Graduate Certificate in Science, Technology, and Public Policy at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Programme overview

The STPP graduate certificate is designed for master's and doctoral students already enrolled at Michigan. No background in science or policy is required. Students learn how politics and policy shape science and technology and develop policy analysis and writing skills.

Faculty: Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy | Duration: 12 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Ann Arbor, MI, United States

What you will study

Twelve credit hours: two core courses (PubPol 650 Introduction to Science and Technology Policy Analysis and PubPol 510 The Politics of Public Policy) and two electives, plus attendance at STPP seminars.

Career pathways

Graduates work in government agencies, NGOs, professional societies, industry government-affairs offices, think tanks and academia.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Open to students already enrolled in a graduate degree programme at the University of Michigan, from any field; no science or policy background is required.

Duration: 12 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://rackham.umich.edu/admissions/applying/

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