2011 Graduate Guide

2011
2010
Graduate Programs
Programs
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Contents
About ANU 3
Graduate Coursework – overview, admission, fees and scholarships 4
Graduate Coursework – degree programs 6
Graduate Coursework – Graduate Studies Select 16
Graduate Research – overview, admission, fees and scholarships 18
Graduate Research – graduate research fields 20
Professional Doctorates 23
What Other Things Do I need to Apply for? – accommodation and childcare 24
Who can I talk to? – events and contact details 25
Published by the Division of Registrar and Student Services, The Australian

National University. No undertakings are binding on the University unless
they are obtained in an official letter of offer from the Registrar. The
University may vary the entrance requirements, content and availability of
programs, and costs and charges applied to the programs outlined in this
publication. The University reserves the right to change the contents of
programs and not to offer all programs listed in this publication.
ANU CRICOS Number: 00120C
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Welcome to ANU
The decision about which university you

choose for graduate study is a serious one
and you need to be as well informed as
possible. This publication is designed to
help you with the decision making process.
Why choose The Australian

National University?
The Australian National University (ANU) is

consistently rated Australia’s best university
and among the best in the world.*
ANU has strong links with leading

international universities that enable joint
research programs, shared graduate study
options and exchanges. ANU is the only Australian member of the International
Alliance of Research Universities (IARU). Other members of IARU include: ETH Zurich,
the National University of Singapore, Peking University, the University of California,
Berkeley, the University of Cambridge, the University of Copenhagen, the University of
Oxford, the University of Tokyo and Yale University.
The unique research focus of ANU provides unparalleled opportunities to learn from
and work with some of Australia’s leading minds, and gives you access to quality
research and learning facilities.
Located in the nation’s capital, Canberra, ANU students study within the hub of
Australian government and benefit from the strong partnerships ANU has with
government, business and other national institutions.
The ANU campus is diverse, with approximately 15,000 students from all walks of life:
mature age, part-time, graduate and school leavers from all states and territories in
Australia and international students from 100 different countries. These are just some
of the reasons ANU can offer you a great graduate study experience.
I encourage you to fully explore this publication and use it as a starting point in
finding out more about what we offer.
Professor Ian Chubb AC

Vice-Chancellor
* The Times Higher Education Supplement 2009
INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCE OF
RESEARCH UNIVERSITIES
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About ANU ANU College of Arts & Social Sciences
• Australian Demographic and Social Research Institute
• Research School of Humanities and the Arts
– School of Archaeology and Anthropology
ANU has been at the leading edge of Australian and International research
– School of Art
since it was established in 1946. It continues to attract some of the best
staff and students from Australia and the world. Its teaching programs are – School of Cultural Inquiry
ranked among the world’s best, research conducted in its academic colleges – School of Language Studies
has been recognised with Nobel prizes, and its international links include – School of Music
sole Australian membership of the International Alliance of Research
Universities (IARU). • Research School of Social Sciences
– School of History
The primary campus is self-contained with low-rise buildings set in 145
hectares of parkland. There are bus connections to the city (which is 10 – School of Philosophy
minutes away from the campus) and suburbs. – School of Politics and International Relations
The University has state-of-the-art facilities including the ANU Library, which – School of Sociology
has four main and several branch locations. Together they contain over – Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research
two million print items, 53,000 electronic journals and over 150 electronic – Centre for Applied Philosophy and Public Ethics
databases. ANU students are also able to access resources at the surrounding
– Centre for Arab and Islamic Studies
national institutions, including the National Library of Australia.
– Centre for Educational Development and Academic Methods
The ANU campus houses a range of shops and restaurants, catering for
– Centre for Policy Innovation
all tastes and budgets. As a student you will find ANU offers a dynamic
academic and social life. There are over 100 clubs and societies on campus. – Australian National Internship Program
Some of the student support services include: ANU College of Asia & the Pacific
• Academic Skills and Learning Centre • School of Culture, History and Language
• Careers Centre • School of International, Political and Strategic Studies
• Chaplains • School of Regulation, Justice and Diplomacy
• Child Care • Crawford School of Economics and Government
• Counselling Centre
ANU College of Business & Economics
• Dean of Students
• Research School of Business
• Disability Support Centre
• Research School of Economics
• Graduate Information Literacy Program
• School of Accounting and Business Information Systems
• Health Services
• School of Economics
• International Office
• School of Finance, Actuarial Studies and Applied Statistics
• Jabal Indigenous Higher Education Centre
• School of Management, Marketing and International Business
• Learning Communities
• Muslim Students’ Centre ANU College of Engineering & Computer Science
• Postgraduate and Research Students’ Association (PARSA) • School of Computer Science
• Research Student Development Centre • School of Engineering
• Student Mobility
• Student Information and Guidance Network (SIGN)
ANU College of Law
• University Library • Law School
• University Security • Legal Workshop
• National Institute for Social Sciences and Law
Did you know? ANU College of Medicine, Biology & Environment
• ANU is Australia’s highest ranked university and among the world’s best • ANU Medical School
(Ranked first in Australia and 17th in the world by The Times Higher
• Fenner School of Environment and Society
Education Supplement, 2009).
• Institute of Population Health
• ANU is the only Australian member of the International Alliance of
Research Universities (IARU). • The John Curtin School of Medical Research
• Eighty per cent of academics at ANU have a PhD. • School of Biology
• There are over two million volumes in the ANU Library. • School of Health and Psychological Sciences
• The main ANU campus has over 200 buildings and occupies 145 ANU College of Physical & Mathematical Sciences
hectares, within a 10 minute walk of the city.
• Centre for the Public Awareness of Science
• ANU has a coastal campus – Kioloa – located near Bawley Point on the
NSW South Coast. • Mathematical Sciences Institute
• There are over 10,000 trees on the ANU campus. • Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics
• The oldest building on the ANU campus is Old Canberra House, built • Research School of Chemistry
in 1913. • Research School of Earth Sciences
• Research School of Physics and Engineering
Academic Colleges The academic colleges link research and teaching at undergraduate,
ANU has seven academic colleges, made up of the research and education graduate and higher degree levels, and give the base to achieve research
centres and schools that contribute to broad discipline areas. Graduate at the highest standards of excellence, educational programs informed by
students pursue their degree program in the college appropriate to their current research and active researchers that give students a memorably
study or research area. good experience of ANU.
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About Canberra Graduate Coursework
The Bush Capital What is it?

Canberra, Australia’s national capital, is an open-planned city nestled in a Graduate coursework generally results in the awarding of a master degree,
picturesque natural setting. Approaching its 100th birthday, Canberra offers a graduate diploma, or a graduate certificate. Each of these awards requires
a vibrant, cosmopolitan lifestyle with a high concentration of national different standards and quantities of work. The major component of the
museums and galleries, as well as cafés and restaurants. Its population of program is attendance at lectures and tutorials, and submitting assessment
345,000 is a small, highly educated, and multicultural community, which items, such as essays and assignments. Some graduate coursework programs
provides the city with an international flavour without compromising the may also involve a research component, where students work with the
relaxed atmosphere central to its design. assistance of supervisors on a more substantial project, which involves the
submission of a thesis as part of the assessment.
Canberra was designed by Chicago architects Walter Burley Griffin and
Marion Mahony Griffin, with construction commencing in 1913. A lake Admission to a graduate coursework degree will usually require a candidate
bearing Walter Burley Griffin’s name is the centrepiece of the design, and to have completed a bachelor degree with at least a credit grade average (ie
provides a stunning backdrop for the Parliamentary Triangle, which has 60 per cent). Some graduate coursework degrees require applicants to have
become Canberra’s historical and cultural centre. completed an honours degree (at upper second class level or above).
Canberra is home to Australia’s Parliament and diplomats from over 120
countries. Parliament House is just one of several distinctive architectural How do I apply for admission?
features, which include the High Court of Australia, the National Gallery of
Australia, the National Portrait Gallery, the National Library of Australia, the Admission requirements and deadlines vary depending on the program for
National Museum of Australia, the Australian War Memorial, Questacon – which you are applying and your status.
The National Science and Technology Centre, and the Australian Institute If you are a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or a citizen of New
of Sport. These and many other national institutions provide a cultural and Zealand, you are classified as a ‘domestic’ student. Domestic coursework
political backdrop, as well as a host of resources for students. students apply either direct to ANU or through the Universities Admissions
Surrounded by stunning nature reserves, the ‘bush capital’ is a planned city Centre (UAC), depending on the degree program. Specific requirements are
integrated into the natural environment. This allows Canberrans to quickly listed in the Graduate Coursework Programs table on pages 6–14.
escape the city and enjoy scenic walking tracks and cycling paths. Within a If you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or a citizen of
few hours drive are the beautiful beaches of the NSW South Coast, the Snowy New Zealand, you are classified as an ‘international’ student. International
Mountains, southern region wineries and the city of Sydney. students apply direct to ANU for all graduate coursework degree programs.
Canberra’s climate is marked by blue skies and sunshine. In July, the coldest
month of the year, the average temperature range is from 0 to 11 degrees Direct Applications
Celsius (31 to 52 degrees Fahrenheit). In January, the hottest month of the If you are asked to apply direct to ANU, you can apply online or download
year, temperatures range from 13 to 28 degrees Celsius (56 to 82 degrees forms and submit them as hard copies. If you are an international student,
Fahrenheit). you will be required to pay an application fee of A$75 (online) or A$100
For more information on Canberra, please visit: (hard copy).
• Virtual Canberra - www.virtualcanberra.gov.au Online: http://students.anu.edu.au/apply_online.asp

Hardcopy: www.anu.edu.au/sas/admission/index.php#applic
• Visit Canberra - www.visitcanberra.com.au
ANU Admissions Office
• The Canberra Times - canberra.yourguide.com.au T: +61 2 6125 5594
E: admiss.enq@anu.edu.au
W: www.anu.edu.au/sas/admission
Sydney Applications through the Universities Admissions Centre

Some domestic coursework students will be asked to apply through the
Canberra Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). Details and application procedures can
be found by contacting:
Universities Admissions Centre
T: +61 2 9752 0200
Melbourne
W: www.uac.edu.au
English Language requirements

