Policy Studies postgraduate degrees in Northern England

5 universities offer 8 postgraduate courses. To get the best results for postgraduate policy studies degrees, enter your predicted grades.

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Liverpool John Moores University

2 policy-studies courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 71st
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WUSCA ranking: 18th
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Best - course team deliver the course well, uni has lots of facilities and is generally clean and smart looking, central location makes it easier for commuting students Worst - lack of library facilities in main building, lack of space in cafes, needs more tables

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Year 1
  • Business Research in People Management & Practice - Literature Review and Professional Inquiry
  • Business Research in People Management & Practice - Research Methods
  • Developing Inclusive, Personal and Business Ethical Behaviours
  • Managing People Recruitment and Developing Talent
  • Managing and Leading Employment Relations
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  • Developing Inclusive, Personal and Business Ethical Behaviours
  • People Management and Practices in a Changing Business Context
  • Strategic People Management and Developing Performance
  • Strategic Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
  • Managing People Recruitment and Developing Talent
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Newcastle University

1 policy-studies courses NORTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 23rd
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WUSCA ranking: 16th
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Great social life, good options for student societies, a lot of student support. A lot of professionals teaching on the course and it gave me exactly what I wanted for my career progression into genetics

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University of Leeds

1 policy-studies courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 20th
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Oxford Brookes University offers a supportive learning environment with passionate lecturers and modern facilities. The campus is vibrant, with plenty of opportunities to get involved in clubs and events. The city of Oxford adds to the appeal, providing a rich, historic backdrop and excellent career opportunities. Overall, it’s a great choice for those looking for a balance of academics and student life.

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Year 1
  • Dissertation
  • Education in Development
  • Education in Emergencies
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University of Manchester

3 policy-studies courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 19th
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Worst is library computers, they have to include usbc for computer extension. I like the organisation I wish they had more international student support considering we’re paying 3x more for the same thing

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Year 1
  • Development Fieldwork
  • Development Fundamentals
  • Development Research
  • Global Development Challenges
  • Political Analysis of Development Policy
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Newcastle College University Centre

1 policy-studies courses
star rating 1.3
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NORTH EAST ENGLAND
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