Graduate Certificate of Policy Design and Analysis
Overview
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Upskill, retraining and track changing are always at the top of agenda for many in uncertain times. We are here to be with you all the way through the important journey.
Study in-person or online
In 2025, all graduate courses offered by the Crawford School will be available for either in-person or online study. All students are expected to attend live sessions at particular times each week for their courses. Crawford online courses are not ‘study at your own pace’. International students studying on an Australian student visa should enrol in in-person courses.
Participation
Real-time interaction, discussion and debate between students and with convenors is an central part of the learning experience. Attendance at interactive classes is important for both on campus and online students.
About the program
The new ANU Award from Crawford School is for you if you are considering starting or advancing your career in government and public sector organisations.
The program will equip you, in six-month full time or equivalent part time, with skills and knowledge to respond to the complex challenges and rapidly evolving demands of policy analysis, design and implementation in the 21st Century.
You will enjoy an interactive and rewarding study experience fulfilled with multidisciplinary curriculum, flexible learning modes, outstanding student care and new ideas and theories. With deep expertise in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, our researchers and teachers are internationally renowned in policy studies, governance, political development, and public sector leadership.
Guided by our caring teachers, you will explore fundamentals of policy design and analysis, how they work in current policy practice, and how the national and global institutional architecture governs public affairs. After your successful study, you will be able to articulate your credits towards the Master of Public Policy as another leaping forward towards your career goals.
Upon completion of the program, you will be able to
Demonstrate understanding of the processes, institutions, and politics that shape contemporary public policy and governance;
Analyse and evaluate how policy and governance problems are framed, defined and managed;
Develop knowledge of policy instruments and the necessary institutional and political conditions for effective implementation;
Develop and apply communication and analytical skills to operate effectively in contemporary policy and governance professions.
Application Deadlines
Please note application deadlines are different for domestic and international students.
Domestic students
This program is with pre-sessional program (PSP) component for domestic students.
• Semester 1 2025 intake:
Application closing date: 15 Dec 2024
Acceptance date: 3 Jan 2025
Start date: 13 Jan 2025
• Semester 2 2025 intake:
Application closing date: 31 May 2025
Acceptance date: 1 June 2025
Start date: 12 June 2025
International students
Find ANU’s general application and acceptance deadlines by visiting the webpage linked here.
Key dates for application:
• Semester 1 2025 intake for private applicants:
Application closing date: 31 Oct 2024
Final acceptance date: 1 Dec 2024*
Start date: 13 Jan 2025
• Semester 1 2025 intake for scholarship/partnership applicants:
Application closing date: 15 Dec 2025
Final acceptance date: 3 Jan 2025*
Start date: 13 Jan 2025
• Semester 2 2025 intake for private applicants:
Application closing date: 15 April 2025
Final acceptance date: 15 May 2025*
Start date: 12 June 2025
• Semester 2 2025 intake for scholarship/partnership applicants:
Application date: 15 April 2025
Final acceptance date: 15 May 2025*
Start date: 12 June 2025
*Some students may need to accept well before this date to allow for visa processing times in their country.
View the full program structure, admission requirements and academic information.
To find out more, contact us now at crawford.degrees@anu.edu.au.
Degree structure
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Duration
Six months full time, or equivalent part time.
Admission requirements
• A Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4/7.
Program structure
The Graduate Certificate of Policy Design and Analysis requires the completion of 24 units selected from a range of key courses to support upskilling and retraining.
View the detailed program structure, admission requirements and academic rules information.
Your career
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Graduates from the ANU Crawford School have been highly sought after in Australia, Asian and Pacific countries and around the globe.
Many of them are playing key roles in Australian Commonwealth and state governments, other country governments, social enterprises and not-for-profit, advocacy organisations, and regional and international agencies.
Scholarships and fees
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Scholarships and support
Scholarship opportunities are available for national and international students.
Fees
Costs associated with your study at ANU will depend on a number of things, including your study program and whether you’re a national or international student.
Find out more about costs and fees associated with studying at ANU.
Updated: 5 November 2024/Responsible Officer: Crawford Engagement/Page Contact: CAP Web Team