You are required to demonstrate an adequate standard of English before
you can be accepted for admission to ANU. Unless your previous tertiary-
level studies were undertaken in English in (for example) Australia, Canada,
New Zealand, the United Kingdom or the United States of America, you will
normally have to sit for either the International English Language Testing
System (IELTS - overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0) or the Test of
English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL Internet Based Test - 90 with at least
20 in each section). Some programs may require higher scores.
Further information can be found at:
http://policies.anu.edu.au/policies/english_language_admission_
requirements_for_students/policy
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Applicants* who meet all entry requirements of their ANU program except If you are a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or a citizen of New
for the English language entry requirement, and have been provided with a Zealand, you are classified as a domestic student. If you do not fall into one
letter of offer that is conditional only upon meeting this English language of these categories, you are classified as an international student.
requirement, may apply for the ANU Access English or ANU Access English If you are an international student, you can request an International Fee
Preparation program as qualifying programs. Applicants must have an Schedule from the ANU Admissions Office, or an ANU representative.
overall IELTS score of 6.0** (with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands) to qualify
for the Access English program; applicants must have an overall IELTS The indicative annual tuition fees listed here are in Australian dollars and are
for your guidance only, as the actual tuition fee you will pay will depend on
score of 5.5** (with a minimum of 5.0 in all bands) to qualify for the Access
the courses you choose and the number of units required for the successful
English Preparation program.
completion of your degree program. Prices quoted are for 2010. Some
Full details can be found on the ANU College website: graduate coursework degree programs may be available for eligible domestic
www.anucollege.com.au/index.php students as Commonwealth supported places.
*some restrictions apply Scholarships

**or equivalent
There are a small number of graduate coursework degree program
scholarships at ANU. They are awarded to outstanding students and are
How do I accept my offer? extremely competitive. These include:
Once your application has been approved by ANU, you will receive an
• ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science Graduate Masters
emailed offer, which includes information on how to accept your offer.
Scholarships
Student visas • Hedley Bull Scholarship in the Master of Arts (International Relations)
• Indigenous Australian Graduate Scholarship
If you are an international student, once you have met all conditions, returned
your Offer Acceptance Declaration and paid your deposit, you will be provided • Legal Workshop Indigenous Student Scholarship Scheme
with information about your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE) • National Museum of Australia Scholarship for the Graduate Diploma
form, which you will need in order to apply for a student visa. • Neil Vousden Scholarship in the Master of Economics
In some countries, visa processing takes considerable time. You may be • Oslo Peace Scholarship
required to undertake pre-visa assessment prior to payment of fees and issue • School of Art Graduate Materials Award Master of Arts (Visual Arts)
of the eCOE. For more information on visa requirements and the issuing
process, please contact the Australian embassy or diplomatic mission in your • TB Millar Scholarship in the Master of Arts (Strategic Studies) or the
home country or go to: www.immi.gov.au Master of Strategic Affairs
Full details on the scholarships, eligibility and application deadlines can be
found at: www.anu.edu.au/scholarships
How much will my degree cost?
You may need to submit a separate application for any scholarship you wish
Tuition fees are charged to all students: however, the level of the fee and to be considered for. Please check the scholarship admission and application
whether deferral or government loans are available depends on your details carefully.
citizenship, residency status, unit load, year of commencement and the level
of the degree program enrolled in. Full details can be found at: Scholarships Office
www.anu.edu.au/sas/fees/index.php W: www.anu.edu.au/scholarships
E: scholarships@anu.edu.au
FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists eligible fee
T: +61 2 6125 3354
paying students, including Australian citizens and permanent humanitarian
visa holders. Full details, including eligibility criteria can be found at:
www.goingtouni.gov.au
Graduate Coursework Degree Programs – Indicative Annual Tuition Fees 2010
Graduate Certificate Graduate Diploma Master by coursework Master by coursework

Half year full time 1 year full time 1 year full time 2 years full time*
Domestic International Domestic International Domestic International Domestic International
ANU College of tuition fee tuition fee tuition fee tuition fee tuition fee tuition fee tuition fee tuition fee
Arts & Social Sciences $11,700– $18,576– $15,600– $24,768– $15,600pa*– $24,768pa*–
$7,800 $12,384
$18,000 $26,016 $18,000 $26,016 $18,000pa* $26,016pa*
Asia & the Pacific $9,000– $9,000– $15,600– $21,408– $14,400– $20,484–
$18,000pa* $26,016pa*
$13,008 $16,656 $23,688 $27,312 $23,568 $27,312
Business & Economics
$10,704 $13,008 $21,408 $26,016 $21,408 $26,016 $21,408pa* $26,016pa*
Engineering &
NA NA NA NA $19,200 $24,768 $19,200pa* $24,768pa*
Computer Science
Law
$9,000 $12,384 $13,500 $18,576 $18,000 $24,768 NA NA
Medicine, Biology & $15,600– $24,768– $14,280– $15,600–

Environment
$9,600 $12,384 $24,768 $24,768*
$19,200 $26,400 $19,200 $19,200*
Physical & Mathematical $15,600– $24,768– $15,600– $15,600–
Sciences
$9,600 $12,384 $24,768 $24,768*
$19,200 $26,400 $19,200 $19,200*
*Please note that the indicative annual fees (pa = per annum) listed in this table are for one year of full time study only. The indicative costs for a graduate
coursework degree program that is two years in duration can be estimated by doubling the indicative annual fee and adding five per cent to the second year
of fees (any tuition fee increases at ANU are capped at five per cent, compounded annually, of the annual tuition fee applicable in the year of admission to
the program).
For full tuition fee details, please visit: www.anu.edu.au/sas/fees/index.php
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Graduate Coursework
Saving our closet cousins
Debby Cox
Masters of Science (Alumni) Degree Program
ANU College of Medicine, Biology
and Environment All degree programs in the graduate coursework table on the following
pages are colour coded to indicate which of the seven academic colleges
administer the program.
ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences

