Graduate Certificate Of Political Science

The Australian National University

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Qualification

Minimum 24 Units

Course duration

6/30/2025

Start Date

US$17586

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The Graduate Certificate of Political Science will equip students with an in-depth knowledge of contemporary political affairs and provides you with the analytical frameworks and research skills needed to understand the modern political landscape. It enables students to address a range of critical questions, such as: What motivates voters to support populist candidates? How can election outcomes be more accurately forecast? What is the source of ethnic conflicts and how can it be best understood?The program will be of interest to those intending to pursue research-oriented careers in government, international organisations, NGOs and private bodies, and to those intending further study in the field.Learning OutcomesUnderstand key theories in political science; Identify and understand relevant political science methods; Critically analyse evidence-based research and policy across a range of political issues; Use theories and methods from political science to explain contemporary political affairs in Australia, Asia, and globally.

For international students

Bachelor or international equivalent with GPA 4/7 Graduate Diploma or international equivalent with a GPA 4/7 Graduate Certificate or international equivalent with a GPA 4/7 24 units of courses in a postgraduate program a GPA of 4/7 GRE General test, completed no more than 5 years before the time of application, with a minimum score of 155 for Verbal Reasoning, 155 for Quantitative Reasoning and 4.0 in Analytical Writing and a minimum of 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at ANZSCO Skill Level 1 in a field related to the program A minimum 5 years full-time equivalent work experience at ANZSCO Skill Level 1 in a field related to the program English Language Requirements IELTS Academic and IELTS UKVI Academic [excluding One Skill Retake and IELTS Online] - Overall score of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band. TOEFL iBT Paper Edition and TOEFL iBT [excluding Paper Edition and Home Edition] - Overall score of 80 (Reading - 20; Writing - 20; Listening - 18; Speaking - 18). Cambridge C1 Advanced - Overall score of 176 minimum 169 in each band. PTE Academic and PTE Academic UKVI [excluding PTE Academic Online] - Overall score of 64 minimum 55 in each band.

Minimum 24 Units - Full time

Fee

A$26,685.00 (US$ 17,586) per yearPlease check with institution

Start Date

6/30/2025

Address

Acton Campus, The Australian National University, CANBERRA, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 2601, CANBERRA, Australia

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Ranked as Australia’s number one university, and number 20 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2017-18), the Australian National University (ANU) is recognised worldwide for its high teaching standards and outstanding research quality.
With small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio, ANU students enjoy unparalleled access to their tutors and lecturers, who are world leaders in their fields. Students can choose from a wide variety of degree options; all designed so they can tailor their studies to suit their strengths, passions, and career options.
Coming in at number one in Australia and at 21 worldwide for graduate employability (Global University Employability Ranking 2017), ANU students stand out to employers. And it is no surprise that ANU ranks so highly; the University takes great pride in making sure its students are job-ready when they graduate, and encourages them to make the most of its industry contacts by getting involved with work experience and internship opportunities.
A member of the prestigious International Alliance of Research Universities, ANU stands alongside institutions like Oxford, Cambridge and Yale. A huge 95 per cent of research that takes place at ANU is recognised as above or well above world standard, positioning the University to take on the challenges facing the world today and into the future, with the aim to change society for the better.
Famed for its inclusive campus, ANU (CRICOS Provider Number 00120C) is number one in Australia and number seven in the world for its international outlook, meaning that its 7,000+ overseas students feel welcome throughout their stay.

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