Course results for Australian National University Degrees

Address global population growth and decline

Gain demographic research skills to inform policy. In this specialisation you will learn to analyse and interpret demographic data so that you can develop policies that will help communities navigate the pressures of population change.  

The fundamentals of contemporary public policy making

Discover the concepts and tools for designing and implementing public policy. You’ll explore policy approaches to complex challenges like public health, immigration, and education. Get to know the key players in policy making—and what your role might be.

For impactful careers in purpose-driven organisations

Prepare for leadership roles in government, advocacy groups, national and international institutions. You’ll develop new skills in communication, teamwork, and ethical leadership. Study online with experts at the Crawford School of Public Policy.

Harness the power of communications to persuade in policy work

Enhance your skills in policy making and public service delivery through the art of communication. Learn the principles of policy communication and persuasion so that you can lead improvements in policy and create the outcomes you desire.  

Influence decision making and policy design

Prepare yourself for, or boost your abilities, in policymaker and policy analysis roles. Develop deeper ability in analysis and critique of policy competencies. Cover cost-benefit analysis, statistical and stakeholder analysis and more.  

Forge your future in security at this critical time

Join ANU Crawford School of Public Policy as you learn about policy analysis, policy making and policy leadership. Evaluate future risks including pandemics, interference, terrorism and more. 

Upskill in international policy

Specialise in policy processes by exploring the link between domestic and international policy making. With this specialisation, you can open your career to global opportunities. Graduate with a niche that is sought-after due to globalisation.  

Confront challenges in environmental management and climate change policy

Explore economics and its role managing natural resources including water and energy. You’ll use economic tools to analyse human interactions with the environment. Investigate where climate change sits in core economic policy.

Innovate policy to tackle contemporary issues in a complex world

Play a leading role in today’s contemporary public policy landscape and systems. You’ll build a solid foundation in regulation, compliance, and fairness, then deep dive into challenges including disruptive technology, global business, and climate.

Move into public finance leadership

Understand how taxes and expenditure impact decision-making in economies. Build confidence in benchmarks like efficiency, equity and redistribution so that you can debate on taxes and expenditure. Reach your goals as a public leader of finance.