MSc Policy, Behaviour and Data for Global Development in Norwich United Kingdom | University of East Anglia

Discover your potential through our advanced MSc in Policy, Behaviour and Data for Global Development, equipping you with essential skills to shape evidence-driven policies, utilize data analytics, and apply behavioral insights for meaningful change. This forward-thinking program is crafted to meet the demands of our rapidly changing world, capitalizing on the explosion of available data and the rising importance of behavioral science. You'll explore how behavioral insights are transforming policy sectors worldwide, from health and education to finance, environment, labor, agriculture, gender equality, and public services. The curriculum provides an in-depth focus on data-driven policy solutions, specifically designed for global development challenges.At UEA, you'll learn from an esteemed interdisciplinary faculty, recognized for their work in quantitative analysis, behavioral economics, and program evaluation. The program builds on our School's leading reputation in global development and policy research, evidenced by our top ranking in the UK's latest research assessment (REF 2021).Career OpportunitiesAfter earning your MSc degree, you'll possess highly adaptable skills opening doors to diverse career paths within and beyond global development. Our alumni have secured positions with development banks, international NGOs, government agencies, global institutions, research organizations, and consulting firms.The program also provides excellent preparation for PhD studies, whether you aspire to an academic career in the UK or internationally.Potential Career Paths:Policy analyst roles in government agenciesPositions with international financial institutions or development banksOpportunities with NGOs and nonprofit organizationsConsulting firms specializing in developmentResearch roles at national or global policy institutes