A postgraduate program
Fast facts
Course type: Postgraduate (coursework)
Availability (full-time or part-time): Full-time l Part-time
Location: On campus
Courses
Course name: Graduate Certificate in Applied Population Studies
Duration (full-time equivalent): 6 months
GradStart code: 2GC031
CRICOS code: 023587M
Course name: Graduate Diploma in Applied Population Studies
Duration (full-time equivalent): 1 year
GradStart code: 2GD021
CRICOS code: 002624G
Course name: Master of Applied Population Studies
Duration (full-time equivalent): 2 years
GradStart code: 2CM026
CRICOS code: 002642E
Course name: Master of Arts in Applied Population Studies
Duration (full-time equivalent): 2 years
GradStart code: N/A
CRICOS code: 031349C
Overview
Our comprehensive program in Applied Population Studies draws on theories and material from social and health sciences including demography, geography, sociology, economics and public health.
Graduates are suitable for careers in areas such as overseas development, health and family planning, development planning, statistical services, policy, research and teaching.
What will I study?
Refer to the course rule:
- Graduate Certificate in Applied Population Studies
- Graduate Diploma in Applied Population Studies
- Master of Applied Population Studies
- Master of Arts in Applied Population Studies
Entry requirements
Applicants for the Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Master of Applied Population Studies must normally hold an approved undergraduate degree or equivalent.
Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma (or other qualifications deemed equivalent) receive credit when progressing to the Graduate Diploma or Masters.
Applicants for the Master of Arts in Applied Population Studies must normally hold an approved honours degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline and have at least two years' relevant work experience.
International students: Entry and English language requirements
Applications
| Domestic students | |
|---|---|
| Mid year entry: | Yes - N/A to Master of Arts in Applied Population Studies |
| Applications: | SATAC - GradStart |
| Application closing dates: | Check GradStart.
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| International students | |
|---|---|
| Mid year entry: | Yes - N/A to Master of Arts in Applied Population Studies) |
| Applications: | How to apply |
| Application closing dates: | Semester 1 - 30 November of the year proceeding admission Semester 2 - 31 May of that year. |
Annual fees
| Course | Domestic students | International students |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Certificate in Applied Population Studies | Place Type: Full fee paying $8,280 | Download fee schedule |
| Graduate Diploma in Applied Population Studies | Place Type: Full fee paying $16,200 | Download fee schedule |
| Master of Applied Population Studies | Place Type: Full fee paying $16,142 | Download fee schedule |
| Master of Arts in Applied Population Studies | Refer to Research Higher Degrees | Download fee schedule |
Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?
