Overview

Throughout the Public Policy course from Lancaster University you will train in policy evaluation, policy analysis, policy communication and policy design.

Conflict, climate change, cost of living. Global crises cannot be solved by one individual. To make a change, we need to take collective action – and without policy that wouldn’t be possible.

The world needs good policymakers with new ideas and a fresh approach to tackle the complex challenges we face today. Our MSc in Public Policy equips you with the tools to become a forward-thinking policymaker ready to drive meaningful change.

Career opportunities:

On the MSc Public Policy, you will develop knowledge and transferable skills relevant to a range of future careers. The programme is designed to equip you with policy analysis skills so that you’ll know how to research policy, evaluate and analyse current policy, how to give policy advice, and how to create policy solutions and formal recommendations. With this skillset, you’ll be well equipped for a range of careers in the policy world.

Armed with this master’s degree, you’ll be the perfect fit for roles in:

Civil service
Local government
Public Sector
Supranational organisations such as the EU, UN
Political parties
Trade unions
International charities
International business

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Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Anthropology of Policy
Conflict Management and Contemporary Conflicts
Conflict, Security and War
Cybercrime
Global Environmental Politics
International Relations and Politics of South Asia

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-03 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

87

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lancaster, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

87

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:2 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in a related subject.
IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 5.5 in each element of the test.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25320 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

12190 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part Time Home: £6,095 per year
Part Time International: £12,660 per year

Living costs

Lancaster

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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Funding

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