Graduate Certificate in Social Policy (GCSocPol)
Information valid for students commencing 2012
The Graduate Certificate in Social Policy is This program is not available to International students..
Duration
1 Year part-time (only available as part-time study)
Commencing 2012
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2012)
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2012)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5514
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
An approved bachelor degree or a combination of post-secondary study plus work experience.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Social Work and Human Services
Email: swahs@social.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 2068
This program is not available to International students.
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Social Policy?
The Graduate Certificate in Social Policy offers an innovative and integrated combination of social policy theory, policy making skills and the latest knowledge about principles informing contemporary policy development. The program provides an opportunity to critically reflect on historical developments in national welfare states and current policy settings in a global context. Students undertaking the certificate will have the opportunity to compare and contrast approaches in Australia with alternative systems operating in other countries, and to learn practical ways to devise, implement and advocate for social policy reform. Students will benefit from research informed teaching and a collaborative learning environment involving students from a range of different countries. The program will enhance students' policy analysis, policy development and systemic advocacy skills. The Graduate Certificate in Social Policy is a one year part-time program.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Social Policy.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
An approved bachelor degree or a combination of post-secondary study plus work experience.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
An approved bachelor degree or a combination of post-secondary study plus work experience.
Visa requirements
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the .
Click here for application procedures for International students.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Program rules for the Graduate Certificate in Social Policy
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Social Policy
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Social Policy, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
Students complete #8 from the GCSocPol list.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.