Debby Cox says chimpanzees are just short, hairy people that are like our
own children — extremely tactile and very emotional. Having spent most of ANU College of Asia and the Pacific
her time studying them in her coursework degree she should know. ANU College of Business and Economics
“They see and understand a lot and recognise human actions and interactions,” ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science
she says. “They’re watching us as much as we’re watching them. It made me
ANU College of Law
realise how much they were like children – incredibly vulnerable.
ANU College of Medicine, Biology and Environment
“They give unconditional love and are very responsive, like a child that’s
been in a very loving family.” ANU College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
A Master of Science graduate from ANU, Cox also spent 12 years setting up
and running the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Uganda. Full details on each of these degree programs can be found by visiting:
www.anu.edu.au/graduatecoursework, or by contacting the academic
The sanctuary was established through a combined national and colleges – see the contacts listing on page 25.
international initiative to develop and implement a long-term strategy for
All degree programs in this table are available to international students on
conservation of chimpanzees and their habitat. It is currently home to 45
student visas, with the exception of the Graduate Certificate in Australian
rescued chimpanzee orphans.
Migration Law, the Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, the Graduate
In the early days, Cox worked at the RSPCA and as a vet nurse before she Certificate in Science Communication, the Graduate Diploma in Legal
secured a job at Taronga Zoo. She says that primates always interested her, Practice, the Master of Higher Education and the Executive Master of Public
chimps in particular, but the experience of working with them inspired her Administration.. CRICOS codes for individual degree programs are available at:
to her true calling. www.anu.edu.au/sas/fees/index.php
While working at the zoo she met Professor Colin Groves, a widely
respected primate expert based at ANU. Groves recalls the day Cox came Duration
to the University to study for her Master degree, and took a course he was
offering in human evolution. A one year, full time degree program will usually comprise two semesters
of study (or equivalent). Similarly, a two year, full time degree program will
“Debby was very bright and way ahead of the other students, full of ideas usually comprise four semesters of study. A number of courses within degree
and right up there in the course, even though it was on human evolution.” programs are now offered in ‘non-standard’ sessions – full details on course
offerings can be found within each degree program listing at: www.anu.edu.
Groves says that Cox has done an enormous amount for the conservation
au/graduatecoursework
of chimpanzees — work that he describes as “absolutely crucial.”
Part time study is generally represented as double the duration of full time
In January 2009 Cox became a Member of the General Division of the Order
study. International students on student visas are required to study full time.
of Australia for her work in conservation, protection, research and care of
primates through the Jane Goodall Institute in Uganda.
The award also recognised her work to establish the Pan African Semester Intake
Sanctuary Alliance, a network of 19 sanctuaries in 12 African countries Most degree programs have two intakes per year and can be started in either
that protect chimps. Semester 1 (late February) or Semester 2 (mid July). Those degree programs
Image courtesy Penny Tweedie. that have only one intake per year will list Semester 1 only or Semester 2 only.
Some programs may start in non standard sessions (ie Summer, Winter) -
please check details at: www.anu.edu.au/graduatecoursework
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Study Type
A graduate coursework degree program will comprise coursework (CW),
research (R), and/or performance studies (P). New world order novels
Associate Professor Debjani Ganguly
Admission Category Senior Fellow
For the purposes of this guide, admission requirements have been divided
into different categories. They are an indication only — applicants must
either visit www.anu.edu.au/graduatecoursework or contact the relevant
academic college for full details before applying.
Category 1: An Australian bachelor degree with at least a credit (60 per cent) By investigating Anglophone fiction written after 1989 Dr Debjani
grade average (65 per cent in some instances), or its international equivalent. Ganguly is helping to uncover the human impacts of global trends and the
Category 2: An Australian bachelor degree with at least a credit (60 per emergence of what she describes as a growing global consciousness.
cent) grade average (65 per cent in some instances), but normally with a An Associate Professor of Literature in the ANU College of Arts and Social
relevant major, or its international equivalent. Sciences, Dr Ganguly is in the process of creating a history of novels
Category 3: An Australian bachelor degree with at least a distinction grade written in English during the last two decades.
average (70 per cent), or its international equivalent. From this research Ganguly concludes that the post-1989 world has been
Category 4: An Australian bachelor degree with at least a distinction grade characterised by some interconnected developments: the collapse of
average (70 per cent), but normally with a relevant major, or its international Communism, the rise of the US as a global superpower, the expansion of
equivalent. global capitalism, and the growth of fundamentalist Islam.
Category 5: An Australian bachelor degree with at least upper second-class Out of these trends has grown a new global awareness, which she believes
Honours, or its international equivalent. can be traced through novels. She believes these works elucidate emerging
global trends at the human level, and can complement the official
Category 6: An Australian bachelor degree with at least upper second-class narratives of history and international relations.
Honours, but normally with a relevant major, or its international equivalent.
“Novels speak to a much larger constituency than just literature scholars,”
Category 7: A graduate qualification in a related discipline. explains Ganguly. “They supplement insight offered from other kinds of
Category 8: A graduate qualification in a related discipline, but normally disciplines - political science or international relations, for example. While
with relevant work experience. these disciplines are very important in strategic ways, novels are more
humanistic in orientation. They actually address the human impacts of
* Additional admission requirements (may include portfolio, audition or larger events.”
professional experience – contact the relevant academic college for full
details or visit www.anu.edu.au/graduatecoursework). Ganguly points out that the process of globalisation makes it a lot easier
for people in one part of the world to interact with and comprehend what
is going on elsewhere, thanks to advances in communications technologies.
Flexible Study Option This technological revolution has been accompanied by shifts in the way
that people think about their place in the world, which in turn has affected
Some graduate coursework programs are available to students through the way that people write and read novels.
flexible delivery options – these may include online study or intensive, short
course study. “In my reading of post-1989 novels I was coming across books that,
although they could express the concerns of specific regions, were also
imbued with a kind of global consciousness. For example, the writers were
Application Method not necessarily from the regions they were dealing with. There was this
global conversation happening about key trouble spots around the world.
Domestic students are citizens or permanent residents of Australia or citizens
of New Zealand. Students who do not fall into these categories are classified “We’re all looking for answers. We live in very fraught times. It seems there
as international students. is too much conflict, too much tension. A lot of these books provide very
fine insights into the problems of our age. In that sense the works I’m
‘UAC’ applications are made through the University Admissions Centre. See looking at are epoch making.”
page 4 for contact details.
‘Direct’ applications are made either online or as hard copy to ANU. See page
4 for contact details.
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Graduate Coursework
Degree Program College Duration (years) Semester Study Admission Flexible Domestic International
Intake Type Category Study Application Application
Full time Part time
Option Method Method
(domestic
Available
only)
ACCOUNTING
Graduate Certificate in Accounting 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Accounting 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Accounting 2 4 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Professional Accounting 1.5 3 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
actuarial studies
Graduate Certificate in Actuarial Studies NA 1 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Graduate Certificate in Actuarial Techniques 0.5 1 1 only CW only 2 Direct Direct
Master of Actuarial Statistics 1 2 1 only CW only 2 Direct Direct
Master of Actuarial Studies 2 4 1 only CW only 2 Direct Direct
anthropology
Graduate Diploma in Arts (Anthropology) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Graduate Diploma in Arts (Biological 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Anthropology)
Graduate Diploma in Arts 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
(Indigenous Australian Studies)
Master of Anthropology 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5 UAC Direct
Master of Applied Anthropology and 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1  UAC Direct
Participatory Development
Master of Arts (Anthropology) 2 4 1 only CW & R 1 UAC Direct
Master of Arts (Biological Anthropology) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 2 UAC Direct
Master of Arts (Indigenous Australian Studies) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 1 UAC Direct
archaeology
Graduate Diploma in Arts (Archaeology) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Master of Archaeological Science 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 3 UAC Direct
Master of Arts (Archaeology) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 1 UAC Direct
Art History & curatorship
Graduate Diploma in Arts (Art History) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Graduate Diploma in Arts (Art History and 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Curatorship)
Master of Arts (Art History) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 1 UAC Direct
Master of Arts (Art History and Curatorship) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 1 UAC Direct
Asia & the pacific
Graduate Certificate in Applied Japanese 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 2 UAC Direct
Linguistics
Master of Arts (Asia Pacific Studies) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 6 UAC Direct
Master of Arts (Southeast Asian Studies) 1 2 1 only CW & R 6 UAC Direct
Master of Asia-Pacific Studies 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 6 UAC Direct
ASTRONOMY & ASTROPHYSICS
Graduate Diploma in Science (Astronomy and 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 1 Direct Direct
Astrophysics)
bioLOGY
Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 6 Direct Direct
Graduate Certificate in Molecular Genetic Analysis 0.5 1 1 only CW only 6 Direct Direct
Academic Colleges
Key: Admission Categories –
Category 1: An Australian bachelor degree with at least a credit (60 per cent) grade average
ANU College of Asia and the Pacific (65 per cent in some instances), or its international equivalent.
ANU College of Business and Economics (65 per cent in some instances), but normally with a relevant major, or its international
ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science equivalent.
Category 3: An Australian bachelor degree with at least a distinction grade average (70 per
ANU College of Law cent), or its international equivalent.
cent), but normally with a relevant major, or its international equivalent.
ANU College of Physical & Mathematical Sciences
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Full time Part time
(domestic
Available
only)
Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Science (Ecology, Evolution 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 1 Direct Direct
and Systematics)
Graduate Diploma in Science (Plant Science) 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 1 Direct Direct
Master of Biotechnology 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Master of Biotechnology (Research) 1 NA 1 or 2 R only 7 Internal Transfer Only
Master of Molecular Genetic Analysis 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Master of Molecular Genetic Analysis (Research) 1 NA 1 or 2 R only 7 Internal Transfer Only
Master of Neuroscience 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Master of Neuroscience (Research) 1 NA 1 or 2 R only 7 Internal Transfer Only
business & management
Graduate Certificate in Business 0.5 1 2 only CW only 1 Direct Direct
Information Management
Graduate Certificate in Management 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1* Direct Direct
Master of Business 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Business Administration 1.5-2 3-4 1 or 2 CW only 1* Direct Direct
Master of Commerce 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 1 Direct Direct
Master of Business Information Systems 2 4 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Information Systems Studies 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Management 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1* Direct Direct
Master of Project Management 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
chemistry
Graduate Certificate in Chemistry 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW & R 6 Direct Direct
Master of Chemistry 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 6 Direct Direct
Classics
Graduate Diploma in Arts (Classics) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Master of Arts (Classics) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 1 UAC Direct
computer science & technology
Master of Computing 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 4 Direct Direct
Master of Computing (Honours) 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 7 Direct Direct
Master of Information Technology Studies 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Demography & social research
Graduate Certificate in Social Research 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Social Research 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
diplomacy
Master of Diplomacy/Master of Arts 2 3.5 1 or 2 CW & R 7* UAC Direct
(International Relations)
Master of Diplomacy/Master of Arts (Strategic 2 3.5 1 or 2 CW & R 7* UAC Direct
Studies)
Master of Diplomacy/Master of Asia-Pacific 1.5 2.5 1 only CW only 7* UAC Direct
Studies
Master of Diplomacy/Master of International 1.5 2.5 1 only CW only 7* UAC Direct
Affairs
Master of Diplomacy/Master of International and 1.5 2.5 1 only CW only 7* Direct Direct
Development Economics
Master of Diplomacy/Master of International Law 1.5 2.5 1 only CW only 7* UAC Direct
Category 5: An Australian bachelor degree with at least upper second-class Honours, or its * Additional admission requirements (may include portfolio, audition or professional
international equivalent. experience).
Category 6: An Australian bachelor degree with at least upper second-class Honours, but + Program not available for International students.
normally with a relevant major, or its international equivalent.
Category 7: A graduate qualification in a related discipline.
Category 8: A graduate qualification in a related discipline, but normally with relevant work Full details for all graduate coursework degree programs can be found at:
experience.
www.anu.edu.au/graduatecoursework
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Graduate Coursework
Full time Part time
(domestic
Available
only)
Master of Diplomacy/Master of Laws 1.5 2.5 1 only CW only 7* UAC Direct
(International Law)
Master of Diplomacy/Master of Middle Eastern and 1.5 2.5 1 only CW only 7* UAC Direct
Central Asian Studies
Master of Diplomacy/Master of Public 1.5 2.5 1 only CW only 7* Direct Direct
Administration
Master of Diplomacy/Master of Public Policy 1.5 2.5 1 only CW only 7* Direct Direct
(Development Policy) or (International Policy)
Master of Diplomacy/Master of Strategic Affairs 1.5 2.5 1 only CW only 7* UAC Direct
Master of Diplomacy/Master of Environmental 1.5 2.5 1 only CW only 7* Direct Direct
Management and Development
Master of Diplomatic Studies 1 2.5 Summer CW only 7* UAC Direct
earth sciences
Graduate Diploma in Science (Geology) 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 1 Direct Direct
Master of Science (Earth Physics) 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 5 Direct Direct
economics
Graduate Certificate in Economic Policy 0.5 1 2 only CW only 1 Direct Direct
Graduate Certificate in International and 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics 1 2 1 only CW only 2 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Economic History 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 2 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Economic Policy 1 2 1 only CW only 2 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Economics 1 2 1 only CW only 2 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Environmental and 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Resource Economics
Graduate Diploma in International and 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in International Trade and 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Economic Relations
Master of Applied Economics 1 2 1 only CW only 6 Direct Direct
Master of Economics 1 2 1 only CW only 6 Direct Direct
Master of Economic Policy 1 2 1 only CW only 6 Direct Direct
Master of Environmental and Resource Economics 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 6 Direct Direct
Master of Health Economics 1 2 1 only CW only 6 Direct Direct
Master of International and Development 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5 Direct Direct
Economics
Master of International Trade and Economic 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 6 Direct Direct
Relations
eDUCATION
Graduate Certificate in Higher Education − 1.5 2 only CW only 1 UAC N/A+
Master of Higher Education − 3 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC N/A+
engineering
Master of Engineering 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 4 Direct Direct
Master of Engineering (Honours) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 7 Direct Direct
academic Colleges
ANU College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
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Full time Part time
(domestic
Available
only)
english
Graduate Diploma in Arts (English) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Master of Arts (English) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 1 UAC Direct
environment & resource management
Graduate Certificate in Environment 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Graduate Certificate in Environmental 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Management and Development
Graduate Certificate in Forestry 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Environment 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Environmental 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Management & Development
Graduate Diploma in Forestry 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Science (Environmental 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 7 Direct Direct
Science)
Master of Climate Change 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5* Direct Direct
Master of Environment 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 1 Direct Direct
Master of Environmental Management and 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 5* Direct Direct
Development
Master of Forestry 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 5 Direct Direct
Master of Natural Hazards 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Science (Environmental Science) 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 5 Direct Direct
ETHICS
Master of Arts (Professional and Applied Ethics) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 6 UAC Direct
finance
Graduate Certificate in Financial Management 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Finance 2 4 1 only CW & R 1 Direct Direct
Master of Financial Management 1 2 1 only CW only 1 Direct Direct
geographical sciences
Graduate Certificate in Geographical Sciences 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Geographical Sciences 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Geographical Sciences 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
history
Graduate Diploma in Arts (History) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 2 UAC Direct
Master of Arts (History) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 2 UAC Direct
international relations
Graduate Diploma in International Affairs 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 3 UAC Direct
Master of Arts (International Relations) 1.5 3 1 or 2 CW & R 6 UAC Direct
Master of International Affairs 1 2 1 or 2‡ CW only 6 UAC Direct
Law
Graduate Certificate in Australian Migration Law 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1  UAC NA+
Graduate Certificate in Environmental Law 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1  UAC Direct
Graduate Diploma in Environmental Law 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1  UAC Direct
Graduate Diploma in Government and 1 2 1 only CW only 1  UAC Direct
Commercial Law
Graduate Diploma in International Law 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1  UAC Direct
Graduate Diploma in Law 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 7  UAC Direct
Category 5: An Australian bachelor degree with at least upper second-class Honours, or its * Additional admission requirements (may include portfolio, audition or professional experience).
international equivalent. + Program not available for International students.
Category 6: An Australian bachelor degree with at least upper second-class Honours, but ‡ International students may only commence in semester 1.
normally with a relevant major, or its international equivalent.
Category 7: A graduate qualification in a related discipline. Full details for all graduate coursework degree programs can be found at:
Category 8: A graduate qualification in a related discipline, but normally with relevant work
experience. www.anu.edu.au/graduatecoursework
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Graduate Coursework
Full time Part time
(domestic
Available
only)
Graduate Diploma in Law (Environmental Law) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 7  UAC Direct
Graduate Diploma in Law (Government and 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 7  UAC Direct
Commercial Law)
Graduate Diploma in Law (International Law) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 7  UAC Direct
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 7  Direct NA+
Graduate Diploma in Legal Studies 1 2 1 only CW only 1  UAC Direct
Master of Environmental Law 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1  UAC Direct
Master of Government and Commercial Law 1 2 1 only CW only 1  UAC Direct
Master of International Law 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1  UAC Direct
Master of Laws 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 7  UAC Direct
Master of Laws (Environmental Law) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 7  UAC Direct
Master of Laws (Government and Commercial Law) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 7  UAC Direct
Master of Laws (International Law) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 7  UAC Direct
Master of Laws (Legal Practice) 0.5 2 1 or 2 CW only 7*  Direct Direct
Master of Legal Studies 1 2 1 only CW only 1  UAC Direct
Juris Doctor 3 6 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
liBERAL ARTS
Graduate Certificate in Liberal Arts (Cultural 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Heritage Management)
Graduate Certificate in Liberal Arts (Museums and 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Collections)
Graduate Certificate in Liberal Arts (Writing World 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Histories and People)
Graduate Certificate in Liberal Arts (Visual Culture 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Research)
Graduate Diploma in Liberal Arts (Cultural 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 3 UAC Direct
Graduate Diploma in Liberal Arts (Museums and 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 3 UAC Direct
Collections)
Graduate Diploma in Liberal Arts (Writing World 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 3 UAC Direct
Histories and People)
Graduate Diploma in Liberal Arts (Visual Culture 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 3 UAC Direct
Research)
Master of Liberal Arts (Cultural 1.5 3 1 or 2 CW only 5 UAC Direct
Master of Liberal Arts (Museums and Collections) 1.5 3 1 or 2 CW only 5 UAC Direct
Master of Liberal Arts (Writing World Histories and 1.5 3 1 or 2 CW only 5 UAC Direct
People)
Master of Liberal Arts (Visual Culture Research) 1.5 3 1 or 2 CW only 5 UAC Direct
Master of Liberal Arts (Cultural 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 8 UAC Direct
Heritage Management) (Honours)
Master of Liberal Arts (Museums and Collections) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 8 UAC Direct
(Honours)
Master of Liberal Arts (Writing World Histories and 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 8 UAC Direct
People) (Honours)
Master of Liberal Arts (Visual Culture Research) 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 8 UAC Direct
(Honours)
academic Colleges
ANU College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
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Full time Part time
(domestic
Available
only)
liNGUISTICS
Graduate Diploma in Arts (Linguistics) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Graduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics 1 2 1 only CW only 1 UAC Direct
Master of Applied Linguistics 2 4 1 only CW & R 1 UAC Direct
Master of Linguistics 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 6 UAC Direct
marketing
Graduate Certificate in Marketing 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Marketing 2 4 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
mathematical sciences
Graduate Diploma in Science (Mathematics) 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 1 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Science (Computational 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 1 Direct Direct
Science)
Master of Mathematical Sciences 1.5 4 1 or 2 CW only 6 Direct Direct
Medicine & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery# 4 NA 1 only CW only # # #
Master of Applied Epidemiology 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 8 Direct Direct

