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The Master of Arts in Public Policy is an interdisciplinary program encompassing policy formulation, comparative analysis, public sector economics, governance and administration, along with ethical considerations in policymaking. Students will examine pivotal topics and emerging trends in public policy, including governance structures, globalization impacts, and assessment methodologies. This program develops the analytical capabilities and critical thinking skills necessary to address complex challenges in policy design, assessment, and execution. Key advantages include: - Cultivating independent analytical thinking about core policy matters - Synthesizing theoretical frameworks and empirical evidence from political science, ethics, and political economy - Acquiring proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies - Practical internship opportunities that enhance career prospects while exploring diverse public service domains - A customizable curriculum leveraging extensive professional knowledge across disciplines - Frequent guest lectures from UK government agencies, public institutions, NGOs, and policy units discussing real-world policy application and assessment Career prospects: Graduates pursue diverse roles in public administration and policy-focused positions, including: - Civil Service Policy Consultant - Research Associate at Boston Group Consulting - Policy Specialist at Homes England - European Commission Humanitarian Action Service Trainee - Parliamentary Press Secretary - Doctoral candidate at Hertie School of Governance - Embassy policy analyst in London - Transportation authority policy consultant - Senior economic analyst in developing nations - Healthcare executives managing substantial budgets
Standard requirements: A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree. If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
Programme-Specific Requirements: Applicants with degree/professional qualification and at least three years experience in government or NGO service may also be eligible. In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. Students can demonstrate their English Language Proficiency with the following tests and grades: IELTS (Academic): 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each skill; TOEFL iBT: 100 overall with a minimum of 25 in writing and 23 in each of the other skills.