Bachelor of Australian Politics and Public Policy - 183JA
| Course Code: | 183JA |
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| Course Version: | 2 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business, Government & Law |
| Discipline(s): | Canberra School of Politics, Economics and Society |
| UAC Code: | 361513 |
| CRICOS Code: | 073947M |
| Selection Rank: | 70 |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Discover what it means to be a democracy in Australia
Australia's institutions of government and administration have developed a truly unique Australian flavor that distinguishes them from developed Western democracies. Our degree focuses on the Australian experience right here in our nation’s capital.
You will develop a strong understanding of the key players and institutions, develop an insight into the practices of policy makers and the challenges of developing sound policy in a democracy – a must for future leaders and managers in the private and public sectors.
Study a Bachelor of Australian Politics and Public Policy at UC and you will:
- acquire an in-depth understanding of the economic, social and political forces influencing modern Australia
- learn to identify the key players and institutions, both within and outside government
- gain valuable insight into the processes of policy makers
- apply your knowledge to give policy advice
- customise your degree to include a second major in government, business or other area of study that interests you.
Career opportunities
- Industry analyst
- Lobbyist
- Policy analyst
- Political consultant
- Political office holder
- Public sector manager
Work-integrated learning
Work-integrated learning (WIL) is learning first-hand through real work or work-like experiences. WIL is a key element to enhancing employability in the workplace and is integral to many of our courses. This reinforces our commitment to preparing professional and highly employable graduates with the right mix of skills and knowledge.
Course specific information
If you don’t meet the entry requirements for this course you can apply for a Bachelor of Management with a major in government and politics. You’ll then have the option of transferring at the end of your first year if your grade average is strong.
Enquiries
- Current and Commencing Students
- In person, Student Centre Building 1 (take a BGL Faculty course advice ticket) or Email bglstudent@canberra.edu.au
- Prospective Students
- Email study@canberra.edu.au Ph 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226)
Admission Requirements
Normal UC admission requirements to an undergraduate course.
Additional Admission Requirements
None.
Assumed Knowledge
None.
Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Course Requirements
- Bachelor of Australian Politics and Public Policy (72 credit points)
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Required - 51 credit points as follows
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MJ0188 Major in Australian Politics and Public Policy (24 credit points)
- Required - Must pass 9 credit points as follows
- Restricted Choice - 15 credit points as follows
- MN0143 Minor in Australian Politics Foundation (12 credit points)
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MN0203 Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) (12 credit points)
- Required - Must pass 3 credit points as follows
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Restricted Choice - 9 credit points as follows
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Part A - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
- 6606 - Government-Business Relations - 3 cp, Level 1
- 8296 - Introduction to Politics and Government - 3 cp, Level 1
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Note:
- From 2018 students should take unit 8296 Introduction to Politics & Government instead of unit 6606. Students who are already required to take 8296 in their course may select an Open Elective instead.
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Part B - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
- 9799 - Foundations of Professional Planning - 3 cp, Level 1
- 11012 - Professional Orientation (Government and Policy) - 3 cp, Level 1
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Note:
- From 2018 students should complete unit 11012 Professional Orientation (Government & Policy) in lieu of unit 9799.
- Part C - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
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Part A - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
- Required Units - Must pass 3 credit points as follows
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Note:
- Note: Students who commenced in 2012 or 2013 may complete either 6878 Indigenous Australia: Contemporary Issues or 6397 Business Ethics in place of 6599 Law and Society.
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MJ0188 Major in Australian Politics and Public Policy (24 credit points)
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Restricted Choice - 21 credit points as follows
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Part A - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
- 6348 - Information Systems in Organisations - 3 cp, Level 1
- 9524 - Management Information Systems - 3 cp, Level 2
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Note:
- From Semester 1 2018 students may choose to complete an Open Elective unit in lieu of 6348 Information Systems in Organisations.
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Part B - 18 credit points as follows
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Faculty of BGL Restricted Choice Majors
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Restricted Choice - May select from
- Students must pass one of the following majors, or select 18 credit points of open elective units.
