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.

Note: The Bachelor of Arts may be undertaken full-time or part-time at either the Brisbane South (Nathan) or Gold Coast campus. A full-time student will generally attend 12 hours of scheduled classes per week throughout the trimester. Classes are generally scheduled during the day but some are offered during the evening between Monday and Friday. The Master of Public Policy and Leadership is delivered online. Some courses will include optional in-person workshops and discussions. Students will access course materials, participate in learning activities, lodge assessment items and access support services via Learning@Griffith. Access to a reliable computer with internet connection is essential.

Areas of study

Creative writing; economics; history; human geography; Indigenous studies; Islam-West relations; journalism; language and society; languages (Chinese, French*, German*, Indonesian*, Italian, Japanese, Korean*, Modern Greek#, Spanish); literary studies; political science and public policy; psychology; screen studies; social justice; sociology; strategic communications; theatre. *Via cross-institutional study with The University of Queensland. #Online via cross-institutional study with Flinders University, South Australia.

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.