Overview

The Public Policy programme from Queen Mary University of London is tailored to reflect the current political landscape, both domestic and international, meaning you get to delve into a wide gamut of topics, from European politics to political theory, global security and development.

How can policymakers tackle the most urgent and insistent social and economic problems confronting their societies? How can institutions understand the increasingly complex nature of contemporary policy problems, drawing on appropriate knowledge, data, and evidence? How can governments turn public policy ideas into action through effective mechanisms of implementation and delivery? Sharpen your critical and analytical skills as you unpick some of the biggest questions in the world of public policy today.

What you'll study

Those teaching the programme have close links with policymakers in the UK and around the world having previously worked in government, NGOs and the private sector. The MSc in Public Policy is closely linked to the work of Queen Mary’s Mile End Institute bringing together a wide range of policymakers, politicians and thinkers, giving students opportunities for engagement and networking.

We encourage students to apply theories and concepts of public policy to better understand the practical policy challenges prevailing in their own countries. Our approach is solutions-focused: we want our students to contribute to actively solving the biggest public problems affecting our societies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Dissertation

Theories of the Policy-making Process

Globalisation and the International Political Economy of Development

International Migration Policy

Themes and Cases in US Foreign Policy
Evaluation and Delivery in Public Policy

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-09-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

4.5

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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4.5

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General requirements

Degree requirements

A 2:1 or above at undergraduate level in Politics or a related discipline.

Other routes

Candidates that do not currently meet the set entry requirements may also have the option to study the Graduate Diploma in Humanities and Social Sciences. Meeting the required grades on completion of this programme will provide a pathway to study MSc Public Policy.

Tuition Fees

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27250 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

13250 GBP / year

≈ 13250 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.

Funding

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