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MJ0002 Major in Accounting (18 credit points)
- Required - Must pass 12 credit points as follows
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Restricted Choice - 6 credit points as follows
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Part A - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
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Note:
- From Semester 1 2018 unit 5617 Accounting for Managers is no longer offered at the Bruce campus. Students complete unit 11009 Business Decision Making instead.
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Note:
- Part B - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
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Part A - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
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MJ0005 Major in Applied Economics (18 credit points)
- Required - Must pass 6 credit points as follows
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Restricted Choice - Must pass 12 credit points from the following
- 6353 - Project Evaluation and Management - 3 cp, Level 3
- 6363 - Global e-Business - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6393 - Asia Pacific Business - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6404 - Economics of the Public Sector - 3 cp, Level 3
- 6405 - Environmental and Resource Economics - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9540 - Econometrics - 3 cp, Level 2
- 9541 - History of Economic Ideas - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9543 - Labour Market Economics - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9544 - Economic Development - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9545 - Public Finance - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9546 - Industrial Organisation - 3 cp, Level 3
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MJ0040 Major in Financial Services (18 credit points)
- Required - Must pass 9 credit points as follows
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Restricted Choice - 9 credit points as follows
- Part A - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
- Part B - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
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Part C - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
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Note:
- From Semester 1 2018 unit 5617 Accounting for Managers is no longer offered at Bruce campus. Students complete unit 11009 Business Decision Making instead.
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Note:
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MJ0059 Major in Information Systems (18 credit points)
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Required - Must pass 12 credit points as follows
- 5915 - Database Design - 3 cp, Level 1
- 6365 - Systems Analysis and Modelling - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6388 - Document and Workflow Management - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7173 - Systems Project and Quality Management - 3 cp, Level 3
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Note:
- From 2019 the unit code for 6365 Systems Analysis and Modelling has changed to 11486.
- From 2020 unit 6388 Document and Workflow Management has been replaced by unit 11481 Workflow and Process Management.
- Restricted Choice - Must pass 6 credit points as follows
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Required - Must pass 12 credit points as follows
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MJ0064 Major in International Management (18 credit points)
- Required - Must pass 3 credit points as follows
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Restricted Choice - Must pass 15 credit points from the following
- 6363 - Global e-Business - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6380 - International Marketing - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6393 - Asia Pacific Business - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6409 - International Financial Management - 3 cp, Level 3
- 6562 - International Business Management - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7371 - Strategic Management - 3 cp, Level 3
- 8034 - International Workplace Relations - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9537 - Advanced Management - 3 cp, Level 3
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MJ0080 Major in Law and Society (18 credit points)
- Required - Must pass 6 credit points as follows
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Restricted Choice - Must pass 12 credit points from the following
- 6603 - Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7026 - Cybercrime - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7027 - Employment Discrimination and the Law - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7031 - Family Law - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7033 - Human Rights Law - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7034 - Information Law - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7052 - Sports and the Law - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8245 - Indigenous Australians and the Law - 3 cp, Level 3
- 8507 - Young People and Crime - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8523 - Women and the Law - 3 cp, Level 2
- 9424 - Law of Communication - 3 cp, Level 2
- MJ0081 Major in Law and Technology (18 credit points)
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MJ0086 Major in Management (18 credit points)
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Restricted Choice - Must pass 18 credit points from the following
- 4207 - Introduction to Management - 3 cp, Level 1
- 5617 - Accounting for Managers - 3 cp, Level 1
- 6354 - Managing Human Resources - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6606 - Government-Business Relations - 3 cp, Level 1
- 7075 - Leadership, Innovation and Change - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7079 - Organisational Performance - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7083 - Public Sector Management - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7371 - Strategic Management - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7533 - Global Challenges in Governance - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7878 - Organisational Behaviour - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8296 - Introduction to Politics and Government - 3 cp, Level 1
- 8716 - Civil Society: Politics and Policy - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9525 - Principles of Management - 3 cp, Level 2
- 9526 - Principles of Organisational Behaviour - 3 cp, Level 2
- 9533 - Management Leadership - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9537 - Advanced Management - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9552 - Public Administration - 3 cp, Level 2
- 11009 - Business Decision Making - 3 cp, Level 1
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Note:
- 1. From Semester 1 2018 unit 5617 Accounting for Managers is no longer offered at the Bruce campus. Students complete unit 11009 Business Decision Making instead.