Master of Culture, Health and Medicine 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 7 Direct Direct
Master of Public Health 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
middle eastern & central asian studies
Graduate Diploma in Middle Eastern and Central 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Asian Studies
Master of Arts (Middle Eastern and Central 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 1 UAC Direct
Asian Studies)
Master of Islam in the Modern World 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 UAC Direct
Master of Middle Eastern and Central Asia Studies 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5 UAC Direct
music
Graduate Certificate in Music Performance - 1 1 or 2 P only 2* UAC Direct
Graduate Diploma in Music 1 2 1 or 2 CW, P 2* UAC Direct
&R
Master of Music 1 2 1 or 2 CW, P 6* UAC Direct
&R
new media arts
Master of New Media Arts 1 2 1 only CW only 4* UAC Direct
Master of Visual Effects 1 2 1 only CW only 4* UAC Direct
physics
Graduate Diploma in Science (Physics) 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 1 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Science (Theoretical Physics) 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 1 Direct Direct
Master of Nuclear Science 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Photonics 1 NA 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Policy & governance
Graduate Certificate in Public Administration 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Graduate Certificate in Public Policy 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 5 Direct Direct
Graduate Diploma in Public Administration 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Executive Master of Public Administration - 2 1 or 2 CW only 1* Direct NA+
Master of Public Administration 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5 Direct Direct
Category 5: An Australian bachelor degree with at least upper second-class Honours, or its + Program not available for International students.
international equivalent. # The MBSS is a graduate entry, undergraduate degree program. Entry requirments include a
Category 6: An Australian bachelor degree with at least upper second-class Honours, but bachelor degree, GAMSAT/MCAT, and an interview. Admission requirements and application
normally with a relevant major, or its international equivalent. proceedures can be found at: http://studyat.anu.edu.au/programs/4900XMBBS;overview.html
Category 8: A graduate qualification in a related discipline, but normally with relevant work Full details for all graduate coursework degree programs can be found at:
experience.
* Additional admission requirements (may include portfolio, audition or professional www.anu.edu.au/graduatecoursework
experience).
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Graduate Coursework
Full time Part time
(domestic
Available
only)
Master of Public Policy (Development Policy) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5* Direct Direct
Master of Public Policy (Economic Policy) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5* Direct Direct
Master of Public Policy (Environmental Law) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5* Direct Direct
Master of Public Policy (Environmental Policy) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5* Direct Direct
Master of Public Policy (Industry Strategy) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5* Direct Direct
Master of Public Policy (International Policy) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5* Direct Direct
Master of Public Policy (Policy Analysis) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5* Direct Direct
Master of Public Policy (Social Policy) 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5* Direct Direct
psychology
Graduate Diploma in Psychological Studies 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Clinical Psychology 2 4 1 only CW only 6 Direct Direct
science
Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Science 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
Master of Contemporary Science 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
science communication
Graduate Certificate in Science Communication 0.5 1 1 or 2 CW only 2* Direct NA+
Graduate Diploma in Science Communication 1 2 1 only CW only 2* Direct Direct
Master of Science Communication 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 2* Direct Direct
Master of Science (Science Communication) - Joint 1 2 1 or 2 CW & R 2 Direct Direct
program with National University of Singapore
statistics
Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics 0.5 1 1 only CW only 1 Direct Direct
Graduate Certificate in Business Statistics 0.5 1 1 only CW only 1 Direct Direct
Master of Applied Statistics 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 2 Direct Direct
strategic studies
Graduate Diploma in Strategic Affairs 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 3 UAC Direct
Master of Arts (Strategic Studies) 1.5 3 1 or 2 CW & R 5 UAC Direct
Master of Strategic Affairs 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 5 UAC Direct
translation studies
Graduate Diploma in Translation Studies 1 2 1 or 2 CW only 2 UAC Direct
Master of Translation Studies 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 2 UAC Direct
visual arts
Graduate Diploma of Arts (Visual) 1 2 1 or 2 CW & P 2* UAC Direct
Master of Design Arts 1 2 1 or 2 CW & P 2* UAC Direct
Master of Arts (Visual Arts) 2 4 1 or 2 CW, P & R 2* UAC Direct
Master of Visual Arts 1 2 1 or 2 P only 2* UAC Direct

