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MPP Public Policy at University of California, Berkeley

University of California, Berkeley, United States

Programme overview

The MPP degree is a two-year, full-time program consisting of a quantitative core curriculum, a policy internship in the summer after completion of the first year, a second-year policy analysis capstone project, and elective courses chosen from those available at GSPP or any other graduate department on campus.

Faculty: Goldman School of Public Policy  |  Department: Richard and Rhoda Goldman School of Public Policy  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Berkeley, CA, United States

What you will study

Curriculum Core Curriculum—First Year The core courses emphasize practical applications of analytical skills and encourage students to learn by doing through numerous exercises and projects conducted in teams and individually. Fieldwork activities are also a part of the core curriculum, involving real clients, a written report, and oral briefings on the report. In addition, colloquia with outside speakers are frequently held that further examine some of the policy issues treated in the core courses.

Career pathways

Graduates enter career areas including Law & Public Policy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Note: GSPP maintains more stringent requirements than the Graduate Division for some admissions requirements. Please review the application instructions and requirements here, Apply to the MPP, for more information or email your general application questions to [email protected]. Documents required for the MPP application: Online Graduate Application for Admission and Fellowships Resume : Please upload a current resume, reflecting your work experience, education, and any other relevant information. Statement of Purpose : The Goldman School of Public Policy welcomes applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds and with a variety of career aspirations. Some of our students have had prior experience in the realm of public policy; others have not. It is helpful to us to know more about your background, your motivation, and your long-term goals than can be inferred from your records and references. Please visit our website to view the MPP Statement of Purpose essay prompt and recommended page limit. Personal History Statement: Please visit our website to view the Personal History

Duration: 2 years

Apply through the official page: https://grad.berkeley.edu/admissions/

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