- 2. From Semester 1 2018 unit 6606 Government-Business Relations is no longer offered. Students complete unit 8296 Introduction to Politics & Government instead.
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Restricted Choice - Must pass 18 credit points from the following
- MJ0087 Major in Managing Human Resources (18 credit points)
- MJ0089 Major in Marketing (18 credit points)
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MJ0093 Major in Politics & Government (18 credit points)
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Restricted Choice - 18 credit points as follows
- Part A - May do up to 6 credit points from the following
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Part B - Must pass at least 12 credit points from the following
- 7000 - Indigenous Politics and the State - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7072 - Identity Politics and Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7081 - Politics in Developing Nations - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7533 - Global Challenges in Governance - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7534 - Social Policy: Government, Wealth and Welfare - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8295 - International Relations - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8297 - Politics and Security in the Asia-Pacific - 3 cp, Level 3
- 8785 - Public Policy in Theory and Practice - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9550 - International Relations - 3 cp, Level 2
- 9555 - Ethics and Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9559 - Feminist Politics - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9565 - Asia-Pacific Politics - 3 cp, Level 3
- 10237 - Contemporary Regional Politics in a Global Context - 3 cp, Level 3
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Restricted Choice - 18 credit points as follows
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MJ0106 Major in Sociology and Social Policy (18, 21 or 24 credit points)
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For the 18cp Major - 18 credit points as follows
- Required - Must pass 6 credit points as follows
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Restricted Choice - 12 credit points as follows
- Part A - May do up to 3 credit points from the following
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Part B - Must pass between 6 and 12 credit points from the following
- 6603 - Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism - 3 cp, Level 3
- 6875 - Sustainable Communities - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6878 - Indigenous Australia: Contemporary Issues - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6889 - Socio-Cultural Politics of Education - 3 cp, Level 4
- 6999 - Indigenous Representation in Australian Society - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7000 - Indigenous Politics and the State - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7059 - Diversity and Organisations - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7069 - Governance in an Information Age - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7072 - Identity Politics and Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7074 - Introduction to Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7086 - Sociology of Health - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7087 - Sociology of Technology and Work - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7534 - Social Policy: Government, Wealth and Welfare - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7778 - Governance for Environmental Sustainability - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7983 - Contemporary Issues in Sport - 3 cp, Level 2
- Part C - May do up to 3 credit points from the following
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For the 21cp Major - 21 credit points as follows
- Required - Must pass 6 credit points as follows
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Restricted Choice - 15 credit points as follows
- Part A - May do up to 3 credit points from the following
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Part B - Must pass between 9 and 15 credit points from the following
- 6603 - Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism - 3 cp, Level 3
- 6875 - Sustainable Communities - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6878 - Indigenous Australia: Contemporary Issues - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6889 - Socio-Cultural Politics of Education - 3 cp, Level 4
- 6999 - Indigenous Representation in Australian Society - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7000 - Indigenous Politics and the State - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7059 - Diversity and Organisations - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7069 - Governance in an Information Age - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7072 - Identity Politics and Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7074 - Introduction to Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7086 - Sociology of Health - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7087 - Sociology of Technology and Work - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7534 - Social Policy: Government, Wealth and Welfare - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7778 - Governance for Environmental Sustainability - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7983 - Contemporary Issues in Sport - 3 cp, Level 2
- Part C - May do up to 3 credit points from the following
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For the 24cp Major - 24 credit points as follows
- Select 1 of the following options:
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Option A - Must pass 24 credit points as follows
- This option is only for students in the Bachelor of Social Science.
- Required - Must pass 3 credit points as follows
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Restricted Choice - 21 credit points as follows
- Part A - May do up to 6 credit points from the following
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Part B - Must pass between 12 and 21 credit points from the following
- 6603 - Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism - 3 cp, Level 3
- 6875 - Sustainable Communities - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6878 - Indigenous Australia: Contemporary Issues - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6889 - Socio-Cultural Politics of Education - 3 cp, Level 4
- 6999 - Indigenous Representation in Australian Society - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7000 - Indigenous Politics and the State - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7059 - Diversity and Organisations - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7069 - Governance in an Information Age - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7072 - Identity Politics and Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7074 - Introduction to Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7086 - Sociology of Health - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7087 - Sociology of Technology and Work - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7534 - Social Policy: Government, Wealth and Welfare - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7778 - Governance for Environmental Sustainability - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7983 - Contemporary Issues in Sport - 3 cp, Level 2
- Part C - May do up to 3 credit points from the following
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Option B - Must pass 24 credit points as follows
- This option is for students who are NOT in the Bachelor of Social Science.
