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Policy, Government & Indigenous Studies

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POLICY, GOVERNMENT & INDIGENOUS STUDIES

1st

in New Zealand*

65th

in the World*

4,000

professionals have studied an online course since 2020

74

different nationalities
studying online in 2024

1st

in New Zealand*

4,000

professionals have studied
an online course since 2020

65th

in the World*

74

different nationalities
studying online in 2024

At Waipapa Taumata Rau | the University of Auckland, our flexible and part-time online degrees and courses in Policy, Government and Indigenous Studies through UoA Online empower professionals to drive evidence-based policies, champion Indigenous perspectives, and influence public governance.

Offering online degrees such as the Master of Public Policy and Master of Indigenous Studies, alongside courses like Policy Design, Analysis and Implementation, these programmes prepare graduates to navigate complex government systems and improve public sector outcomes with opportunities to engage with both local New Zealand and international policy frameworks.

Graduates are prepared to lead in local and central government, non-profits, NGOs, and international organisations, with a strong foundation in social justice and public impact.

At Waipapa Taumata Rau | the University of Auckland, our flexible and part-time online degrees and courses in Policy, Government and Indigenous Studies through UoA Online empower professionals to drive evidence-based policies, champion Indigenous perspectives, and influence public governance.

Offering online degrees such as the Master of Public Policy and Master of Indigenous Studies, alongside courses like Policy Design, Analysis and Implementation, these programmes prepare graduates to navigate complex government systems and improve public sector outcomes with opportunities to engage with both local New Zealand and international policy frameworks.

Graduates are prepared to lead in local and central government, non-profits, NGOs, and international organisations, with a strong foundation in social justice and public impact.

The University of Auckland offers a cutting-edge suite of specialist IT and data science online postgraduate programmes and courses designed to equip you with the skills and expertise needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. 

Whether you want to deepen your knowledge in artificial intelligence, big data, cloud computing, or cybersecurity, our programmes provide the flexibility, real-world application, and expert faculty needed to accelerate your career.

ONLINE POLICY, GOVERNMENT & INDIGENOUS STUDIES COURSES AND DEGREES

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Postgraduate

Master of Public Policy

Duration: 3 years part-time study
Start Dates: 3 March and 21 July 2025

Thumbnail - Master of Indigenous Studies
Postgraduate

Master of Indigenous Studies

Duration: 3 years part-time study
Start Dates: 3 March and 21 July 2025

Thumbnail - Comparing New Zealand Government and Policy
Online Course

Comparing New Zealand Government and Policy

Duration: 12 weeks
Start Dates: 21 July 2025

Thumbnail - Policy Design, Analysis and Implementation
Online Course

Policy Design, Analysis and Implementation ​

Duration: 12 weeks
Start Dates: 3 March 2025

ONLINE POLICY, GOVERNMENT & INDIGENOUS STUDIES COURSES AND DEGREES

Thumbnail - Master of Public Policy
Postgraduate

Master of Public Policy

Duration: 3 years part-time study
Start Dates: 3 March and 21 July 2025

Thumbnail - Master of Indigenous Studies
Postgraduate

Master of Indigenous Studies

Duration: 3 years part-time study
Start Dates: 3 March and 21 July 2025

Thumbnail - Comparing New Zealand Government and Policy
Online Course

Comparing New Zealand Government and Policy

Duration: 12 weeks
Start Dates: 21 July 2025

Thumbnail - Policy Design, Analysis and Implementation
Online Course

Policy Design, Analysis and Implementation ​

Duration: 12 weeks
Start Dates: 3 March 2025