Social Policy
POSTGRADUATE SPECIALISATION
A postgraduate specialisation in Social Policy aims to equip you with both theoretical and analytical skills to engage in social policy debate. It focuses on the historical origins of contemporary social policy institutions in Australia and elsewhere. Those of you who are interested in pursuing a career in social policy, as well as professionals who are already working in related areas are encouraged to apply.
Our courses that offer this postgraduate specialisation
Study plan
All candidates complete SCLG6903 New Debates in Social Theory.
Master of Arts
Satisfactory completion of 8 units of study (48 credit points) (cp). In addition to the core unit of study, candidates complete a minimum 4 units of study in the subject area (24cp). Remaining units of study are chosen from the list of approved electives, or undertaken in a relevant or related field, subject to the approval of the academic coordinator. Candidates electing to undertake a dissertation (12cp) prepare a research proposal and discuss their topic with the academic coordinator prior to enrolling.
Graduate Diploma in Arts
Satisfactory completion of 6 units of study (36 credit points) (cp). In addition to the core unit of study, candidates complete a minimum 4 units of study in the subject area (24cp).
Graduate Certificate in Arts
Satisfactory completion of 4 units of study (24 credit points) (cp). All units of study are completed from the list of approved units of study.
Capstone specialisation
Eligible candidates undertaking the degree of Master of Arts have the option of completing a dissertation on an approved topic over two units of study, normally undertaken over two semesters, with a value of 12 credit points, under the supervision of an academic staff member.
Graduate opportunities
Sydney Master of Arts graduates hold an advanced learning qualification in their chosen specialisation that may qualify them for further study or research opportunities in the subject area, or enhance career opportunities with employers who value the outstanding analytical, communications, interpersonal and problem-solving skills of humanities and social sciences postgraduates.
Location
Camperdown campus
Specialisation study mode
On-campus