- Required - Must pass 6 credit points from the following
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Restricted Choice - 18 credit points as follows
- Part A - May do up to 3 credit points from the following
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Part B - Must pass between 12 and 18 credit points from the following
- 6603 - Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism - 3 cp, Level 3
- 6875 - Sustainable Communities - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6878 - Indigenous Australia: Contemporary Issues - 3 cp, Level 2
- 6889 - Socio-Cultural Politics of Education - 3 cp, Level 4
- 6999 - Indigenous Representation in Australian Society - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7000 - Indigenous Politics and the State - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7059 - Diversity and Organisations - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7069 - Governance in an Information Age - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7072 - Identity Politics and Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7074 - Introduction to Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7086 - Sociology of Health - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7087 - Sociology of Technology and Work - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7534 - Social Policy: Government, Wealth and Welfare - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7778 - Governance for Environmental Sustainability - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7983 - Contemporary Issues in Sport - 3 cp, Level 2
- Part C - May do up to 3 credit points from the following
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For the 18cp Major - 18 credit points as follows
- MJ0126 Major in Event Management (18 credit points)
- MJ0143 Major in Entrepreneurship (18 credit points)
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MJ0173 Major in Politics and International Relations (18 credit points)
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Restricted Choice - 18 credit points as follows
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Part A - Must pass 15 credit points from the following
- 675 - Politics and Democracy - 3 cp, Level 1
- 7072 - Identity Politics and Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 3
- 8295 - International Relations - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8296 - Introduction to Politics and Government - 3 cp, Level 1
- 8297 - Politics and Security in the Asia-Pacific - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9548 - Introduction to Politics - 3 cp, Level 1
- 9549 - Introduction to Western Political Thought - 3 cp, Level 2
- 9550 - International Relations - 3 cp, Level 2
- 9559 - Feminist Politics - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9565 - Asia-Pacific Politics - 3 cp, Level 3
- Part B - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
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Part A - Must pass 15 credit points from the following
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Restricted Choice - 18 credit points as follows
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MJ0174 Major in National Security (18 credit points)
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Required - Must pass 15 credit points from the following
- 7026 - Cybercrime - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8246 - National Security - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8295 - International Relations - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8297 - Politics and Security in the Asia-Pacific - 3 cp, Level 3
- 8724 - The Challenge of Modern Terrorism - 3 cp, Level 3
- 9550 - International Relations - 3 cp, Level 2
- 9565 - Asia-Pacific Politics - 3 cp, Level 3
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Restricted Choice - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
- 675 - Politics and Democracy - 3 cp, Level 1
- 6606 - Government-Business Relations - 3 cp, Level 1
- 7533 - Global Challenges in Governance - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8167 - Global Peace and Conflict Studies - 3 cp, Level 3
- 8296 - Introduction to Politics and Government - 3 cp, Level 1
- 9548 - Introduction to Politics - 3 cp, Level 1
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Required - Must pass 15 credit points from the following
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MJ0295 Major in Legal Studies (Business) (18 credit points)
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Restricted Choice - 18 credit points as follows
- Part A - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
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Part B - Must pass 15 credit points from the following
- 6417 - Revenue Law - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7034 - Information Law - 3 cp, Level 3
- 7041 - Law of Financial Institutions and Services - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7052 - Sports and the Law - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7827 - Building and Construction Law - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7906 - Employment Law - 3 cp, Level 2
- 7907 - Environmental and Planning Law - 3 cp, Level 2
- 8508 - Law of Business Associations - 3 cp, Level 2
- 9424 - Law of Communication - 3 cp, Level 2
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Restricted Choice - 18 credit points as follows
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Note:
- Students may not be able to select from all majors, as some units within may have already been completed in other areas of the course.
