Master of Public Policy

Gain the expertise that policymakers need to create strategic and operational policies that make life better—locally, nationally, and internationally.

The Master of Public Policy equips you with the knowledge, skills, and competencies you need to provide high-quality policy advice under pinned by a strong sense of public purpose and integrity. You'll acquire a nuanced understanding of policy design, analysis, and implementation in the real world.

Our association with key players in government means you will learn from policymakers and advisers involved in strategic and operational decision-making.

To be accepted into this programme you will need to meet:

Bachelor's degree and two years' work experience in the public sector, or extensive work experience.

Proof of English proficiency

To be accepted into this programme you will need to meet one of the following:

IELTS: minimum overall score of 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.0

TOEFL: minimum score of 90 for the internet-based test with a minimum of 20 in writing

Pearson Test of English: minimum score of 58 (with a ‘Communicative’ score of not less than 50)

EPP: minimum final scores of 4,4,5,5

Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 176 or higher, with each skill score no less than 169

New Zealand Certificates in English Language (NZCEL): Level 5 (Academic)

NZAPA: English New Zealand Accredited Pathway Assessment Level 3 (with no skill lower than Level 2)

Application deadlines: Trimester 1 - 1 Dec; Trimester 2 - 1 May and Trimester 3 - 1 Sep.