MA Public Policy at Leeds Beckett University

Programme overview

Gain an understanding of public policy, policymaking and problems faced by policymakers. You’ll develop awareness of current issues, scholarship and research. Develop knowledge of the origins, evolution and contemporary dynamics of policy making and challenges to it

Faculty: School of Humanities and Social Sciences | Duration: 12 months full-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: 20 Sep 2027; 24 Jan 2028 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include MA Dissertation & Research Design, Policy Challenges, Global Policymaking: Environment & Human Rights, The Politics of Public Policy, Developing & Managing Projects, Gendering the International, Housing Needs, Policies for Health in the 21st Century, Transforming Punishment & Rehabilitation, Useable Pasts.

Career pathways

You’ll have in-depth understanding of public policy and policymaking. This skillset, along with your developed teamwork, communication and collaborative skills, means you’ll be primed for roles such as:

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements. IELTS IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,125 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £10125. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,995 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £18995. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027; 24 Jan 2028

Duration: 12 months full-time

Apply through the official page: https://myapplication.leedsbeckett.ac.uk

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