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Join our program tailored for individuals with diverse academic backgrounds gains insight into the dynamics between local governments, states, and NGOs in policy development provides expertise in interpreting and applying essential concepts and methodologies for public policy analysis prepares graduates for careers across public and private sectors with an urban focus Program highlights The Urban Policy and Analysis MSc offers comprehensive training in urban policy evaluation. Students examine influential policy stakeholders in urban contexts while gaining hands-on experience with analytical frameworks. These tools help assess urban policy systems and institutional frameworks concerning environment and infrastructure. This program thoroughly investigates urban policy mechanisms. Students acquire both theoretical and practical knowledge to address urban challenges, including economic, infrastructure, and environmental factors. The curriculum enhances professional skills like critical analysis, research coordination, data interpretation, and effective communication. Two specialization tracks are offered: 1. Sustainability 2. Infrastructure Curriculum overview Initial semesters cover fundamental urban analysis and policy development concepts, later applied through specialization electives. Capstone opportunities Students may undertake client-focused research projects for their dissertation, potentially collaborating with government agencies at various levels through school-facilitated partnerships.
First or upper second-class Honours degree, or equivalent, in social science.
Applications are also welcome from candidates with strong career experience in a relevant field..
For postgraduate studies, the University of Strathclyde requires a minimum overall score of IELTS 6.5 (no individual test score below 6.0) or equivalent. Tests are valid for two years.
TOEFL (ibt): 80 overall, with the following minimum scores in each component: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Speaking: 20 Writing: 18.