Queen Mary University of London- MSc International Public Policy

With a long and proud history stretching back to 1785 and beyond, QMUL believes in a plethora of diverse ideas and how that will help them achieve the previously unthinkable. A Russell Group University educates students with a range of undergraduate and Master's degrees. A community of students representing over 160 countries, makes QMUL one of the most internationally diverse institutions in the world

This programme blends the specific theories, concepts and cases of public policy with international relations studies.  It will provide you with solid knowledge grounds on how decision-making processes look like  including implementation of processes involved in international public policy.

You will gain specialist knowledge you need to pursue a meaningful career in public policy at an international organisation such as the UN, WHO, IMF, or foreign offices.

This programme offers 3 award options:

• MSc International Public Policy – requires accomplishing 4 modules and dissertation
• PGDip International Public Policy – requires accomplishing 4 modules without dissertation
• PGCert International Public Policy – requires accomplishing 2 modules

The programme combines the study of international relations with the analysis of public policy formation and state governance allowing to gain an advanced understanding of how policy is made and how political institutions operate.

Out of four modules in total, two will concentrate on building your knowledge of theories, concepts, and cases of public policy. The other two will offer in-depth insights into international projects. These will be followed by your final project.

"It’s been amazing how much I've been able to take from what I'm learning and actually apply it or repurpose it for what I'm doing at work."- Susan Bennett, MSc International Public Policy

In order to qualify for this programme, the following requirements need to be met:

• A minimum 2:1 degree in politics or a related discipline and/or appropriate professional experience*
• An IELTS 7.0 score (with 6.5 in the writing component) if your first language isn’t English

*Applicants with academic and/ or professional experience outside this requirement can be considered under the condition that presented experience and motivation demonstrate aplicant's ability to complete the course.