301852 v.2 Graduate Diploma in Social Policy

Introduction

This course is designed for those from diverse backgrounds, seeking to develop advanced understanding of social policy and practice. It provides an opportunity to explore theoretical approaches to the study of social policy and the skills to analyse andparticipate in policy making in a wide range of settings. While the course is designed as generic in its framework, it draws on special areas of expertise and it explores content from a comparative and global perspective. This allows the development oradvancement of knowledge, and practice skills in an area of specialisation. On completion of this course students are encouraged to undertake a further semester of study to complete the Master of Social Policy.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A degree in social work, social sciences, business, social administration, public administration, human services and health sciences. Those with degrees in other disciplines considered for application. The course does not assume prior knowledge of social policy.

Specific Requirements

Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening/Clearance Section of this publication.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.