre for English Language Teaching offers two ways, or pathways, to improve English language proficiency to the level required by the University for entry into its undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
| Course | Entry Requirements: | Lead to | Duration |
| IELTS (Academic format) | 5.5 with no band score below 5.0 6.0 with no band score below 5.5 | Direct entry to most under- and post-graduate courses | 20 weeks 10 weeks |
| TOEFL IBT | 58 with a minimum score of writing 16, speaking 15, listening & reading 7 68 with a minimum score of writing 20, speaking 17, listening 11, reading 12 | Direct entry to most under- and post- graduate courses | 20 weeks 10 weeks |
| Pearson Test of English (Academic) | 46 overall with no individual score below 42 54 overall with no individual score below 46 | Direct entry to most under- and post- graduate courses | 20 Weeks 10 Weeks |
(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and either:
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
or
(c) at least two years of professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Public Policy at UWA.
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