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MSc Public Policy

University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Our MSc in Public Policy provides rigorous training in the analytical frameworks and methods required to study public policy. You’ll explore the various methodological tools and their connections to real-world problems facing governments and related organisations. You’ll also gain a range of critical skills, including:

  • analytical and critical thinking

  • research management

  • data analysis

  • Report writing and presentation.

The course is ideal for those wanting professional skills to become a policy practitioner, analyst, or PhD.

General Eligibility

Academic requirements

First or upper second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in social science.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Compulsory classes

Semester 1

  • Policy Analysis

Semester 2

  • Comparative Public Policy

  • Principles of Research Design

  • Quantitative Methods 1

  • Quantitative Methods 2

  • Qualitative Methods

2 Elective classes

Choose two classes.

  • International Institutions & Regimes

  • Principles of Research Design (if not taken as compulsory)

  • Quantitative Methods I (if not taken as compulsory)

  • Quantitative Methods II (if not taken as compulsory)

  • Qualitative Methods (if not taken as compulsory)

  • European Governance

  • Comparative Political Economy

Language Requirement

IELTS 6.5 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)

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