Graduate Diploma in Public Administration (GDPAdmin)
| Course Code | TF000 |
| Course Type | Postgraduate |
| Credit Points Required | |
| CRICOS code | 053858M |
Description
The Public Administration programs are designed for existing senior public servants of national, state, provincial and local governments and provide a practical educational experience to enhance existing skills. The programs give public administrators knowledge and skills enhancement in public administration that will allow graduates to transfer skills from one agency/ministry to another. It is a degree that is relevant to all senior public sector employees.
Course Rules
To be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Public Administration, students must successfully complete a total of six units of study (36 credit points), comprising:
- all four core units of study (24 credit points)
- either a Work Based Project (GSOG6005) or Internship Program (GSOG6006), as approved by the Director, Graduate School of Government (6 credit points);
- One elective unit of study (6 credit points)
Core Units of Study
- GSOG6001 Policy in Practice: Delivering Public Value
- GSOG6002 Public Sector Leadership
- GSOG6003 Strategic Administration
- GSOG6004 Managing Public Expenditure
Work Based Project or Internship Program
Domestic sponsored students currently employed in the public sector must complete GSOG6005 Work Based Project. International students will be required to complete GSOG6006 Internship Project.
Elective Units of Study
Elective units of study will be provided by the Graduate School of Government at the start of the academic years. Students should consult the Graduate School of Government website for a current list of elective units of study.
Enrolment Guide
Full-time international students enrol in both their core and elective units of study from their first semester.
Part-time students must complete their core units in the first year of their study prior to taking 'GSOG6005 Work Based Project', unless they have permission from the Director of the Graduate School of Government.
The following table shows an example course progression for a sponsored domestic student enrolled in the Graduate Diploma of Public Administration on a part-time basis undertaking two units of study per semester in the first year.
| Year/ Semester | Unit of study 1 | Unit of study 2 | Total credit points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | Policy in Practice: Delivering Public Value | Public Sector Leadership | 12 |
| Year 1 Semester 2 | Strategic Administration | Managing Public Expenditure | 12 |
| Year 2 Semester 1 | Work Based Project | elective | 12 |
Please Note: The information listed in this program of study example is meant as a guide only. Students should always check the requirements for individual units of study. Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their degree in different sequences to that listed above. You are advised to plan their degree based upon your individual needs and to contact the Graduate School of Government if you need any assistance in planning your progression in your degree.
Entry Requirements
An applicant for admission to the Graduate Diploma in Public Administration shall have:
- completed a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate certificate or equivalent at a standard acceptable to the School
- at least three years experience in a senior public sector position, or the equivalent, as determined by the Director of the Graduate School of Government, and
- an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum in each band of at least 6.0 (for applicants whose matriculating secondary, post-secondary or tertiary qualification was not conducted and examined entirely in English)
OR
- have completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Public Administration.
Duration of Course
Full-time: A typical full-time student will undertake three units of study per semester, completing the six units of study in two semesters (one year).
Part-time: Students undertake one or two units of study per semester, typically completing the program in 1.5 to three years.
Graduate School of Government
For further information on the courses offered, visit the Graduate School of Government website.