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MSc - Master of Science
University of Sussex
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
University of Sussex
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
MSc - Master of Science
University of Sussex
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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Advances in science and technology continue to transform the way we live. This makes designing effective policies for science and technology a priority for governments worldwide. The challenge is not just to advance science and technology, but to set directions and priorities for their development.
On this MSc, you will learn about the language, logic and tools of policy formulation and analysis. You will be taught by world-leading researchers and scholars, and benefit from the global networks enjoyed by the University of Sussex Business School and SPRU - Science Policy Research Unit.
You will investigate science and technology policy challenges and learn to evaluate and recommend policy solutions. This includes:
Careers
Scientific advice and evidence to inform public policies is in high demand. From climate change to cyber-security, poverty to pandemics, food technologies to fracking – controversies continue to erupt at the boundaries between science, politics, and society. Across many countries, methods for scientific advice are being actively debated. We see a growing willingness to acknowledge uncertainties and experiment with new governance processes.
The skills you gain on this MSc will equip you for a range of careers. This includes public-, private- and charitable-sector organisations working to tackle society’s most important economic, social and environmental challenges. This course will also open up opportunities in a wide range of businesses and NGOs all over the world. And it’s an ideal grounding for PhD-level study and a career in academia.
Degree requirements: You should have a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification can be in any subject but undergraduate degrees in the social sciences, natural science, humanities, or engineering are particularly suitable. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.
Students living in
Domestic
£14,975 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£26,250 per year
Students from International
Books, course materials and other costs (average) - 2.25 to 5.54 (Cost per week)
