Macquarie University

Master of Intelligence and Master of Public and Social Policy

Macquarie University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00002J

The Master of Intelligence will equip you with a practical skill set, enabling you to analyse real-world intelligence challenges. Youll also develop a deep understanding of the evolution of Australias intelligence community, as well as the emerging domestic, regional and international challenges that surround intelligence. The unique Master of Public and Social Policy - with its dual focus on policy analysis and applied social research - will give you a deep understanding of the forces that shape policy and the processes involved in making it. Youll develop advanced skills in critical analysis to help you design and deliver effective policy solutions that serve the public interest, as well as the confidence to make socially informed judgements in a range of specialist policy areas.

Structure

Total Credit Points 160

Subjects

  • PICT8012 Critical Thought and Research Design
  • PICT8013 History of Intelligence
  • PICT8014 The Intelligence Community in Australia
  • PICT8044 Intelligence Analysis
  • PICT8045 Intelligence: Theory and Practice
  • GEOP8010 Social Impact Assessment
  • POIR8000 Policy Design: Concepts and Case Studies
  • POIR8090 Advanced Introduction to Policy
  • SOCI8015 Doing Social Survey Research
  • SOCI8020 Evaluating Social Policy
  • SOCI8035 Qualitative Methods for Policy
  • SOCI8075 Policy Ideas in Focus: Framing Policy Problems
  • SOCI8080 Making Public Policy in a Globalised World

Standard entry requirements

  • AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent or
  • Meet two of the following three criteria: AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
  • Minimum two years relevant approved work experience at senior management level, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
  • AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent, or
  • Meet two of the following three criteria:AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
  • Approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Online Campus Domestic: $66,400
No
  • Online/Off-campus : 2 years
Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park Domestic: $66,400
International: $82,600
No
  • Full-time : 2 years

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