MA Public Policy
Swansea, United Kingdom
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PACE
Full time, Part time
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2024
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
The MA in Public Policy gives dynamic, high level training in the study of public policy and policy making at international, national and sub-state levels.
You will receive a solid grounding in key theoretical approaches to the study of public policy, and significantly develop your knowledge and skills around the subject.
This course concentrates on the skills required to work across the public policy landscape, which is today increasingly characterised by change and interdependence.
Therefore it also has relevance to evolving skills and knowledge if you are targeting a career in public policy research, policy advice, lobbying, public sector management or journalism. Or if you are already employed in the field.
This course is also available in Part time basis with 2-3 years duration.
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Scholarships and Funding
International Excellence Scholarships are available to both Undergraduate and Postgraduate students. Other scholarships are available, please see our website for more information including eligibility criteria and closing dates.
Curriculum
Year 1 (Level 7 PGT)
Optional Modules
- Conceptual Issues In the Theory and Practice of Social Sciences
- The Policy Making Process
- Comparative Governance in Complex Systems
- Analysing Politics and International Relations
- Southeast Asian Security
- Politics in Contemporary Britain
- Rights-based Approaches to Development
- Violence, Conflict and Development
- Introduction to Development Studies
- Gender, Society and Politics in the Middle East and North Africa
- Democracy and Constitutional Design
- Devolution in Comparative Perspective
- Dissertation
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Career Opportunities
Public Policy Employment Opportunities
You will develop a deep level of knowledge around public policy, as well as excellent oral and writing skills.
Graduates of the MA in Public Policy go on to careers in government and politics, local government, business, media and PR.