860 Full-time Master's degrees in Public Policy

The Public Policy and Administration programme at the University of Cape Town aims to help students become more effective as policy makers, public servants, researchers or policy analysts. We are also interested in developing the next generation of public policy and administration scholars.

Demand for master’s-level cybersecurity professionals increased seven times over, and a recent study projected a further increase of 28% over the next decade. Prepare for a long and successful career with the Cybersecurity and Public Policy program from Tufts University.

The MSc in Policing And Intelligence Analysis at Birmingham City University is designed for both recent graduates and professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of policing and criminal justice. This full-time course spans one year and integrates theoretical insights with practical applications, preparing students for impactful careers in the field.

Meiji University offers courses in three concentration areas: Public Policy, International Development Policy, and Community Planning and Management. 

The Homeland Security and Public Policy Certificate program offered by University of Southern California is a two-year program designed for students who already have a substantial undergraduate background in social sciences or relevant professional experience in subjects such as international relations, political science, environmental studies and social sciences. 

The Political Science - International Affairs at the University of Central Oklahoma is a comprehensive Master of Arts degree. This on-campus programme requires 36 credit hours of study, blending core theoretical foundations with flexible electives to prepare students for advanced roles in global governance and research.

The Development Policy and Practice programme at the University of Cape Town is the Nelson Mandela School of Public Governance’s flagship programme.

The purpose of the Public Management and Governance program at University of Johannesburg is to provide students the tools and skills to effectively and independently apply research methodology skills and all the related activities thereto, to prepare a research proposal, dissertation and report the results for academic submission.

The University of Nairobi's Economic Policy Management MA program equips students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in economic policy formulation and analysis.

The Public Interest Certificate program offered at University of Southern California holds a longstanding reputation of excellence and impact within the field. Students develop “knowledge in action” through an interdisciplinary curriculum that develops analytical and theoretical competencies combined with immersive experiential learning.

The 30-credit Public Affairs offers two semesters of carefully designed, challenging coursework in economics, statistics, values and ethics, politics, policy writing, and management and leadership, with room for electives from across the University of Michigan tailored to students’ individual interests in public affairs. 

The Master of Data Science for Public Policy (MDS) at Hertie School Berlin is a rigorous programme designed to equip students with essential skills for tackling complex societal challenges through data-driven solutions. This full-time degree typically spans three years, integrating core coursework in both public policy and data science.

The M.Sc. in Applied American Politics and Policy at Florida State University is a professional 36-credit programme designed for active political careers. This public study mode degree includes a 12-credit practicum and can be completed in one year, offering flexible evening classes for working professionals.

The M.Sc. in Data and Economics for Public Policy at École Polytechnique is a two-year programme designed to equip students with essential skills in data science and economic analysis. This course is delivered in English and focuses on the intersection of data and public policy, preparing graduates for impactful careers in various sectors.

Develop a unique appreciation of 21st century challenges by integrating political and legal perspectives. Deepen your understanding of critical issues, including the ethics and conduct of armed conflict, human rights under authoritarian regimes, and interstate negotiations on issues like trade, climate change, and peace. 

Are you a driven change-maker who's eager to make a difference to public policy? On this course you'll learn how policy decisions affect key global issues around inequality, migration, and social justice. Learn more at Global Social and Public Policy from the University of Nottingham.

Enter the dynamic field of healthcare administration and policy with Arizona State University's Health Care Administration and Policy MS program. This forward-thinking program blends theory and practice to prepare students for leadership roles in healthcare organizations and policy-making bodies.

Digital Policy from University of Cambridge provides a firm foundation for understanding the challenges and possibilities posed by digital transformation, aimed at policy professionals in the UK and overseas who have embarked on or are embarking on a policy career. 

The master's degree in Public Policy is a one-year programme taught at the Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI) from University of Barcelona intended to educate future professionals in the area of public policymaking.

The Applied Economics (Public Policy and Development) programme at Université PSL is designed to face the rising demand for evaluation and expertise on public policies to evaluate public policies in both developed and developing countries.