Graduate Certificate in Governance and Public Policy (GCGPP)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5364
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A bachelor's degree from a recognised tertiary institution with a GPA of 4.5 or post-secondary study and work experience.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative program fee 2013: AUD$ 8175
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
Apply online
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Political Science and International Studies
Email: pols@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 9544
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5364
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A bachelor's degree from a recognised tertiary institution with a GPA of 4.5 or post-secondary study and work experience.
CRICOS Code: 065330M
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative program fee: AUD$ 10525
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
Phone:
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Governance and Public Policy?
This program focuses on issues of governance and analyses how society deals with challenges and policy problems, often by combining the resources of government, private and community sectors. Students develop practical knowledge combined with high level research skills and a critical, enquiring approach to questions of governance and policy development in the new millennium. Students will be exposed to leading thinkers and debates in the public, private and community sectors, and will develop capacities to enhance effectiveness in the workplace and gain a better understanding of the way governments operate as well as the major public issues confronting our society.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Governance and Public Policy.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
A bachelor's degree from a recognised tertiary institution with a GPA of 4.5 or post-secondary study and work experience.
Apply online
Apply online to the Graduate Certificate in Governance and Public Policy.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
A bachelor's degree from a recognised tertiary institution with a GPA of 4.5 or post-secondary study and work experience.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 065330M
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative program fee 2013: AUD$ 8175
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative program fee: AUD$ 10525
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Graduate Certificate in Governance and Public Policy
Careers
Graduates of the Governance and Public Policy programs will have skills in areas such as political analysis, governance strategies, policy analysis and issues management. Such skills are applicable in the public sector and also in the private and community sectors.
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Governance and Public Policy
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Governance and Public Policy, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
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See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Governance and Public Policy.
