Overview

The critical political issues of today all center around opinions on public policy. Healthcare, taxation, immigration, and international relations are all issues in public policy. This degree can help prepare you for exciting opportunities in many career fields, including public administration, government, and politics.

Our courses can help equip you to serve effectively as an expert in the field of public policy and will emphasize the importance of applying ethics to management practices. Through Liberty University ’s Master of Arts in Public Policy (Online) degree programme, you can strengthen your critical thinking skills and stretch your comprehension of critical issues facing today’s society.

Careers: What Can You Do with a Master’s in Public Policy?

By completing a master’s in public policy, you can pursue a variety of job opportunities in the world of government, politics, and policy creation. Some of the roles you may qualify for include:

Lobbyist
Local, state, or federal government representative
Political leader
Public interest/advocate group leader
Public relations specialist
Researcher

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Economics & Public Policy
Political Philosophy
Leadership, Statesmanship & Governance
Foundations of American Governance
Applied Public Policy Research Methods
Thesis Proposal

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

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Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Lynchburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

Applicants must have a regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with a 3.0 or above GPA for admission in good standing.
Admission application
Application fee
Official college transcripts
Unofficial college transcripts may be accepted with a completed official transcript request form
Proof of English proficiency (for applicants whose native language is other than English)

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Tuition Fees

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10440 USD / year

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10440 USD / year

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10440 USD / year

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Funding

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Key information

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