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MSc - Master of Science
University of Glasgow
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
University of Glasgow
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
University of Glasgow
Part Time
SEP-25
24 months
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This Masters in Public Policy & Management combines courses that examine the policy making process, policy analysis and evaluation and real world public policy challenges, with professional management courses. It aims to develop future public sector leaders who understand both the organisational contexts and challenges that face governments.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
Glasgow is an inspiring place to study problems of public and urban policy, both as a laboratory of many profound challenges, and providing many examples of leading and innovative approaches to tackling such issues.
Professional management courses delivered by the triple accredited Adam Smith Business School provide an insight into practical challenges facing all successful organisations.
The programme involves expert contributions from those working in a range of policy fields and field trips to study policy initiatives on the ground.
You can choose between a research-based dissertation on the topic of your choice or a collaborative dissertation, which emphasises industry or government partnership.
CAREER PROSPECTS
This interdiciplinary programme will help prepare you for a wide range of careers, giving you a diverse set of skills and knowledge.
As part of this programme, the professional management courses are delivered by the triple accredited Adam Smith Business School, empowering graduates to start careers related to both policy making and management.
Career opportunities and pathways
Graduates have the opportunity to take their career forward in several directions. The programme includes teaching key workplace skills combined with organisational contexts and challenges that governments face. Career progression includes working in:
central or local government
international organisations
third sector organisations
non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
think tanks
consultancy firms
the private sector
academia.
2.1 Honours degree or non-UK equivalent in a relevant social science or humanities subject. Good candidates from other disciplines are also considered. Applicants with extensive relevant professional experience, but with a lower degree, may also apply and will be considered on an individual basis.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,650 per year
Students from Domestic
Additional fees applicable.
£27,090 per year
Students from EU
Additional fees applicable.
£27,090 per year
Students from International
Additional fees applicable.
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