This unit provides an introduction to the Australian policy context, with a critical analysis of the role and influence of key institutions and actors. The unit evaluates current debates and controversies, including issues around reform and changes to the policy environment. The unit explores recent developments in the literature of policy studies, in Australia and internationally, and examines a range of theories of the policy process, including the 'policy cycle' of formulation, implementation and evaluation. -- Course Website
Instructor: Politics staff
Prerequisites: Admission to MPP or PGDipPP or PGCertPP or MPASR or PGCertPASR or PGDipPASR or MIntRel or MSc in Environmental Health or PGDipSc in Environmental HealthÂ
