Overview

As part of this Public Policy programme from Leeds Beckett University , you’ll:

Develop knowledge of the origins, evolution and contemporary dynamics of policy making and challenges to it

Gain in-depth understanding of public policy informed by current scholarship and research, including a critical awareness of current issues, theories and developments

Study the concepts, theories and methods used in the study and practice of public policy

Consider issues from a range of disciplinary perspectives

Understand the implications of complexity, risk and uncertainty in policy-making

Use a range of techniques and research methods and digital literacy skills to access, process and evaluate information

Apply your knowledge with originality and creativity

Explore how new knowledge is created and synthesised by producing a dissertation

Careers

This skillset, along with your developed teamwork, communication and collaborative skills, means you’ll be primed for roles such as:

Civil servant

Policy officer

Local government officer

Social researcher

Political and policy advisor

Transferable skills in critical thinking and applying concepts, theories and methods in analysis will mean you’re equipped for roles across government, public, private and third sector organisations.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Policy Challenges

The Politics of Public Policy

Developing and Managing Projects

Global Policy Making: Environment and Human Rights
Dissertation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

54

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OTE

120

IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leeds, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

54

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OTE

120

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment.

All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional.

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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

17900 GBP / year

≈ 17900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9540 GBP / year

≈ 9540 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time tuition fees:

UK: £53 per credit

Living costs

Leeds

United Kingdom

637 - 1103 GBP / month

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

Funding

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