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MA Politics, Governance and Public Policy at University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Examines governance and policymaking across levels from local authorities to international organisations, balancing academic theory and real-world practice.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations  |  Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules cover political research methods, theories of governance and public policy, democracy and freedom, and a dissertation.

Career pathways

Preparation for work in policymaking.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject, in an Arts and Humanities or Social Sciences discipline. IELTS 6.5 overall (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent for international applicants. No references or supporting statement are required.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

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