Academic Colleges
Category 1: An Australian bachelor degree with at least a credit (60 per cent) grade average (65
ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences per cent in some instances), or its international equivalent.
Category 2: An Australian bachelor degree with at least a credit (60 per cent) grade average (65
ANU College of Asia and the Pacific per cent in some instances), but normally with a relevant major, or its international equivalent.
ANU College of Business and Economics Category 3: An Australian bachelor degree with at least a distinction grade average (70 per cent),
or its international equivalent.
ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science Category 4: An Australian bachelor degree with at least a distinction grade average (70 per cent),
but normally with a relevant major, or its international equivalent.
ANU College of Law
Category 5: An Australian bachelor degree with at least upper second-class Honours, or its
ANU College of Medicine, Biology and Environment international equivalent.
Category 6: An Australian bachelor degree with at least upper second-class Honours, but normally
ANU College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences with a relevant major, or its international equivalent.
Category 8: A graduate qualification in a related discipline, but normally with relevant work
experience.
* Additional admission requirements (may include portfolio, audition or professional experience).
+ Program not available for International students.
Full details for all graduate coursework degree programs can be found at:
www.anu.edu.au/graduatecoursework
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Caring about Seeing Machines
corporations Dingyun Zhu
Associate Professor Greg Shailer PhD candidate
Reader ANU College of Engineering
ANU College of Business and Computer Science
and Economics
Associate Professor Greg Shailer emphatically believes we should study Dingyun Zhu is bridging the divide between humans and technology and
corporations – and carefully. changing the face of how we remotely control machinery – literally. The
PhD researcher from the School of Computer Science in the ANU College of
Ask Greg why and he’ll tell you it is because of their pervasive dominance he says.
Engineering and Computer Science is developing a method of using human
“Just about everything everyone does every day is touched by them. Globally, facial movements and expressions to operate cameras by remote control.
they’re the biggest political and social influence of our time.”
By calibrating a human eye to a computer Dingyun has developed the
Illuminating the sometimes opaque powers of the corporate world drives Shailer, ability for a human’s gaze rather than a joystick, keyboard or mouse to
an Associate Professor from the ANU College of Business and Economics. For determine how a camera remotely moves. This technology has been applied
over two decades he has been researching and teaching on matters relating to to teleoperation in the mining sector as part of a collaborative project
the governance, regulation and social responsibility of corporations. between ANU and the Australian Commonwealth Scientific and Research
Organisation (CSIRO).
His research looks at the cultural and regulatory environments in which
corporations go about their business. In his investigations he rejects past Teleoperation has an important role in solving fundamental problems
value judgements, preferring to make careful examinations of contexts and besetting the mining industry for years, such as the quest to remove people
precedents before arriving at conclusions. from hazardous and inhospitable working environments and increasing
efficiency in mining.
“Some things work better in market places, some things work better in
regulation,” he says. As a member of the CSIRO Minerals Down Under Flagship, Dingyun is
helping to develop new technologies and ideas to solve the challenges for
“But ultimately, given the nature of corporate presence, and given the the future of the Australian minerals industry. Dingyun is investigating
incredibly privileged positions we give corporations, they should be how natural human gestures can be applied to intelligent and remote
accountable to society at large, and society at large should be concerned automation of complex machinery and systems which are operated from
about what they do.” a distance.
One of the current concerns for Shailer is the way that models of corporate Having already completed his Master of Information Technology at ANU
governance in developed nations like the US and the UK are held out as Dingyun says that choosing to study at ANU and live in Canberra was not a
automatically appropriate for developing countries. difficult decision.
He says that there is a prevailing assumption that the ‘Anglosphere’ of “The School of Computer Science is a great place for computing related
American, English, Australian and Canadian systems are largely the same. Yet studies, including both undergraduate and graduate levels,” he says.
in some fundamental ways they’re not.
“Studying here not only provides a great study environment with varieties
Shailer says that a concern with the focus of the supposedly singular Anglo- of research opportunities to improve my scientific and communication
American model is that it’s then held out as a prescription for economic skills, but also a wonderful and enjoyable life.”
advancement, tied to aid and development funding.
“So, historically, we see the International Monetary Fund pushing the line
that, in order for countries to receive funding, they have to make particular
institutional changes.
“The problem is that people lose sight of the fact that markets in the US
and UK developed over many decades, and yet they’re trying to transplant
those structures into different economies, different cultures, without taking
account of the differences.”
Image courtesy of Belinda Pratten.
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Graduate Studies Select
The view from here
Dr Paul Tregoning
Fellow
What is it?
ANU College of Physical Graduate Studies Select (GSS) is a new, flexible option for graduate
and Mathematical Sciences coursework study at ANU. It recognises that graduate students often have a
range of professional and personal needs that may not necessarily be met by
following a program of study in a single academic discipline.
Graduate Studies Select increases the flexibility and choice available to you.
It’s a long way from space to the Murray-Darling Basin but not too far for The program allows you to structure your studies and direct your learning in
Dr Paul Tregoning’s discerning eye. a way which meets your academic, personal and professional interests and
enables you to develop skills and expertise in a range of learning areas.
Dr Paul Tregoning, from the ANU College of Physical and Mathematical
Sciences, has discovered that over the past six years the Murray-Darling
Basin has lost water which could fill the equivalent of 400 Sydney Harbours What subjects can I study?
or eight Port Philip Bays.
Subject to meeting course entry requirements, GSS students may select
Using a pair of satellites he has revealed an alarming decline in the courses from across the graduate course offerings available at ANU. For
hydrology of one of Australia’s largest fresh water systems. The same example, you could construct a program of study comprising courses in art
technology could also help us get a clearer picture of how climate change history, anthropology, finance and management, or gender studies and Asian
is affecting the planet. languages. You can sample an eclectic mix of disciplines and interests, or
The finding has been made through the use of two satellites as part of the focus your learning in a particular direction.
Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment (GRACE). This mission has been There are hundreds of ANU courses to choose from and an academic adviser
circling the planet since March 2002, when it was launched by NASA in is available to help you tailor a program to suit your individual needs.
partnership with the German Aerospace Centre.
Up until now it has been quite difficult to quantify total water loss across What degree programs are available?
vast areas. Students who choose Graduate Studies Select will be enrolled in the
“Droughts affect more people globally than any other natural hazard,” Graduate Studies Program and may elect to take out one of the following
Tregoning says. “There is a real need for better tools to monitor droughts academic awards:
and new satellites have an important contribution to play here. Changes • The Certificate of Graduate Studies will be available to students who
in total water storage can be quantified through the use of observations of successfully complete 24 units* of graduate courses.
the Earth from space.”
• The Diploma of Graduate Studies will be available to students who
When GRACE took readings from the Murray-Darling Basin, some big successfully complete 36 units* of graduate courses, including a
changes became apparent. minimum of 12 units* from courses in the Advanced and/or Specialist
The Murray-Darling Basin accounts for between 20 and 30 per cent of categories.
Australia’s gross agricultural production and includes 60 per cent of the • The Master of Studies will be available to students who successfully
country’s irrigated land. complete 48 units* of graduate courses, including a minimum of 24
It’s not just the Murray-Darling Basin which is becoming better understood units* from courses in the Advanced and/or Specialist categories.
as a result of the GRACE project. GRACE is also sensitive to changes • The Master of Advanced Studies will be available to students who
in ocean mass, such as the tidal variation, and also the effect from successfully complete 72 units* of graduate courses, including a
phenomena such as El Niño and climate-related changes due to the minimum of 48 units* from courses in the Advanced and/or Specialist
melting of the Greenland and the Antarctic ice sheets. categories.
“GRACE is an observing tool which provides observations and measurements • The Master of Studies with Research will be available to students
which can then be used to develop and prove or disprove theories. In who successfully complete 96 units* of graduate courses, including a
the case of climate change, GRACE is one of the few available tools for minimum of 48 units* from courses in the Advanced and/or Specialist
quantifying what is actually happening.” categories and completion of a 24 unit* Research Project.
* One graduate course typically has a value of six units.
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All courses available in the Graduate Studies Program have been classified as
Transitional, Advanced, Specialist or Research. These classifications reflect the
nature of the material covered in each course.
Restrictions on the number of Transitional courses which you can study at Gaining the edge: taking mental health know
graduate diploma or master level are designed to ensure that you acquire a how from the classroom to the workplace
breadth and depth of knowledge and skills.
Rebecca de Boer
Master of Studies
How do I apply for admission? Graduate Studies Select
The standard minimum admission requirement for entry into the Graduate
Studies Program is the completion of a bachelor degree or equivalent.
Parliamentary Library researcher Rebecca de Boer helps politicians find
Admission may also be possible through recognition of prior learning and
information about the latest developments in health, so it’s essential
work experience. Please contact the Graduate Studies Academic Adviser for
that she knows how to spot good research papers and media reports
further information about alternative entry pathways.
in the area.
You should also be aware that many graduate courses have additional
She receives a lot of requests about mental health issues related to
entry requirements such as undergraduate study in a particular academic
ageing. These types of requests are on the rise due to the ageing
discipline. Others may only be available in a particular award program.
population and the increasing prevalence of chronic illnesses.
Details of specific entry requirements are included in the course details at:
http://studyat.anu.edu.au “I don’t research mental health specifically, but it’s certainly an
emerging area of interest among federal politicians,” De Boer says.
All students apply direct to ANU for admission to the Graduate Studies Program.
When she saw a graduate course being offered at ANU through the
Applications can be made online and there is no closing date. Admission is
Graduate Studies Select program, she jumped at the chance to take
open throughout the year and commencement will depend on the individual
it up.
courses you select. Full details can be found at: www.anu.edu.au/gss
Research, Treatment, Policy: Current Issues in Mental Health provides
a practical introduction to the nature, epidemiology and treatment of
How much will my degree cost? mental health disorders. It was designed primarily to inform people
Details on tuition fees for graduate coursework study and FEE-HELP can be working in fields related to mental health about the latest findings
found on page 5 or by visiting: www.anu.edu.au/sas/fees/index.php in the area, and also to teach students how to critically assess
information in research publications and the media.
Can my employer sponsor me? “I decided to enrol in the course because it looked really interesting
and useful for my work,” says de Boer, who is undertaking a Master
Yes. To find out how to make these arrangements, visit: of Studies at ANU. “The course is very well designed with small class
www.anu.edu.au/sas/fees/Sponsorships.php sizes and the opportunity to engage with lecturers who are experts
in their fields.
“You have a lecture followed by questions and discussions. Not only do
Who can I talk to? you get to learn about the latest mental health issues, but you gain
critical analysis skills and work on your own research project.”
For additional information about Graduate Studies Select and to
browse the range of courses available, visit: www.anu.edu.au/gss So what difference has the course made to de Boer’s work?
An academic adviser is also available by phone or email to help you The course strengthened her knowledge in analysing multiple aspects
tailor a program of study to suit your individual needs and interests. of research, including the methodological rigour, the reliability of the
results and the wider implications of applying it to a policy context.
T: +61 2 6125 5487
E: graduate.courses@anu.edu.au “Now I can evaluate a research paper and determine the validity
of the research. It means I can provide better research support to
members of Federal Parliament, particularly in relation to ageing and
mental health policy.”
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Graduate Research
What is it? Once you have submitted your completed application (including all
supporting documentation), your application will be processed and
Students who want to undertake a program of research at ANU can do so assessed. You can apply for admission to a research degree at ANU
through a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or a Master of Philosophy (MPhil). at any time. However, if you are also applying for a scholarship, you
The major component of a research program is a substantial written work,
will need to check the scholarship application deadline, and your
known as a thesis, which investigates a particular subject or issue. A research
application for admission will be held over until the next available
student works more independently, but is under the direction of an academic
supervisor or a supervisory panel of academic staff. scholarship round. You must indicate on your admission application
form whether you still wish to be considered for admission if your
To be eligible to be considered for admission to a research degree at ANU, application for a scholarship is unsuccessful.
candidates must already have an Australian bachelor degree with at least
upper second class honours (first class honours is usually required) or its Any questions regarding the progress of your application can be directed to:
international equivalent, or a graduate diploma or master degree with a ANU Admissions Office
significant research thesis component, and there must be a supervisor or T: +61 2 6125 5594
convener at ANU willing to accept you as a student. E: admiss.app@anu.edu.au
W: www.anu.edu.au/sas/admission
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
PhD degrees normally take between two and four years full-time or up to English Language requirements
eight years part time. Students are generally required to submit a thesis of You are required to demonstrate an adequate standard of English before
up to 100,000 words that makes a substantial contribution to the relevant you can be accepted for admission to ANU. Unless your previous tertiary-
scholarly literature and demonstrates how their research relates to their level studies were undertaken in English in (for example) Australia, Canada,
discipline. In some programs, PhD candidates are required to complete New Zealand, the United Kingdom or the United States of America, you will
coursework as well as a thesis. normally have to sit for either the International English Language Testing
System (IELTS - overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0) or the Test of
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL Internet Based Test – 90 with at least
MPhil degrees normally take between one and two years full-time to 20 in each section). Some programs may require higher scores.
complete. The MPhil thesis is normally limited to 60,000 words. Further information can be found at:
http://policies.anu.edu.au/policies/english_language_admission_
How do I apply for admission? requirements_for_students/policy
There are two main steps you need to follow in order to submit a complete Applicants* who meet all entry requirements of their ANU program except
application. for the English language entry requirement, and have been provided with a
letter of offer that is conditional only upon meeting this English language
Step 1 - Expression of Interest requirement, may apply for the ANU Access English or ANU Access English
You will need to determine if ANU offers research in your chosen area and Preparation program as qualifying programs. Applicants must have an
identify the relevant Graduate Research Field for you. A list of the Graduate overall IELTS score of 6.0** (with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands) to qualify
Research Fields at ANU can be found on pages 20–22 (further details on for the Access English program; applicants must have an overall IELTS
the research pursued within these Fields can be found at: www.anu.edu.au/ score of 5.5** (with a minimum of 5.0 in all bands) to qualify for the Access
graduateresearch). English Preparation program.
Email the Graduate Research Convener for advice about the pre-application Full details can be found on the ANU College website:
process for your Graduate Research Field (some areas require a short
www.anucollege.com.au/index.php
description of your proposed area of research as an ‘expression of interest’
and a summary of your academic qualifications - including grades - other *some restrictions apply
areas require additional information). Do not submit a research proposal at **or equivalent
this stage.
If you are advised there is a supervisor or convener interested in your How do I accept my offer?
application you may proceed to a full application. Please note that you Once your application has been approved by ANU, you will receive an
should only complete a full application if you are advised that there emailed offer, which includes information on how to accept your offer.
is a supervisor available in your area. Should you apply without this
endorsement, it may mean that your application is unable to be given Student visas
priority to be processed further.
If you are an international student, once you have met all conditions, returned
your Offer Acceptance Declaration and paid your deposit, you will be provided
Step 2 - Application
with information about your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE)
Research applications are made directly to ANU either online or by form, which you will need in order to apply for a student visa.
downloading and submitting hard copy forms:
In some countries, visa processing takes considerable time. You may be
• Online: http://students.anu.edu.au/apply_online.asp - International required to undertake pre-visa assessment prior to payment of fees and issue
applicants will be required to pay a A$75 application processing fee. of the eCOE. For more information on visa requirements and the issuing
• Download hardcopy form: www.anu.edu.au/sas/admission - International process, please contact the Australian embassy in your home country or go
applicants will be required to pay a A$100 application processing fee. to: www.immi.gov.au
On your application form, please indicate your proposed supervisor or

