Overview

The modules of Policy Studies (Online) programme from SOAS University of London move through techniques of policy analysis and implementation to discussion of particular policy issues. The module materials cover a range of policy issues and a variety of socio-economic contexts, levels of government and regime types.

Why study PGCert / PGDip Policy Studies at SOAS?

SOAS is ranked 38th in the UK for Accounting and Finance (Complete University Guide 2023).

We're ranked 6th in UK for graduate employability (QS World University Rankings 2023).

Develop skills in analysis, critical thinking and communication to improve your professional development and career prospects.

Gain an excellent understanding of key issues shaping international business strategy.

We are specialists in the delivery of more than 40 African and Asian languages. As the economies of the Global South continue to expand, knowledge of another language and other cultures will be a big asset in the world of commerce and international trade.

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-11 00:00:00
Starting 2026-10-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-12-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-17 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-23 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Public Policy View 30 other Masters in Public Policy in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A recognised UK Bachelor's degree, or international equivalent, in finance, economics, or another appropriate discipline. Qualifications in other subjects will be assessed on their merits. Your application may be considered if you have previous education and experience, equivalent to a degree-level qualification, which includes suitable preliminary training. All international applicants must be able to show that their English is of a high enough standard to successfully engage with and complete their course at SOAS.

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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

7280 GBP / year

≈ 7280 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

7280 GBP / year

≈ 7280 GBP / year

Additional Details

PG Dip: £7,280

PG Cert: £3,640

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Why study PGCert / PGDip Policy Studies at SOAS?

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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