- Unit Levels: In selecting electives students should note that no more than 30 credit points at Level 1 is permitted for the entire course.
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Restricted Choice - May select from
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Faculty of BGL Restricted Choice Majors
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Part A - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
Information for Current Students
There are previous versions of this course. As a current student you will complete the requirements for the course that were in place when you commenced. Click on the relevant link below to view the requirements of your version of the course.
- Version2 - Start Date: 01/01/2016 End Date: Current Version
- Version1 - Start Date: 01/01/2012 End Date: 31/12/2015
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you may need to meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
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| Bachelor of Australian Politics and Public Policy | B AustralianPolitics&PubPol |
Typical Study Pattern
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UC - Canberra, Bruce
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Standard Full Time, Semester 1 Commencing
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Year 1
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
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Year 2
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Semester 1
- Civil Society: Politics and Policy (8716) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Information Systems in Organisations (6348) - 3 cp, Level 1
- Public Sector Management (7083) - 3 cp, Level 2
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
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Semester 2
- Law and Society (6599) - 3 cp, Level 1
- Social Policy: Government, Wealth and Welfare (7534) - 3 cp, Level 2
- Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
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Semester 1
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Year 3
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Semester 1
- Politics and Security in the Asia-Pacific (8297) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Policy in Theory and Practice (8785) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
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Semester 2
- Economics of the Public Sector (6404) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Identity Politics and Public Policy (7072) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
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Semester 1
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Standard Full Time, Semester 1 Commencing (from 2018)
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Year 1
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
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Year 2
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Semester 1
- Civil Society: Politics and Policy (8716) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Sector Management (7083) - 3 cp, Level 2
- Information Systems in Organisations (6348) OR an Open Elective unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
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Semester 2
- Law and Society (6599) - 3 cp, Level 1
- Social Policy: Government, Wealth and Welfare (7534) - 3 cp, Level 2
- Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
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Semester 1
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Year 3
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Semester 1
- Politics and Security in the Asia-Pacific (8297) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Policy in Theory and Practice (8785) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
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Semester 2
- Economics of the Public Sector (6404) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Identity Politics and Public Policy (7072) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
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Semester 1
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Standard Full Time, Semester 2 Commencing
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- Year 1
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Year 2
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Semester 1
- Information Systems in Organisations (6348) - 3 cp, Level 1
- Politics and Democracy (675) - 3 cp, Level 1
- Research Methods in Social Science (10086) - 3 cp, Level 1
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
- Semester 2
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Semester 1
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Year 3
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Semester 1
- Civil Society: Politics and Policy (8716) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Sector Management (7083) - 3 cp, Level 2
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
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Semester 2
- Economics of the Public Sector (6404) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Identity Politics and Public Policy (7072) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
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Semester 1
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Year 4
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Semester 1
- Politics and Security in the Asia-Pacific (8297) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Policy in Theory and Practice (8785) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
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Semester 1
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Standard Full Time, Semester 2 Commencing (from 2018)
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- Year 1
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Year 2
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Semester 1
- Politics and Democracy (675) - 3 cp, Level 1
- Research Methods in Social Science (10086) - 3 cp, Level 1
- Information Systems in Organisations (6348) OR an Open Elective unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
- Semester 2
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Semester 1
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Year 3
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Semester 1
- Civil Society: Politics and Policy (8716) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Sector Management (7083) - 3 cp, Level 2
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
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Semester 2
- Economics of the Public Sector (6404) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Identity Politics and Public Policy (7072) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
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Semester 1
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Year 4
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Semester 1
- Politics and Security in the Asia-Pacific (8297) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Policy in Theory and Practice (8785) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
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Semester 1
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Accelerated (2.5 Years), Semester 1 Commencing
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Year 1
- Semester 1
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Winter Term
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
- Semester 2
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Year 2
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Semester 1
- Civil Society: Politics and Policy (8716) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Information Systems in Organisations (6348) - 3 cp, Level 1
- Public Sector Management (7083) - 3 cp, Level 2
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
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Winter Term
