385 Master's in Public Policy in Europe

The Brandt School’s Master of Public Policy offered by the University of Erfurt is a two-year interdisciplinary degree program designed for young academics and professionals who wish to pursue a career in public service, including government agencies, international organizations and the non-profit sector. 

The MSc in Water Science, Policy and Management course at the University of Oxford aims to equip the next generation of water professionals with the blend of skills necessary to make a significant contribution to sustainable water management pathways across competing priorities of water for ecosystems, food, energy, economic growth and human consumption.

The Evidence-Based Social Intervention and Policy Evaluation from the University of Oxford emphasises research methods for evaluating interventions and policies, as well as the advanced study of evidence-based practice and policy in relation to, for example, children and families, poverty and inequality, mental health, refugees, drug use, violence and injury prevention, and offending.

The MSc in Comparative Social Policy programme at the University of Oxford explores welfare systems and policy developments across a range of countries with an OECD focus. The comparative element is a key part of the course, and is one feature that makes the course at Oxford unique. 

The Criminal Justice Policy programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science is a master level degree delivered through public study. This 12-month full-time course explores how laws and social policies shape justice outcomes, providing the analytical tools needed to engage with global criminological trends.

The Education, Policy and Society MA course at King's College London is an interdisciplinary course which draws on sociology, political science, economics and history to address the challenges of education policy and provision. 

The M.Sc. International Social and Public Policy at the London School of Economics and Political Science is a full-time, 12-month programme. This public study mode course explores global social challenges through an interdisciplinary lens, preparing students for high-impact roles in international policymaking.

This Economic Development and Policy Analysis programme from the University of Nottingham explores current theories, issues and evidence in economic policy employed by developing countries.

This Public Policy course at the University of Strathclyde provides rigorous training in the analytical frameworks and methods required in the study of public policy.

This Media, Power and Public Affairs course at Royal Holloway University of London  examines the profound effect digital technology is having on the way public affairs are conducted and communicated and how today’s networked societies are using it to force rapid and far-reaching social and political change.

The Master in Management and Public Affairs program is a two-year double degree offered by HEC Paris and Freie Universität Berlin. The program adopts an interdisciplinary approach to the relationship between business and public administration management and features both research and a professional dimension.

The Master of Public Policy (MPP) at Hertie School Berlin provides students with the tools needed to effectively analyse and assess policy, as well as evaluate solutions. If you want to understand and get involved in public affairs, learn analytical and managerial skills and help shape tomorrow’s world, this programme is for you.

Public Economics from Freie Universität Berlin incorporates the economic disciplines of public finance, economic policy, and macroeconomics, and imparts theoretical and empirical competencies to students that allow them to make analyses of economic policies from an academic perspective. 

The Food Policy M.Sc. at City St George's, University of London is a comprehensive master programme delivered through a public study mode. This advanced course explores the complex systems governing global nutrition and food security, providing students with the expertise to influence international food environments.

The Evidence-Based Social Intervention and Policy Evaluation from the University of Oxford emphasises research methods for evaluating interventions and policies, as well as the advanced study of evidence-based practice and policy in relation to, children and families, poverty and inequality, mental health, refugees, drug use, violence and injury prevention as well as offending.

The MSc in Public Policy and Management at Birkbeck, University of London, is designed for those keen to delve into the intricacies of policy formulation and execution. This one-year programme offers full-time and part-time attendance options, including on-campus and flexible learning formats, ensuring accessibility for various lifestyles.

The MSc in Government, Policy and Politics at Birkbeck, University of London, offers an in-depth exploration of political systems and public policy. This one-year programme can be pursued full-time or part-time, with options for on-campus, flexible learning, or online attendance. Engage with contemporary issues in politics and develop critical analytical skills.

The European Public Affairs and Law programme at University College Dublin is a Master of Economic Science degree delivered on campus. This intensive course offers full-time or part-time study modes over one to two years, focusing on the multi-disciplinary analysis of European Union governance, legal structures, and policy.

Rooted in the expertise of faculty actively engaged in cultural diplomacy and international scientific collaborations, the Public and Cultural Diplomacy programme from University of Siena brings together students from a wide range of academic backgrounds – from the social sciences to the humanities – to explore new approaches to international relations and cooperation.

Public Policy (Dual Degree with the Graduate School of Public Policy, University of Tokyo) from Sciences Po built on the complementary approaches of two prestigious members of the Global Public Policy Network (GPPN).