Overview

Policy is complicated. Policy makers need to understand a web of normative, practical, domestic and international considerations. On the Political Science - Governance and Public Policy Pathway (Research Route) course from The University of Manchester Policy, you’ll learn about key themes and concepts related to social policy formation, including:

• citizenship and participation
• policy making in a globalised world
• the relationship between the government and the governed
• the welfare state.

Via mandatory course units, you’ll be introduced to a range of research approaches, while developing your qualitative and quantitative skills.

You’ll also be able to tailor the programme to fit your interests, with optional course units covering an array of current and interesting topics.

Career opportunities

Graduates of this programme go on to undertake PhD’s in related fields. Graduates can also apply the research skills they’ve learned in other fields such as:

• The Civil Service and public sector
• the charity sector
• international institutions, like the UN
• research institutes and think tanks.