RegNet announces major revamp of postgraduate programs and launches new Master of Governance (Advanced)

The School of Regulation and Global Governance (RegNet) at ANU has announced a significant overhaul of its postgraduate offerings, set to take effect from 1 January 2026. The changes are aimed at streamlining program structures, enhancing the student experience and expanding opportunities for research-focused study.

As part of the update, RegNet’s flagship degrees — the Master of Regulation and Governance (MRGOV) and the Master of Technology Governance (MTGOV) — will shift from a 72-unit structure to a more accessible 48-unit format. This adjustment reduces the time and financial commitment required to complete the programs, while continuing to deliver a world-class education in governance and regulation.

The Graduate Certificate of Regulation and Governance (CREGO) and the Graduate Certificate of Technology Governance (CTEGO) have also been redesigned. Under the new structure, students will progress through courses sequentially, allowing for a more cohesive and outcome-aligned learning experience.

In a major new initiative, RegNet will also launch a cutting-edge program: the Master of Governance (Advanced). This unique 72-unit degree is tailored for high-achieving students seeking a research-intensive qualification that can serve as a pathway to a PhD or other Higher Degree Research.

The Master of Governance (Advanced) includes a 24-unit research thesis, enabling students to undertake original research under the guidance of RegNet’s expert academic staff. Core courses cover the foundational theories, institutions, and practices of governance, while specialist and research-focused classes build advanced analytical and methodological capabilities. The program adopts an interdisciplinary approach, engaging students in critical explorations of governance across key domains such as climate, health, justice, technology, and global development.

RegNet Education Director, Associate Professor Jarrett Blaustein highlights how the new 48-unit degrees are designed with working professionals in mind, while the new Master’s program offers a dedicated pathway to research.

“Most of our students are looking to improve their capabilities as professional regulators, and the 48-unit MRGOV and MTGOV have been redesigned with this in mind. At the same time, we are still able to provide world-class research training through our new VMGOV (Advanced) degree which has been developed as a pathway for pursuing HDR study,” he said.

Students enrolled in RegNet programs benefit from being part of a vibrant academic community, with access to global research networks, mentorship from internationally recognised scholars, and opportunities to contribute to research that shapes public policy and governance in practice.

These program changes reflect RegNet’s continued commitment to delivering innovative, flexible, and research-informed education in regulation and governance.

For more information about RegNet’s postgraduate offerings, visit regnet.anu.edu.au.