Master of Public Policy
Social sciences, journalism and information
Policymaking is about finding solutions to address the social, environmental and economic issues that impact state and society. The Master of Public Policy will equip you with the skills required to respond to the ever-complex policy problems that states and governments confront, and to devise meaningful solutions to pressing policy challenges. Students who complete this course are highly sought after in government, the public sector, the not-for-profit sector, and as consultants.
Official- Duration
- 2 years
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Coursework)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Murdoch
- WA · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 117153M
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Course overview
Policymaking is about finding solutions to address the social, environmental and economic issues that impact state and society. The Master of Public Policy will equip you with the skills required to respond to the ever-complex policy problems that states and governments confront, and to devise meaningful solutions to pressing policy challenges. Students who complete this course are highly sought after in government, the public sector, the not-for-profit sector, and as consultants.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Most postgraduate coursework courses require a relevant undergraduate degree; some may accept or require relevant professional work experience.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
- TOEFL iBTOverall 60L 18 · R 18 · W 18 · S 18
- PTE AcademicOverall 50L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
- Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Most postgraduate coursework courses require a relevant undergraduate degree; some may accept or require relevant professional work experience.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Rolling intake | — | — | — | $68,640per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Public Policymurdoch.edu.au
- Murdoch Universitymurdoch.edu.au
- Admissions and Pathways Guide 2027Official source
- Murdoch University Undergraduate Course Guide 2026–2027Official source
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
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- Murdoch University Admissions Pathways Guide 2027Official source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source