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About the course
The Master of Public Policy develops advanced knowledge of public policy through political, cultural and social theory, alongside evidence-based policy development and evaluation using practical research methodologies. With a distinctive focus on northern Australia and its links to South-East Asia, you will examine policy challenges in remote contexts and the significance of First Nations peoples and cultures. Study online or on campus and complete a supervised policy research project at masters level.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue roles across government and the private sector where policy capability is required. Typical opportunities include working as a policy researcher, policy adviser, policy analyst or policy writer, contributing to evidence-based planning, programme evaluation and strategy development. The course’s emphasis on research methods and policy issues relevant to northern Australia, remote settings and First Nations contexts supports careers addressing complex public policy challenges at a masters level.
Career outcome
Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as intelligence analyst, higher education lecturer, policymaker, academic, art curator, content manager, and etc. in companies including United Nations, World Bank, International Monetary Fund, SAGE Publications, Walt Disney, and etc.Living Costs in Darwin**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,130 - 1,495 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 961 - 1,271 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 6 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 294 - 388 |
Average Salary**
