Overview

Through the Public Policy course from Loughborough University you’ll gain a deep understanding of the concepts, theories, and methods that underpin effective policymaking. You’ll explore how policy is developed, implemented, and communicated, and examine the values and principles that shape decisions in different contexts.

Career opportunities:

The MSc in Public Policy prepares you to lead in a world shaped by digital transformation, climate change, geopolitical shifts, ageing populations, and AI-driven disruption. You’ll gain a powerful mix of analytical, strategic, and practical skills through interdisciplinary teaching, policy simulations, data training, and real-world insights from experienced professionals.

Graduates may go on to roles in government, international organisations, consulting, NGOs, think-tanks and the private sector, as policy analysts, public affairs advisors, regulatory experts, and more. With growing demand in areas like AI, green energy, and public sector reform, this degree places you at the forefront of impactful careers across the globe.

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Programme Structure

Course includes:

Global Futures: Policy and Policymaking for a Sustainable World
Who’s policymaking, how and why?
Global Players, Actors and Ecosystems
Grand Challenges
Strategies and Challenges in the World Order
Artificial Intelligence and Society: Learning to Live with Intelligent Machines
Negotiation: Strategy, Skills and Leadership
World Trade Law

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-14 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-24 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

The entry requirements are listed using standard UK undergraduate degree classifications i.e. first-class honours, upper second-class honours and lower second-class honours. To learn the equivalent for your country, please choose it from the drop-down below.
2:2 honours degree (50% in final year), or equivalent international qualification, in any subject area.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20000 GBP / year

≈ 20000 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

11500 GBP / year

≈ 11500 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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

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