Overview

In the first year, you will attend Bocconi University in Milan and take part in the MSc Politics and Policy Analysis programme. In the second year, you will be at the European Institute at LSE, studying the MSc European and International Politics and Policy.

Delivered by world-leading experts, the curriculum of the programme focuses on European politics and policymaking in a global context. You will have the opportunity to take elective courses that critically assess Europe's role in the world, covering various social science fields such as political science, international relations, economics, and social policy.

This programme provides students with a unique opportunity to gain comprehensive knowledge in the field of European and International Public Policy and Politics while studying at two of the most prestigious institutions in the world.

The programme European and International Public Policy and Politics offered by London School of Economics and Political Science is conducted entirely in English, but you will also be expected to acquire knowledge in other languages as part of your Bocconi degree requirements.

Careers

Graduates of the programme can expect to pursue successful careers in politics, journalism, diplomacy, business, academia and consultancy, in the EU institutions, national administrations and the international institutions.

Top 5 sectors our students work in:

International Organisations
Education, Teaching and Research
Financial and Professional Services
Government, Public Sector and Policy
Consultancy

Programme Structure

Courses include:

European Policy-Making and International Cooperation

European Integration from a Global Governance Perspective
Engaging with Europe: Professional Skills

Analytical Politics and Policy Making in Europe

Quantitative Analysis
Applied Regression Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Milano, Italy
London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

European Studies Public Policy Political Science View 20 other Masters in European Studies in Italy

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Upper second-class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent, preferably in a social science subject.
Italian students who attended an Italian university other than Bocconi University for their bachelor's degree must also submit a GMAT (or GRE) test
The English language requirement for this programme is Higher.
a full and official transcript of marks obtained for each year of university level education
a certified copy of your undergraduate degree (if applicable).
a statement of academic purpose to be submitted in English. In no more than 1,000 words, describe your background, your career objectives as these relate to Europe/the EU, and how obtaining the LSE/Bocconi Double Degree will help you to achieve those objectives
two letters of academic recommendation.
a Dossier in English
optional: you may also submit letters of professional recommendation.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

32000 GBP / year

≈ 32000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

30400 GBP / year

≈ 30400 GBP / year

Additional Details

Year 1 (at Bocconi, 2026/27): Bocconi University foresees yearly tuition and fees amounting to € 18,000.

Living costs

Milano

Italy

850 - 1450 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

The School recognizes that the cost of living in London may be higher than in your home town or country, and we provide generous scholarships each year to home and overseas students.Find out more about financial support.

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Italy
United Kingdom

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