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The Master of Public Policy offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding policy challenges at global, national, and community levels in our dynamic world.
This public policy specialization equips future leaders with core competencies in the policy cycle - from problem identification and data analysis to conducting professional research and implementing solutions.
Customize your studies to align with your professional aspirations; options include electives in public administration, international relations, or any two university-wide electives.
Our flexible program delivery accommodates fully online, in-person, or hybrid learning formats (combining both online and face-to-face instruction).
Flinders University additionally provides a Master of Public Administration program, preparing professionals to oversee operations in government, nonprofit, and international sectors, along with a Master of International Relations designed for professionals in foreign affairs, defense, or global trade to enhance their expertise in security, economics, trade relations, and diplomatic strategies.
The Master of Public Sector Management is normally available to applicants who hold an approved degree or an equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution.
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic): 6.0 Overall with 6.0 Speaking, 6.0 Writing; TOEFL iBT: 72 Total score with 18 Speaking, 21 Writing; Pearson PTE Academic: 50 Overall with 50 Speaking, 50 Writing; Cambridge C1 Advanced: 169 Overall with 169 Speaking, 169 Writing; Occupational English Test (OET): 300 Speaking, 300 Writing, 300 Reading, 300 Listening; Duolingo (Up to and including Semester 2, 2024): Overall 95-100