Degree Structure

The program consists of 48 units of coursework, 36 of which are compulsory courses as listed in the Summary of Courses page, and 12 of which are elective courses determined in consultation with the co-ordinator, in light of the student's prior background, and particular regional and topical interests.

The compulsory courses will be available annually as indicated.

Elective courses (listed in the Summary of Courses page) consist of:

• existing courses in given areas that would be strongly recommended to students as appropriate choices;

• an internship course which could be taken up by particular students where this is successfully negotiated with a participating organisation.

• for students with strong grades in other MAAPD courses, and an interest in further research, a Research option is available in 24 Units research  thesis is undertaken over six months full-time (or one year part time) in addition to the 48 Unit MAAPD. This option generally requries an 80% or greater average in the MAAPD and is subject to the approval of Program Convenors,

The information published on the Study at ANU 2012 website applies to the 2012 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2011 website.