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
- Semester 2
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Semester 1
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Year 3
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Semester 1
- Politics and Security in the Asia-Pacific (8297) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Policy in Theory and Practice (8785) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
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Semester 1
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Accelerated (2.5 Years), Semester 1 Commencing (from 2018)
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Year 1
- Semester 1
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Winter Term
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
- Semester 2
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Year 2
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Semester 1
- Civil Society: Politics and Policy (8716) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Sector Management (7083) - 3 cp, Level 2
- Information Systems in Organisations (6348) OR an Open Elective unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
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Winter Term
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
- Semester 2
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Semester 1
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Year 3
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Semester 1
- Politics and Security in the Asia-Pacific (8297) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Policy in Theory and Practice (8785) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
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Semester 1
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Accelerated (2 Years), Semester 1 Commencing
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Year 1
- Semester 1
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Winter Term
- Information Systems in Organisations (6348) - 3 cp, Level 1
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
- Semester 2
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Summer Term
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
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Year 2
- Semester 1
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Winter Term
- Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
- Semester 2
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Summer Term
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
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Accelerated (2 Years), Semester 1 Commencing (from 2018)
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Year 1
- Semester 1
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Winter Term
- Information Systems in Organisations (6348) OR an Open Elective unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
- Semester 2
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Summer Term
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
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Year 2
- Semester 1
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Winter Term
- Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
- Semester 2
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Summer Term
- Two Restricted Choice Majors OR Open Elective Units- 6 cp
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Full Time with Study Abroad Option, Semester 1 Commencing
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Year 1
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
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Year 2
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Semester 1
- Civil Society: Politics and Policy (8716) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Information Systems in Organisations (6348) - 3 cp, Level 1
- Public Sector Management (7083) - 3 cp, Level 2
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
- Semester 2
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Year 3
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Semester 1
- Politics and Security in the Asia-Pacific (8297) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Policy in Theory and Practice (8785) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
- Semester 2
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Semester 1
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Full Time with Study Abroad Option, Semester 1 Commencing
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Year 2
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Semester 1
- Civil Society: Politics and Policy (8716) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Sector Management (7083) - 3 cp, Level 2
- Information Systems in Organisations (6348) OR an Open Elective unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
- Semester 2
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Semester 1
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Year 3
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Semester 1
- Politics and Security in the Asia-Pacific (8297) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Public Policy in Theory and Practice (8785) - 3 cp, Level 3
- Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit- 3 cp
- Restricted Choice Major OR Open Elective Unit- 3 cp
- Semester 2
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Semester 1
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Unit Delivery Modes
Delivery modes for units in this degree are yet to be confirmed. Please contact us for more details.
Professional Accreditation
None.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Course Objectives | Graduate Qualities |
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| Students will acquire the full range of generic skills and attributes as per the UC policy. | Problem solving: ability to apply problem-solving processes in novel situations; identify, analyse problems and then formulate and implement policy solutions. Working independently and with others: ability to plan own work, be self-directed, use interpersonal skills and attitudes to work collaboratively |
| Students will be able to apply an in depth understanding of the historical and current systems of Australian Politics and Public Policy in order to give policy advice and develop new policy. | Problem solving: ability to apply problem-solving processes in novel situations; identify, analyse problems and then formulate and implement policy solutions. |
| Students will be able to recognise the relationships between the nature of political values, political power and public policy and the particular impact of the Australian context. | Analysis and inquiry: ability to gather information, analyse and evaluate information and situations in a systematic, creative and insightful way. Communicate: ability to present knowledge, ideas and opinions effectively and communicate within and across professional and cultural boundaries Professionalism and social responsibility: capacity and intention to use professional knowledge and skills ethically and responsibility for the benefits of others and the environment |
Course Duration
Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Honours
High performing students may be eligible to enrol in the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) course.
Related Courses (Double Degrees, Nested Courses and Alternative Exits)
229JA Bachelor of Australian Politics and Public Policy/Bachelor of Communication in Journalism 230JA Bachelor of Australian Politics and Public Policy/Bachelor of Communication in Media and Public Affairs 238JA Bachelor of Australian Politics and Public Policy/Bachelor of Laws
Offerings
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Past Offerings
- 2016->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2017->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2018->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
Enrolment Numbers
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