Postgraduate coursework program
Asian Governance
Graduate Certificate in Asian Governance (18 units)
Graduate Diploma in Asian Governance (36 units)
Master of Asian Governance (72 units)
Fast facts
- Study load: Graduate Certificate: 6 months full-time, or equivalent part-time
Graduate Diploma: 1 year full-time, or equivalent part-time
Masters: 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time
- Full fee-paying
- Mode: Internal
- Mid-year entry available
- Available to Australian and international students.
- GradStart Code: GC - 2GC032; GD - 2GD022; Masters - 2CM031.
The program explores contemporary theories and practical examples of social, economic and political change in Asia. The curriculum is designed to acquaint students with issues and policies in Asian governance and to apply political economy and public policy concepts at a practical level. The aim is to enable students to be aware of the need for local knowledge and multidisciplinary approaches in designing and implementing good governance.
It provides a specialised postgraduate education for students who may seek to pursue doctoral studies or professional employment in aid agencies, local government, community development agencies and national and international development agencies.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate introduces students to contemporary theories and practical examples of social, economic and political change in Asia and develop an understanding of conceptual skills and regional knowledge concerned with governance in the Asian region. The Graduate Diploma builds on the Graduate Certificate program, providing a more advanced appreciation of key themes and issues.
The Masters program provides advanced grounding in the academic debates and professional literature in Asian governance: including corporate, environmental and democratic governance. It will provide students with: conceptual skills and regional knowledge to meet the needs of those concerned with governance in the Asian region; a political economy approach will impart students with a capacity to deal with diverse interests and organisational cultures; and, the awareness of the need for local knowledge and multidisciplinary approaches in designing and implementing good governance.
Course structure
Candidates for the Graduate Certificate in Asian Governance must complete 3 topics (6 units each) and candidates for the Graduate Diploma must complete 6 topics.
The Master of Asian Governance requires 72 units of study, which includes the 36 units required for the Graduate Diploma in Asian Governance and a further 36 units as set out below. (Progressive entry students admitted to the Masters program receive 18 units of credit and advanced entry students receive 36 units of credit.) Masters students will complete the compulsory topic Inter-Disciplinary Seminar on Asian Governance and 5 other topics, and a 12,000 word thesis is optional for students.
The full program of study is set out in the Course rule and topic descriptions for the relevant degree(s).
Entry requirements
Applicants for the Graduate Certificate normally must hold an approved undergraduate degree or equivalent. Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma (or other qualifications deemed equivalent, eg honours degree, or relevant work experience) at an acceptable grade average may apply for entry to the Graduate Diploma or Masters degree respectively and will receive credit for work already completed.
How to apply using GradStart
Three easy steps:
- Visit the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC) website.
- Link via the GradStart button. Click on 'Want to Apply?' to begin your application.
- Submit your application. You will be sent a confirmation email.
You can apply for admission at any time during the year and GradStart applications are free.
If you receive any correspondence from SATAC requesting further information you will need to supply what is requested. Your application cannot be processed until all requested information is received.
Note: you must be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia to apply through GradStart.
International students interested in a postgraduate course at Flinders will need to contact the Flinders International Office.
Course fees
See the appropriate fee schedule for Australian students and international students.
Australian citizens, and those holding an Australian permanent humanitarian visa who meet eligiblity criteria, are eligible to defer their fees through the Higher Education Loan Program (FEE-HELP). Contact Student Finance Services on (08) 8201 3143 for details.
Scholarships
Australian Develipment Scholarships (ADS) are provided by AusAid, the Australian Agency for International Development. These are available to citizens of some countries in the Pacific and Indian Oceans, Southeast Asia, South Asia and some countries in Africa. Successful applicants will have their tuition fees paid and a living allowance will be provided.
Application forms may be obtained from the nearest Australian Embassy or Australian High Commission office. For more information visit the AusAID web site at: http://www.ausaid.gov.au/
It is not possible to apply directly to Flinders University for ADS scholarships.
Closing dates: Semester 2, 2008 intake: 25th July, 2008.
Further information
Flinders Asia Centre
Tel: (08) 8201 2404, or (08) 8201 3513. Fax: (08) 8201 5111
Email: asian.studies@flinders.edu.au
General Information: Australian students should contact:
The Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel: (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax: (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au
General Information: International students should contact:
The International Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel: (+ 618) 8201 2727
Fax: (+ 618) 8201 3177 CRICOS Registered Provider Code: 00114A
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