the convener who has indicated an interest in your application. Before
submitting the application to ANU, please arrange for your referees to
complete the required information and submit it directly to the University.
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The internationalist
How much will my degree cost? Cathy McWilliam
Master of Law (International Law)
If you are a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or a citizen of New ANU College of Law
Zealand, you are classified as a domestic student. If you do not fall into one
of these categories, you are classified as an international student.
The University currently enrols domestic research students under the
Research Training Scheme (RTS), which is funded by the Commonwealth. RTS Cathy McWilliam says that her motivation for studying a Master of
funded students are not required to contribute to the cost of their tuition for Law (International Law) was that she wanted to gain academic insight
the duration of their research degree program. into the issues that she had touched upon in her overseas work.
The indicative annual tuition fees listed here for international students are Prior to commencing her studies at ANU she worked for three years
in Australian dollars and are for your guidance only, as the actual tuition fee as a legal consultant on programs to promote access to justice for
you will pay will depend on the number of units required for the successful disadvantaged persons. Cathy had also worked as a legal aid lawyer
completion of your degree program. Prices quoted are for 2010. and child rights adviser in the Solomon Islands.
Research degree programs - indicative “In these roles, I encountered various issues of international law, such
Annual tuition fees for international students 2010 as human rights, women and children’s rights, labour rights, refugee
law, self-determination and humanitarian law,” says Cathy.
Master of Philosophy Doctor of Philosophy
(MPhil) (PhD) “Studying a Master of Law (International Law) has given me a strong
1–2 years full time 2–4 years full time academic grounding in these issues, to complement my practical
ANU College of
experience. Through research essay topics, it has also provided me
International Tuition Fee International Tuition Fee
with the ability to research and further explore particular issues I
Arts & $21,408–$23,568 $21,408–$23,568 encountered while working overseas.”
Social Sciences
Cathy says that she chose to study at ANU because of the excellent
Asia & $21,408–$30,096 $21,408–$30,096
the Pacific lecturers and the classes on offer were varied, interesting and relevant.
Business & $30,096 $30,096 Reflecting on her time at ANU Cathy says that she has enjoyed the
Economics courses, as well as meeting other students from all walks of life. In
Engineering & $27,312 $27,312 particular, she points out that international students bring a great
Computer Science perspective to the classroom.
Law $24,768 $24,768 “I have enjoyed the many wonderful seminars and public lectures that
ANU presents. From Justice Kirby speaking about his time in Cambodia
Medicine, Biology $27,312 $27,312 to Professor Mick Dodson speaking on reconciliation - there is always
& Environment something fascinating to attend. This was definitely an unexpected yet
Physical & $27,312 $27,312 extremely pleasant highlight.”
Mathematical
Sciences
For full tuition fee details, please visit: www.anu.edu.au/sas/fees/index.php
Scholarships
Full details on the scholarships, eligibility criteria and application deadlines
ANU funds and administers a range of scholarships for graduate research can be found at: www.anu.edu.au/scholarships You may need to submit a
degree programs. The University also administers a number of scholarships separate application for any scholarship you wish to be considered for. Please
funded by the Australian Government and other sources external to the check the scholarship admission and application details carefully.
University. Research scholarships are awarded to outstanding applicants with
a proven capacity for research, and are extremely competitive. You must indicate on your admission application form whether you still
wish to be considered for admission if your application for a scholarship is
Some of the research scholarships at ANU include: unsuccessful. You should talk to your nominated supervisor about any other
source of funding you might access, and advise the University regarding any
• AusAID Scholarships
external funding applications you have made.
• Australian Postgraduate Awards (APA)
If you are applying for mid-year entry to a graduate research degree
• ANU Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship for Doctoral Study
program, your chances of obtaining scholarship funding from the University
• ANU Gwendolyn Woodroofe PhD Scholarship in the Biological Sciences may be greatly diminished, depending on your area of research. If you
• ANU Kathleen Woodroofe PhD Scholarship in the Humanities and wish to be considered in the main scholarship round, you should apply
Social Sciences for admission by 31 August (for international students) or 31 October (for
• Indigenous Australian Graduate Scholarships domestic students.
• James Rice Postgraduate Award Research students are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week. This will
• John Curtin School of Medical Research Scholarships generally not cover living expenses and tuition fees and we strongly advise
you to ensure that you will be able to meet the cost of living (see page 24 for
• Malcolm McIntosh Scholarship in the Physical Sciences
a guide to living expenses).
• NICTA Information and Communication Technologies Scholarships
Scholarships Office
• Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics Area
W: www.anu.edu.au/scholarships
Specific Scholarship
E: scholarships@anu.edu.au
• School of Art Graduate Materials Awards T: +61 2 6125 3354
• School of Computer Science PhD Scholarships
• School of Engineering PhD Scholarships
• University House Graduate Research Scholarships
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Graduate Research
Descending the ivory tower…
& entering the rice paddies If you wish to undertake a graduate research degree program (Master of
Philosophy – MPhil, or Doctor of Philosophy – PhD) you will need to contact
Rachel Lorenzen the Graduate Research Convener from the Graduate Research Field closest
PhD candidate to your area of interest. The graduate research convener is responsible for
ANU College of Asia and the Pacific helping you to identify a potential supervisor at ANU, or letting you know
if ANU has anyone working in your area of research interest. Candidates are
normally enrolled and located in the school or centre in which the Chair
If research is about making a difference in the world then PhD student of their supervisory panel is situated. See below for the list of Graduate
Rachel Lorenzen has the requisite hands on experience to ensure she is Research Fields at ANU.
doing just that.
Rachel’s PhD has not just been a matter of endless hours poring over Graduate Research Fields
academic papers, searching through library catalogues and writing. Instead
Rachel pursued a unique research path over 18 months which enabled her Anthropology
to fully engage with and eventually become a part of the very thing she Convener: Dr Andrew McWilliam
was studying. E: anthropology.gradprog@anu.edu.au
An agricultural scientist, Rachel spent the better part of her PhD field study Theoretical and applied studies in Aboriginal Australia, Melanesia, Micronesia,
period cultivating, tending and harvesting a rice paddy in Bali. She also Polynesia and Asia.
immersed herself in the local culture and that of the subak – the irrigation
association that ties rice farmers together. Archaeology & Palaeoanthropology
Rachel undertook the research with her anthropologist husband Stephan, Convener: Dr Jack Fenner
the idea being to merge their two expertises. Their three children aged E: archpal.gradprog@anu.edu.au
two, seven and 13 also moved with them overseas. The experience was
invaluable to the children, as Rachel explains. Human evolution, primatology, Pleistocene, landscape and environmental
archaeology, archaeology and linguistics, stoneworking technology, gender,
“I think it’s a great experience for the kids to go to another culture. It helps cultural resource management, archaeological science.
you appreciate what you have here when you see other people who live in
different conditions – that’s really important.” Art History & Curatorship
And the conditions certainly were different. During the busy period the Convener: Professor Sasha Grishin
family would be up at 5.30am and Stephan would be in the rice fields by E: arthistory.gradprog@anu.edu.au
7am. The arduous task of rice field activities would continue until midday,
then again after lunch until 5pm. They were long, tough days in the Australian, Asian, European and American art history.
Balinese heat.
“Farmers, if they see you getting your feet dirty in the rice field, can capture Asia & the Pacific
you as human beings as they are – you can communicate. That was really Convener: Dr Greg Fealy
important to us.” E: gradconvener.asiapac@anu.edu.au
And that was the crucial element in her work explains Rachel. By becoming East Asia, Middle East and Central Asia, Pacific studies, Southeast and South
part of the community being studied she was able to understand the Asia, strategic and defence studies, sustainable heritage development studies.
concerns of Balinese farmers.
“We like to be on the ground and work with the farmers,” Rachel says. Astronomy & Astrophysics
“They’re the specialists, they grow rice every day and we wanted to learn Conveners: Professor Mike Bessell and Professor Peter Wood
from them.” E: astronomy.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Observational and theoretical frontiers of astronomy, mapping the
universe, galaxy dynamics, stellar systems, stars and extra solar planets.
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Convener: Professor Helen O’Neill
E: bmb.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Macro-molecular structure and function, cell structure and function,
membrane biology, proteomics, functional genomics, molecular and cellular
immunology, microbial genetics, parasitology.
Business
Convener: Associate Professor Alex Clarke
E: gradconvener.business@anu.edu.au
Accounting, actuarial studies, business administration, business
information systems, commerce, finance, international business,
management and marketing.
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Chemistry
Convener: Professor Chris Easton
E: chemistry.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Biological chemistry, organic synthesis, electrochemistry, laser and optical
spectroscopy, photophysics, dynamics and chemical physics, theoretical
biomolecular dynamics, liquid properties, physical and theoretical chemistry of
polymers, biophysics, surface colloid chemistry.
Computer Science
Convener: Dr Ramesh S. Sankaranarayana
E: compsci.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Algorithms and data, computer systems, diagnosis, planning, optimisation,
information and human centered computing, logic and computation,
software-intensive systems engineering, statistical machine learning.
Creative Arts
Convener: Dr Patsy Hely.
E: creative.arts@anu.edu.au
Visual arts, ceramics, glass, furniture, gold and silversmithing, painting,
photography and media arts, printmedia and drawing, sculpture,
textiles, design arts, digital media, video, animation, visual effects, digital
compositing, sound art, networked media, physical computing, interactivity,
coding, European, British, American and Australian drama and theatre, music,
performance, composition, musicology, music pedagogy, classical, jazz, folk,
traditional and popular musics.
Engineering
Demography Convener: Dr Matthew Doolan
Convener: Dr Ann Evans E: engineering.gradprog@anu.edu.au
E: demography.gradprog@anu.edu.au Advanced manufacturing and production systems, computer vision,
Demography and population studies. materials, robotics, photovoltaic solar energy, solar thermal energy, systems
and control, signal processing and telecommunications.
Earth Sciences
Environment & Resource Management
Conveners: Professor Brad Pillans and Dr Ross Kerr
E: earthsci.gradprog@anu.edu.au Convener: Associate Professor Robert Heinsohn
E: envt.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Geochemistry, geochronology, environmental geochemistry, ore systems,
mineralogy, seismology, mathematical geophysics, geodynamics, Conservation biology, corporate sustainability, ecological humanities,
geomagnetism, mineral physics, structural geology, tectonics, environmental and social impact assessment, fire science, forestry,
marine geoscience, biogeochemistry, micropalaeontology, vertebrate greenhouse science, land and water management, landscape ecology,
palaeontology, global change, regolith and landscape evolution. resource policy, sustainable development, urban systems.
Ecology, Evolution & Systematics Epidemiology, Population Health & Health Services
Convener: Dr Scott Keogh Convener: Dr Gordon Carmichael
E: ecology.gradprog@anu.edu.au E: epidemiology.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Animal, plant and microbial ecology and evolution, behavioural, physiological Communicable diseases, environmental health, social determinants of health,
and theoretical ecology, conservation biology, molecular evolution, population health and development, health services, health economics,
population genetics, animal and plant systematics, information technology, mental health, primary health care research.
environmental management, geography and prehistory.
Gender, Sexuality & Culture
Economics Convener: Professor Margaret Jolly
Convener: Professor Steve Dowrick E: gradconvener.gender@anu.edu.au
E: economics.gradprog@anu.edu.au Feminist theory, anthropology, history, literary, critical and cultural studies,
Economic theory, applied economics, econometrics, international economics, gender and development, international studies.
economics of the Asia-Pacific region, economic history and economics of
development. Geographical Sciences
Convener: Dr Bryant Allen
Education E: geography.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Convener: Dr Margaret Kiley Geographical dimensions of and interactions between cultural, social,
E: education.gradprog@anu.edu.au environmental, economic and political change in Australia and in the
Higher education, including doctoral education, research supervision, policy, Southeast and East Asian, Melanesian and Pacific regions.
practice, aspects of assessment, evaluation and postdoctoral training, and
academic and professional practice including academic work, teaching, History
learning and curriculum in higher education, continuing professional
Convener: Dr Douglas Craig
learning, and the teaching-research nexus.
E: history.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Australian, Pacific, Southeast Asian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and other East
Asian history. Modern Europe and Russia, medieval and Tudor Britain, ancient
Greek warfare and historiography, politics and society in ancient Rome.
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Humanities Philosophy
Convener: Dr Roseanne Kennedy Convener: Professor Alan Hajek
E: literature.gradprog@anu.edu.au E: philosophy.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Literature of the ancient Greek and Roman world, the classical tradition, Philosophy of biology, philosophy of mind, metaphysics, philosophy of
renaissance, romantic, modernist and contemporary literature, postcolonial probability, history of philosophy.
studies, Australian and American studies, European cinema, film theory and
history, gender and cultural studies, feminist and critical theory, medical Physics
humanities.
Convener: Professor Neil Manson
E: physics.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Indigenous Australia
Nuclear structure and dynamics, modification and characterisation of
Convener: Associate Professor Peter Veth
materials, ion implantation, nano-materials, molecular structure, positron
E: gradconvener.indigenous@anu.edu.au
studies, physics and chemistry of surfaces, nonlinear physics, solitons,
Sustainable community development, environment, Indigenous and photonic devices, quantum optics, Bose-Einstein condensates, quantum
Australian identities, history, cultural heritage and natural resource information processing, plasma physics, fuel cells, statistical mechanics and
development, education, health, leadership. complex systems.
Interdisciplinary & Cross-Cultural Studies Plant Sciences

