Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Public and Social Policy and Master of Security and Strategic Studies (2 years) in Sydney Australia | Macquarie University
Macquarie University
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Sydney Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
41,300
(c. USD29,124.76)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The distinctive Master of Public and Social Policy program combines policy analysis with practical social research, providing comprehensive insight into policy-shaping factors and decision-making processes. You'll hone critical thinking abilities to craft impactful policy initiatives that benefit society while gaining expertise to make well-informed decisions across specialized policy fields.
Through the Master of Security and Strategic Studies, you'll acquire tools to assess modern security, defense, and strategic dilemmas. The program explores complex geopolitical dynamics, emerging non-traditional security threats, and analytical techniques for strategic evaluation, alongside examining the development of Australia's strategic priorities and approaches.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
2 years
Master of Public and Social Policy
AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent, or
Meet two of the following three criteria:
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
Approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
Master of Security and Strategic Studies
AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent, or
Meet two of the following three criteria:
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
Minimum two years relevant approved work experience at senior management level, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
English language requirements
- IELTS Academic - IELTS of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band, or equivalent
- TOEFL iBT - 83 (Reading - 13; Writing - 21; Listening - 12; Speaking - 18)
- PTE Academic - 58 minimum 52 in each band, or equivalent
- Cambridge English (C1A or C2P) - 180 minimum 169 in each band, or equivalent
- Occupational English Test (OET) - (Reading - C+; Writing - C+; Listening - C/C+; Speaking - C/C+)
- Duolingo English Test (DET) - 115 minimum 110 in each band, or equivalent
Tuition
AUD
41,300