Bachelor of Arts/Master of Public Policy and Leadership

Combine your purpose and passions in arts, social science and public policy, to shape a better future for generations to come.

Develop a comprehensive range of skills, including critical thinking, communication, research, and analytical abilities, earning both a bachelor's and master's degree in just four years.

Pursuing an arts specialisation from a broad range of options, you will develop a unique set of interdisciplinary skills that will set you up for a highly adaptable future across a range of industries. You'll become a creative thinker and clear communicator with a high level of cultural awareness, capable of guiding business and government through the complexities of modern life.

Bachelor of arts specialisations include history, sociology, human geography, economics, Indigenous Studies, and political science.

This foundation is then complemented by specialised knowledge in areas such as policy analysis, program evaluation, leadership and management, public administration, and strategic planning.

This vertical degree combination can foster skills in data analysis, policy advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and decision-making within the public sector.

Opportunities to boost your career development and employability are integrated throughout the degrees, and you'll engage in case studies, internships, and collaborative projects with leading organisations, gaining practical experience and building a professional network before you graduate.

Areas of study

Majors: Chinese, creative writing, criminal justice, drama, French,* German,* history, Indigenous studies, Indonesian,* Islam-West relations, Italian, Japanese, journalism, Korean,* language, culture and society, literary studies, Modern Greek,* security and international studies, popular culture and screen studies, psychology, sociology, social justice, Spanish, strategic communication. Minors:Art history and theory, digital media production, environmental humanities, gender studies, medical humanities, politics and international studies, Russian,* screen studies, security studies, Spanish, translating and interpreting for Chinese speakers.
*Via cross-institutional study.

Career opportunities

Graduates from this dual degree program will possess a well-rounded skill set suitable for various roles in government, non-profit organisations, consulting firms, and other sectors focused on public policy and leadership.