Unit

Graduate Research School

Research and Public PolicyWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 800212.1

Discipline: STUDIES IN HUMAN SOCIETY

Student Contribution Band: 4

Level: 7

Credit Points: 10

Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in a Doctoral (HDR) course and 8111 - Graduate Certificate in Researcher Engagement, Development and Impact.

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About this Unit
Public policy can effect change in society at global, national and local levels. This unit examines public policy and the role of research in its development. Students will explore, analyse and understand the link between research and public policy, will receive guest lectures from experts in public policy development, and have the opportunity to produce a peer-reviewed public policy paper or article.