ProviderDeakin UniversityBuild the knowledge and practical skills to influence public life with Deakin’s Graduate Certificate of Politics and Policy. Studied online and part time, this course helps you understand how democratic systems work, how policy is shaped and how governments respond to complex social and economic challenges. This course has been designed by policy experts and taught by academics who bring deep expertise and strong professional networks across politics and policy. Our academics have networks in government, community organisations and UN agencies. You will apply your learning through tasks such as policy briefs and political communication strategies drawn from authentic contexts. Electives give you flexibility to explore areas including accountability, federalism, public opinion and contemporary policy issues in Australia and overseas. By graduation, you will have a strong foundation in politics and ethical policymaking, ready to pursue roles such as policy officer, adviser or analyst.
Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.
To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:
If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.
Current-course cases first, supplemented by same-institution scored cases.
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