POLS30037 Applied Political Science Project

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is POLS30037 hard?

POLS30037: Easier. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 2 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

A capstone where you learn to reason with data and evidence, then research a policy area of your choice and share the findings.

After it you can

What you need first

“This is a Capstone subject and only available to students in the Politics and International Studies Major within the Bachelor of Arts or the Politics and International Studies specialisation of the Graduate Diploma in Arts. This subject is not available to students in the Minor or as Breadth. Admission into or selection of one of the following: Politics and International Studies major in the B-ARTS Bachelor of Arts Politics and International Studies specialisation (formal) in the GD-ARTS Graduate Diploma in Arts”

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How it’s assessed

Assignments 50%, Projects 50%

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Quick answers

When is POLS30037 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking POLS30037?
Needs “This is a Capstone subject and only available to students in the Politics and International Studies Major within the Bachelor of Arts or the Politics and International Studies specialisation of the Graduate Diploma in Arts. This subject is not available to students in the Minor or as Breadth. Admission into or selection of one of the following: Politics and International Studies major in the B-ARTS Bachelor of Arts Politics and International Studies specialisation (formal) in the GD-ARTS Graduate Diploma in Arts”.
Does POLS30037 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 50%, Projects 50%.
How many class hours a week does POLS30037 have?
2 h a week in class
Can I take POLS30037 as breadth?
No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
Can I rate POLS30037?
Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.

Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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