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    Master of Public Policy

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    Danala, AUMaster'sHybrid2 years
    A$75,344.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    160
    Credits

    Master of Public Policy at Charles Darwin University is a 160-credit, 2-year, hybrid Master's program based in Danala, AU. Tuition is A$75,344.

    About the program

    Provides knowledge in political, cultural and social theory approaches to public policy and evidence-based policy development and evaluation. Focuses on northern Australia and its relation to South-East Asia, with streams in education, environment and livelihoods, health and social policy, Indigenous contexts, public management and governance, and secure and safe communities, culminating in a research project.

    Focus: both
    621-630 (QS World University Rankings 2025)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Semester 2 2026
    Jun 12, 2026
    Semester 3 2026
    Oct 9, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min A minimum overall score of 79 with a minimum writing score of 21.
    IELTS
    required
    Min A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2-3 years Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485 Post-Study Work stream (Australia) for master's graduates

    A$24,505.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Public Policy at Charles Darwin University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Policy at Charles Darwin University is A$75,344 across 160 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Policy at Charles Darwin University online or in-person?
    Master of Public Policy at Charles Darwin University is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Public Policy at Charles Darwin University take to complete?
    Master of Public Policy at Charles Darwin University is structured around 2 years and 160 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Public Policy at Charles Darwin University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Public Policy at Charles Darwin University: 2-3 years Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485 Post-Study Work stream (Australia) for master's graduates