This two-year programme allows you to gain cross-cultural perspectives on social and public policy issues at two world-leading universities – in London (LSE) and Shanghai (Fudan University). In the first year (at LSE), you’ll study the key ideas, concepts and theories of international social and public policy. You’ll delve into the root causes of social problems and analyse how governments, NGOs and other stakeholders tackle these issues. The second year (at Fudan University) focuses on social policy and governance in China – providing a contrasting cultural and academic experience. You’ll build your knowledge of different policy research methodologies in Western and Asian cultures and learn how to apply them in practice. All teaching at LSE and Fudan University is in English. However, you can take an introductory course in Mandarin at LSE and then develop your language proficiency further during your year in China. On completion, you’ll be awarded a Master of International Social and Public Policy from LSE and a Master of Management in Public Policy from Fudan University. With this double degree qualification and international experience, you’ll be well-prepared to lead and shape social and public policy in government, NGOs, international organisations or academia.