MPP Public Policy at University of Stirling

Programme overview

The MPP Public Policy teaches how to analyse, develop and implement policies on issues such as climate change, public health, education and social justice, with core modules on policy theory, analysis and practice. The course is flexible and can be tailored through optional modules such as Social Research.

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules cover policy theory, analysis and practice, with optional modules and an international outlook; past student research has covered topics such as housing policy in Slovakia.

Career pathways

Government and Civil Service (policy officer, Fast Streamer, public affairs consultant), NGOs, international organisations such as the UN and WHO, corporate social responsibility and public affairs, and think tanks and charities.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent; applicants without these but with significant relevant work/life experience are encouraged to apply. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each sub-skill; Pearson Test of English (Academic) 62 overall with 60 in each sub-skill; TOEFL exams taken before 21 January 2026: 88 overall with 20 in reading, 19 in writing, 19 in listening and 22 in speaking; TOEFL exams taken from 21 January 2026: 4.5 overall with no less than 4 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,050 a year (2026/27). Students from the UK and Republic of Ireland; part time rate Source

International applicants: GBP 10,900 a year (2026/27). International (including EU) students; part time rate Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

Explore more study programmes

Arts & Humanities