Master of Public and Social Policy and Master of Security and Strategic Studies

Program Overview

This unique program combines policy analysis and applied social research, empowering students to design effective policy solutions in the public interest. It also prepares students for strategic analysis and decision-making in the security sector, with expert faculty and simulated exercises replicating real-world challenges.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Public and Social Policy is a unique program that focuses on both policy analysis and applied social research. It provides students with a deep understanding of the forces that shape policy and the processes involved in making it. The program develops advanced skills in critical analysis to help students design and deliver effective policy solutions that serve the public interest. It also builds confidence in making socially informed judgments in a range of specialist policy areas. The Master of Security and Strategic Studies prepares students to analyze contemporary security, defense, and strategic challenges. Students learn about the dynamics behind major geopolitical and geostrategic issues, as well as multidimensional non-traditional security challenges. They also extend their knowledge of analytical methods to evaluate strategic choices and the evolution of Australia's interests and strategy.

Careers:

The program helps students develop the skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving job market. It can help students upskill or reskill to take the next career step in their current industry or move to a new one that matches their changing interests.

Other:

• The program offers a double degree option, allowing students to earn two degrees in less time.
• The program is taught by highly respected experts in the global security sector.
• Students participate in dynamic simulations and war games to replicate the multidisciplinary groups that tackle security issues in the real world.