Convener: Professor Paul Pickering Convener: Dr Spencer Whitney
E: intercultural.gradprog@anu.edu.au E: plantsci.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Disciplinary and interdisciplinary ramifications of the term ‘cross-cultural’ Functional genomics of plant growth and development, plant-microbe
and notions in the fields of anthropology, history, literary studies, music, interactions, plant environmental biology and stress physiology, plant
and linguistics, patterns of transaction and translation between cultures, nutrition.
contemporary conceptualisations of ‘cultural difference’ in the fields of
postcolonical, migration and globalisation studies, Indigenous Australia, Political Science & International Relations
Britain and Europe, South Asia, North America, Asia-Pacific, museums and
collections, public memory and heritage, visual culture. Convener: Dr Linda Botterill
E: polsci.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Law International relations and strategic studies, Asia and the Pacific, democratic
institutions, social and political theory.
Convener: Dr Mark Nolan
E: law.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Psychology
International law (public, private, human rights, trade dispute resolution, law
of the sea), environment law (climate change), Asian law (South East Asia, Convener: Dr Mike Smithson
Japanese Law), criminal law (terrorism, policing, codification), commercial law E: psychology.gradprog@anu.edu.au
(competition and regulation, consumer protection, insolvency), corporations Intergroup relations and group processes, social cognition, attitudes and
law, securities law, intellectual property and copyright law, public law values, personality, interpersonal relationships, personality disorders,
(constitutional law, administrative law, courts and tribunals), evidence law, language and psychopathology, anxiety disorders, health psychology, clinical
Australian legal history, family law, labour law and trade union law, migration psychology, mental health, visual cognition, cognition and perception,
and refugee law, military law, socio-legal research, torts, restitution, legal psychophysics, space perception, mechanisms of movement control.
profession, law and psychology and health law.
Public Policy
Linguistics & Languages
Convener: Dr Peter Larmour
Convener: Dr Johanna Rendle-Short E: pubpol.gradprog@anu.edu.au
E: linguistics.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Policy analysis through economics, political science, philosophy, law and
Syntax, semantics, morphology, phonetics and phonology, comparative and management, policy analysis training.
historical linguistics, language typology, cross-cultural communication,
language and culture, discourse analysis, sociolinguistics, language planning Science Communication
and language politics, first language learning, second language acquisition,
teaching of second and foreign languages, research methods in applied Convener: Dr Will Grant
linguistics, Indo-European, Austronesian, Papuan, Indigenous Australian and E: scicomm.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Chinese linguistics. Informal learning environments, health science communication,
sustainability and climate change, perceptions of expertise, mental
Mathematical Sciences modelling, decision making, bibliometrics, cross-cultural science
Convener: Dr Ben Andrews communication, science and the arts, evaluation.
E: mathsci.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Sociology
Computational mathematics, algebra and topology, analysis and geometry,
applied and nonlinear analysis, mathematical physics, statistical science, Convener: Dr Alden Klovdahl
bioinformation science, financial mathematics. E: sociology.gradprog@anu.edu.au
Social processes and structures in Australia and other industrialised
Medical Sciences (including Neuroscience) countries, processes of development in non-Western societies.
Convener: Dr Anna Cowan
E: medical.gradprog@anu.edu.au Statistics
Gene structure and regulation, protein structure and function, epigenomics, Convener: Dr Steven Roberts
cell biology, neuroscience, physiology, immunology and infection, basic E: statistics.gradprog@anu.edu.au
applied and clinical medical research.
Applied statistics, actuarial studies., statistics.
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Professional Doctorate • Online: http://students.anu.edu.au/apply_online.asp - International
applicants will be required to pay a A$75 application processing fee.
• Download hardcopy form: www.anu.edu.au/sas/admission - International
What is it? Tuition Fees: Please see page 19 for information on graduate research fees.
A professional doctorate is a higher degree program that comprises both
coursework and research, and is usually aimed at professionals who wish to Doctor of Policy Administration
advance their careers in a relevant field of study. Professional doctorates can Classification: Graduate Research
be classified as either graduate coursework or graduate research programs
– this classification will determine tuition fees, entry requirements and Offered by: ANU College of Asia and the Pacific
application methods. ANU offers the following professional doctorates. For: professionals who have previous qualifications in public policy, and wish
to make a substantial contribution to the discipline.
Doctor of Diplomatic Studies
Admission Requirements: Candidates are required to complete the
Classification: Graduate Coursework Master of Public Policy at ANU with a distinction average (70%) before
Offered by: ANU College of Asia and the Pacific transferring to the Doctor of Policy Administration.
For: professionals who are employed, or have been employed, in the area Duration: 2-4 years full time (part time study available)
of diplomacy and who wish to advance their careers and knowledge by Application Method: Applications are made directly to ANU either online or
contributing to both the theory and practice of transnational diplomacy in by downloading and submitting hard copy forms:
the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.
• Online: http://students.anu.edu.au/apply_online.asp - International
Admission Requirements: A graduate qualification (master degree) in a applicants will be required to pay a A$75 application processing fee.
relevant discipline, together with at least ten years’ relevant professional
experience in diplomacy, or outstanding professional experience. • Download hardcopy form: www.anu.edu.au/sas/admission - International
Duration: 2 years full time (part time study available)
Tuition Fees: Please see page 19 for information on graduate research fees.
Application Method: Applications are made directly to ANU either online or
by downloading and submitting hard copy forms: Doctor of Psychology (Clinical)
• Online: http://students.anu.edu.au/apply_online.asp - International Classification: Graduate Research
Offered by: ANU College of Medicine, Biology and Environment
• Download hardcopy form: www.anu.edu.au/sas/admission - International
applicants will be required to pay a A$100 application processing fee. For: professionals who want advanced, comprehensive training in the
practice of, and research in, clinical psychology and who wish to pursue
Tuition Fees: Please see page 5 for information on graduate coursework fees. a career as a practicing clinical psychologist. The Doctor of Psychology
(Clinical) is accredited for full membership of the Australian Psychological
Doctor of Juridical Science Society.
Classification: Graduate Research Admission Requirements: an Australian bachelor degree in Psychology
Offered by: ANU College of Law with at least upper second class honours, or its international equivalent, or
a graduate diploma in Psychology that is of an honours standard, with a
For: professionals who have previous qualifications in Law, and wish to make substantial research methodology component.
a substantial contribution to the law discipline.
Duration: 3 years full time (part time study available)
Admission Requirements: an Australian bachelor degree in Law with at least
upper second class honours, or its international equivalent, or a master degree Application Method: Applications are made directly to ANU either online or
with a distinction average (70 per cent) in a relevant discipline (usually Law). by downloading and submitting hard copy forms:
Duration: 2.5 years full time (part time study available) • Online: http://students.anu.edu.au/apply_online.asp - International
Application Method: Applications are made directly to ANU either online or
by downloading and submitting hard copy forms: • Download hardcopy form: www.anu.edu.au/sas/admission - International
Tuition Fees: Please see page 19 for information on graduate research fees.
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What Other Things Do I Need to Apply For?
Accommodation A guide to living expenses

