C04257v1 Master of Local Government

Overview

The Master of Local Government provides professionals, managers and leaders in local government with an advanced body of knowledge and skills to reflect critically on theory and practice. This enables them to apply this knowledge in their roles in strategic thinking, planning and shaping local communities.

The course provides an interdisciplinary program with teaching/learning activities ranging across and beyond the faculty. It is informed by the research and capacity-building activities of both the UTS Centre for Local Government and the Australian Centre of Excellence for Local Government. An education program is developed to match the requirements of each participant's individual requirements, and subjects can be studied in the workplace, through intensive block release, or in some cases through online delivery mode. The program provides graduates with an evidence-based learning approach to build a high level of influence and leadership in their local government workplace.

Course aims

The education and professional development provided through the Master of Local Government aims to meet individual needs and provide opportunities for local government practitioners who wish to broaden their knowledge and skills, underpinned with a strong foundation in public service and democratic values and principles. On completion of the course, graduates have a sound understanding of current issues in local government and in diverse communities, as well as an ability to relate this knowledge back to their own workplaces. They gain research and scholarship competencies that allow them to continue their own professional development through short courses or further academic study, including at doctoral level.

Career options

The course is highly suited to professionals wishing to progress their careers as senior managers and leaders of local councils. It is also highly recommended for public administrators and policymakers from other tiers of government, and managers from the non-government sector who partner on a regular basis with local government and wish to better understand the principles and practices of local governance.

Credit recognition

Students who have completed relevant previous studies may apply to the course coordinator for credit recognition.

Course duration and attendance

This course is offered on a one-and-a-half-year, full-time or three-year, part-time basis.

Course structure

Students must complete 72 credit points made up of 36 credit points of core subjects and 36 credit points of electives.

Articulation with UTS courses

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Students can exit this course after completing:

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