MSc Public Policy in Reading United Kingdom | University of Reading

University of Reading | Reading United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 22,350
(c. USD29,787.63)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Develop the skills to analyze and evaluate public policy through our MSc Public Policy program. Both national and global policy choices impact every aspect of society, from healthcare and social services to housing, schooling, safety, global development, and environmental sustainability.

This interdisciplinary program at the University of Reading blends classic and contemporary perspectives from economics and political science to equip you with crucial competencies for policy formulation and implementation.

Specialized tracks
The MSc Public Policy offers five distinct pathways addressing key policy challenges. You can mix core and elective courses across different tracks or focus on a single specialization:

Global and Regional Governance Structures
International Security Analysis
Developing Economies and Emerging Markets
Environmental Sustainability
Social Welfare and Public Policy.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (high 2:2 level or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. a social science, arts, business or humanities subject is preferred. Relevant work experience may also be taken into account.
IELTS - 6.5 with no component below 5.5 in any sub-skills, TOEFL IBT - Overall score of 88 with no less than 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking
Pearson PTE (Academic) - Overall score of 69 with no area less than 59

Tuition GBP 22,350

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