Graduate Certificate in Social Policy (GCSocPol)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
This program is not available to International students.
Duration
1 Year part-time (only available as part-time study)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5514
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
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Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Social Policy.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
An approved bachelor degree or a combination of post-secondary study plus work experience.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 8175
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
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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 Social Work and Human Services
Email: swahs@social.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 2068
This program is not available to international students.
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Social Policy?
The Graduate Certificate in Social Policy offers an innovative and integrated combination of social policy theory, policy making skills and the latest knowledge about principles informing contemporary policy development. The program provides an opportunity to critically reflect on historical developments in national welfare states and current policy settings in a global context. Students undertaking the certificate will have the opportunity to compare and contrast approaches in Australia with alternative systems operating in other countries, and to learn practical ways to devise, implement and advocate for social policy reform. Students will benefit from research informed teaching and a collaborative learning environment involving students from a range of different countries. The program will enhance students' policy analysis, policy development and systemic advocacy skills. The Graduate Certificate in Social Policy is a one year part-time program.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Social Policy.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
An approved bachelor degree or a combination of post-secondary study plus work experience.
Apply online
Apply online to the Graduate Certificate in Social 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
An approved bachelor degree or a combination of post-secondary study plus work experience.
Visa requirements
International students, studying on a student visa, may not undertake the program on campus at UQ on a full time basis; they may only study from their home countries and will not be eligible for an Australian student visa.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through .
Click here for application procedures for International students.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 8175
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 10400
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
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.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Social Policy
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Social 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.
Students complete #8 from the GCSocPol list.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Social Policy.
