Intakes
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Oct
Units
4 units, 7 weeks each
Duration
8 months part-time
Why study the online Graduate Certificate in LGBTQIA+ Policy at UC?
Australia’s first postgraduate
course in LGBTQIA+ policy
Be a trailblazer with a pioneering qualification designed for passionate advocates and policy influencers.
Learn from leaders in LGBTQIA+
policy
Gain insights from experts at Canberra Business School, Canberra School of Government, and the News & Media Research Centre — renowned for their engagement in discussions on LGBTQIA+ rights, inclusive policy, and media advocacy.
Flexible, supported and
accelerated learning — designed
for immediate impact
Fit your study around work and life commitments, with a learning model designed to support busy professionals. Graduate with the skills and confidence to shape policy, lead advocacy, and protect LGBTQIA+ rights.
Course overview
Champion inclusion for LGBTQIA+ communities. With an online Graduate Certificate in LGBTQIA+ Policy from the University of Canberra, you’ll gain the specialised knowledge and practical tools to evaluate policy, influence reform, and advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights across sectors. Designed for change-makers, this pioneering course empowers you to influence reform, protect hard-won rights, and create a more inclusive future across sectors and communities.
What you will learn
Understand the policy-making process
Analyse the complex issues surrounding the formation, implementation and evaluation of public policy as well as the institutional and organisational contexts shaping the policy making process.
Address LGBTQIA+ equity in complex environments
Examine the complex environments, theories and/or concepts related to LGBQTIA+ equity concerns and impacts, and evaluate the effectiveness of government policies, processes and/or communications addressing these issues.
Design inclusive initiatives that create impact
Design and inform programs and/or initiatives that are inclusive and/or address current equity disparities in a policy and advocacy context.
Communicate effectively for advocacy and inclusion
Develop effective and equitable communication strategies tailored to diverse communities and contexts (including First Nations, disability, class, race, gender, and crisis contexts), informed through the critical examination of community-led approaches to inclusive communication.
Course structure
Start strong with the Graduate Certificate in LGBTQIA+ Policy—and be the voice for inclusive change.
This flexible, career-focused qualification equips you with specialised skills in LGBTQIA+ inclusive policy design, advocacy, and equitable communication. It also provides a direct pathway into the University of Canberra’s online Master of Public Policy, with full credit for all four completed units.
Graduate Certificate in LGBTQIA+ Policy
4 units | 8 months*
Master of Public Policy
12 units | 2 years* (with credit from the Graduate Certificate)
*Exact course length will be dependent on selected electives and their availability. Please speak to a Student Enrolment Adviser for more information.
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Download your course brochure for more detailed information including:
- What you’ll study
- Recognition of prior learning
- Entry requirements
- Fees and FEE-HELP
Taught by the industry's best
Dr. Mary Walsh is a Professor of Politics at the University of Canberra, brings 30+ years of teaching and research expertise. She has led key programs like the Bachelor of Politics and International Relations and the Master of Public Policy, earning national and international recognition for her contributions.
Dr. Mary Walsh
Taught by the industry's best
Jonathan Pickering is an Associate Professor at the University of Canberra, specialising in democracy and justice in environmental and energy policy. With a PhD from ANU and a background in international development at AusAID, Jonathan’s research has been featured in top journals like Climate Policy and Environmental Politics. He also leads an ARC-funded project on electricity transmission policy and teaches leadership and policy in the Master of Public Policy program.
Jonathan Pickering
Taught by the industry's best
Ashleigh Haw is a Senior Lecturer in Communication and Media at the University of Canberra and member of the News and Media Research Centre, specialises in social inclusion in digital and news media. With a PhD in Sociology and 15+ years of teaching experience, her work explores the representation of marginalised communities, mis/disinformation during crises, and critical disability studies. A strong advocate for accessibility, she brings lived experience to her teaching and research in ethics, inclusion, and crisis communication.
Ashleigh Haw
Taught by the industry's best
Robin Ladwig is a passionate educator and researcher at the Canberra Business School, specialising in human resource management with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Their PhD research explores the career development and workplace experiences of trans and gender-diverse individuals in Australia, emphasising organisational culture and inclusion.
With a Master’s in Gender Studies, a background in Social Work, and extensive experience as a Diversity Advisor at the University of Canberra, Robin bridges academic research with practical initiatives to drive inclusive workplace change. They are dedicated to advancing DEI conversations, including accessibility, belonging, and social justice, while exploring the role of technology in shaping inclusive workplaces.
Robin Ladwig
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