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MSc - Master of Science
University of Sussex
Full Time
SEP-26
2 Years
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MSc - Master of Science
University of Sussex
Full Time
SEP-26
2 Years
MSc - Master of Science
University of Sussex
Part Time
SEP-26
3 Years
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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 the Science and Technology Policy (with a professional placement year) MSc, you’ll learn about the language, logic and tools of policy formulation and analysis. You’ll 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’ll investigate science and technology policy challenges, and learn to evaluate and recommend policy solutions. This includes:frameworks and tools to understand the complex dynamics of policy developmentcritiquing and contributing to science, technology and innovation policy and industrial strategyanalysing science, technology and innovation policy using an array of methodologies, from a number of perspectives.AccreditationYou’ll join the EQUIS and AMBA-accredited University of Sussex Business School.
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
£17,975 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)
£17,975 per year
Students from Other UK
This is the fee you pay if the University is not in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£17,975 per year
Students from Channel Islands
£31,500 per year
Students from EU
Books, course materials and other costs (average) - 2.25 to 5.54 (Cost per week)
£32,400 per year
Students from International
Books, course materials and other costs (average) - £10 to £15 per week
