Master of Applied Policy

The Master of Applied Policy, offered by the UTS Institute for Public Policy and Governance (UTS: IPPG) is designed to develop practical knowledge and essential skills for policy making and management relevant to all levels of government. To tailor their course, students can choose electives and sub-majors from a range of subjects across UTS. The course uses several teaching formats, including intensive block mode and online delivery, designed and delivered by academics, practitioners and industry leaders. The course offers students the opportunity to work across industry sectors on real-world problems and to critically apply their learning to case studies drawn from UTS: IPPG's research program and their own workplaces to innovate solutions. It includes active approaches to learning, including debates, case studies, role plays, group discussions, presentations and guest speakers. The course offers a general policy stream focusing on professional applied practice, as well as major streams in Public Policy and Program Design, Evidence and Evaluation, Strategic Communication, Local government, Project Management, Behavioural Economics, and Public Leadership. This course gives students practical knowledge that can be applied directly to professional practice. The course has an applied focus, underpinned by contemporary policy making theories. It offers students the opportunity to critically apply their learning to real-world problems and build their understanding of policy formation, policy and program evaluation, and using evidence for influence and decision-making.

Students find this course relevant if they are or would like to become:

Students must complete 72 credit points made up of 24 credit points of core subjects, a 12 credit point research project and 36 credit points of electives (including sub-majors).