Monash University

Master of Public Policy

Social sciences, journalism and information

The Master of Public Policy builds practical knowledge and skills for professionals in, or looking to transition into, policy making and management across the spectrum of public, private and not for profit sector activities. The course will develop your understanding of the processes of policy formation, the delivery of policy programs, and the political and structural realities that influence policy decision making. You will learn about the essential elements of public policy policy analysis, i

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Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
AQF 9
Campus
Caulfield East
VIC · +1 more campus
Course code
CRICOS 105166E
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Course overview

The Master of Public Policy builds practical knowledge and skills for professionals in, or looking to transition into, policy making and management across the spectrum of public, private and not for profit sector activities. The course will develop your understanding of the processes of policy formation, the delivery of policy programs, and the political and structural realities that influence policy decision making. You will learn about the essential elements of public policy policy analysis, implementation, evaluation, and governance as well as the context of contemporary public policy.

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average. OR An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least 50% average in both qualifications. An Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average and a minimum of five years work experience in a relevant field Cognate disciplines include: humanities or social sciences Applicants are required to provide a Curriculum Vitae and a reference from their employer. Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.

Academic qualifications

Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.

Prior tertiary weighted average mark

50%

50%

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
  • TOEFL iBTOverall 79L 20 · R 20 · W 20 · S 20
  • PTE AcademicOverall 58L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
  • Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 176L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
  • Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 176L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average. OR An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least 50% average in both qualifications. An Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least credit (60%) average and a minimum of five years work experience in a relevant field Cognate disciplines include: humanities or social sciences Applicants are required to provide a Curriculum Vitae and a reference from their employer.

  • Additional entry requirement

    Recognised bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific score, discipline and additional requirements; English proficiency.

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

IntakeCampusStartsApplications closeTuitionFor
2027 · Semester 1Caulfield——$43,400per yearInternational students
2027 · Semester 2Monash Caulfield———International students

Where it is taught

  • Monash Caulfield

    Primary

    900 Dandenong Rd, Caulfield East, VIC

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  • Caulfield

    900 Dandenong Road, CAULFIELD EAST, VIC, 3145, CAULFIELD EAST, VIC

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References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Master of Public Policymonash.edu
  2. Monash Universitymonash.edu
  3. CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
  4. 2027 International Undergraduate Course GuideOfficial source
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  16. QS World University Rankings 2027Official source
  17. Monash Emergency Health (Paramedic) Honours handbookOfficial source

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Master of Public Policy at Monash University: Fees & Entry Requirements