In recent years there has been an unprecedented demand for on-campus The following budget can be used as a guide for a single student living on
accommodation at ANU. Although graduate students are able to apply campus in self-catered, apartment-style or catered accommodation, or off-
for on-campus accommodation, we strongly advise graduate students campus in shared accommodation. It does not provide major items like cars,
to investigate off-campus (external) accommodation options in a rental computers, extra curricula activities or holidays.
property or share accommodation.
Note: All figures in this table are in Australian dollars. They are estimates only
We advise that you arrive in Canberra early to investigate external and may vary depending on market conditions.
accommodation options. The University may be able to assist you
with temporary accommodation while you are searching for external SELF- APARTMENT- FULLY- OFF-
accommodation. CATERED STYLE+ CATERED CAMPUS+
External Accommodation in Canberra Weekly Expenses

www.allhomes.com.au Rent (includes water $162 $209 $313 $190*
www.domain.com.au & power)
Housing Online may also assist you in identifying properties for rent, share Food $85 $85 $85
accommodation, and private board accommodation in Canberra. This is a free
Day meals (on campus) $35 $35 $35
service offered by University Accommodation Services for ANU students –
http://accom.anu.edu.au/UAS/977/187.html Public transport $25
You can apply for on-campus accommodation through University Sub total $282 $329 $313 $335
Accommodation Services – there is no fee to apply online and no penalty if
you decide to live elsewhere. For 42 Academic Weeks $11,844 $13,818 $13,146 $14,070*
University Accommodation Services Monthly Expenses

T: +61 2 6125 1100 Books, stationery, $90 $90 $90 $90
E: uni.accom@anu.edu.au photocopying, postage
W: http://accom.anu.edu.au/UAS/186.html
Telephone calls $25 $25 $25 $25
Clothes & entertainment $210 $210 $210 $210
Sub total $325 $325 $325 $325
For 42 Academic Weeks $3,250 $3,250 $3,250 $3,250*
Overall
For 42 Academic Weeks $15,094 $17,068 $16,396 $17,320*
+
When renting off-campus or apartment-style accommodation on campus,
you will usually be asked to sign a 52 week lease.
*Based on sharing a three bedroom house with two other residents within
30 minute commuting time by public transport to the ANU campus.
Childcare
While there are four childcare centres that serve ANU students and
staff, long waiting lists exist in all centres, so contact them well
in advance of your arrival on-campus. Don’t wait for your offer of
admission before applying for childcare.
Acton Early Childhood Centre
T: +61 2 6125 5554
E: aecc@anu.edu.au
W: www.anu.edu.au/childcare/aecc/index.php
Heritage Early Childhood Centre
T: +61 2 6125 2976
E: hecc@anu.edu.au
W: www.anu.edu.au/childcare/heritage
University Preschool and Child Care Centre
T: +61 2 6125 4113
E: unipresc@iimetro.com.au
W: www.anu.edu.au/childcare/preschool
Central Canberra Family Day Care
T: +61 2 6125 2000
E: info@familydaycarec.com.au
Full details can be found at:
www.anu.edu.au/equity/_resources/_carers.html
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Who Can I Talk to?
Events 2010
There are a range of activities organised both within Australia and
overseas which allow you to speak to ANU representatives in person.
Some of them include:
May, Tuesday 4 – Graduate Information Evening – ANU campus
June – ANU Advisory Days – Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney
July – ANU visit to New Zealand
August, Saturday 28 – ANU Open Day – Graduate Forum
September – MBA and Postgraduate Expo – Brisbane (Thurs 9 Sept),
Canberra (Thurs 16 Sept), Melbourne (Mon 14 Sept), Perth (Thurs 23
Sept)
Full details on all of these events can be found at:
http://studyat.anu.edu.au/graduate_events.html
Contact Details
ACADEMIC COLLEGES UNIVERSITY SERVICES Graduate Studies Select
T: +61 2 6125 5487
If you would like more detailed information Academic Skills & Learning Centre E: graduate.courses@anu.edu.au
on any of the degree programs listed in this W: http://academicskills.anu.edu.au W: www.anu.edu.au/gss
publication, you can contact the appropriate T: +61 2 6125 2972
academic college: Health Services
Accommodation Services W: www.anu.edu.au/health
ANU College of Arts & Social Sciences W: accom.anu.edu.au/UAS/186 T: +61 2 6125 3598
T: +61 2 6125 2898 T: +61 2 6125 1100
E: enquiries.arts@anu.edu.au International Office
Admissions Office W: info.anu.edu.au/studyat/International_
W: cass.anu.edu.au
W: www.anu.edu.au/sas/admission Office
ANU College of Asia & the Pacific T: +61 2 6125 5594 T: +61 2 6125 4643
T: +61 2 6125 2353 E: admiss.enq@anu.edu.au
Jabal Indigenous Higher Education Centre
E: enquiries.asiapacific@anu.edu.au Careers Centre W: www.anu.edu.au/jabal
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2011

Published by the Division of Registrar and Student Services, The Australian

The decision about which university you

Why choose The Australian

The Australian National University (ANU) is

ANU has strong links with leading

Professor Ian Chubb AC

The Bush Capital What is it?

• Virtual Canberra - www.virtualcanberra.gov.au Online: http://students.anu.edu.au/apply_online.asp

Sydney Applications through the Universities Admissions Centre

English Language requirements

*some restrictions apply Scholarships

Graduate Coursework Degree Programs – Indicative Annual Tuition Fees 2010

Graduate Certificate Graduate Diploma Master by coursework Master by coursework

Medicine, Biology & $15,600– $24,768– $14,280– $15,600–

ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences

Master of Applied Epidemiology 2 4 1 or 2 CW & R 8 Direct Direct

Key: Admission Categories –

On your application form, please indicate your proposed supervisor or

For full tuition fee details, please visit: www.anu.edu.au/sas/fees/index.php

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Interdisciplinary & Cross-Cultural Studies Plant Sciences

Accommodation A guide to living expenses

External Accommodation in Canberra Weekly Expenses

University Accommodation Services Monthly Expenses

ANU CRICOS Provider Number 00120C

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