International Public Policy MSc 12 months Postgraduate Programme By UCL |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

40,800 GBPTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

21 May, 2027Application Deadline

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Public Policy

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Master's

Study Mode

On Campus

In this course, you will gain the theoretical foundations and empirical tools needed to understand how policymaking operates in both theory and practice across international relations, political science, public policy and comparative politics. You will develop the analytical skills to examine global affairs and critically evaluate the complex challenges facing international policymakers.


Alongside rigorous core training in international relations and research methods, you will have the flexibility to tailor your studies through a wide range of elective courses. Whether your interests lie in international political economy and development, international security and human rights, foreign policy, international law, comparative politics or political theory, you can shape your course to reflect your academic interests and career ambitions.


The MSc also provides the knowledge and methodological training to prepare you for careers in international politics and policymaking, as well as further postgraduate study or a research degree.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Public Policy

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Master's

Study Mode

On Campus

In this course, you will gain the theoretical foundations and empirical tools needed to understand how policymaking operates in both theory and practice across international relations, political science, public policy and comparative politics. You will develop the analytical skills to examine global affairs and critically evaluate the complex challenges facing international policymakers.


Alongside rigorous core training in international relations and research methods, you will have the flexibility to tailor your studies through a wide range of elective courses. Whether your interests lie in international political economy and development, international security and human rights, foreign policy, international law, comparative politics or political theory, you can shape your course to reflect your academic interests and career ambitions.


The MSc also provides the knowledge and methodological training to prepare you for careers in international politics and policymaking, as well as further postgraduate study or a research degree.

Admission Requirements

5.5+
7.5+
191+
80+
As a minimum, an upper second-class Bachelor’s degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard; Applicants should ideally have a background in political science, international relations, law, European studies, history, philosophy, economics, or a related subject. Relevant practical or work experience in a related field may also be taken into account.

21 May 2027
1 Year
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
21,500 GBP
International
40,800 GBP

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