University of Glasgow: Public Policy & Management
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Social and Political Sciences View department profile |
| Web | www.gla.ac.uk/schools/socialpolitical |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This Masters in Public Policy & Management combines courses that examine the policy making process, policy analysis and evaluation and real world public policy challenges, with professional management courses. It aims to develop future public sector leaders who understand both the organisational contexts and challenges that face governments.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME - Glasgow is an inspiring place to study problems of public and urban policy, both as a laboratory of many profound challenges, and providing many examples of leading and innovative approaches to tackling such issues.
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Professional management courses delivered by the triple accredited Adam Smith Business School provide an insight into practical challenges facing all successful organisations.
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The programme involves expert contributions from those working in a range of policy fields and field trips to study policy initiatives on the ground.
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You can choose between a research-based dissertation on the topic of your choice or a collaborative dissertation, which emphasises industry or government partnership.
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Social Policy at Glasgow is ranked 2nd in the UK by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 and 5th in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2026.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE This programme combines core courses in public policy and management with a range of options, designed to allow you to develop expertise in core public policy fields. Over the summer months, you will complete a dissertation where you can research an issue of interest to you in more depth.
Core courses Evidence, Evaluation and Policy Manging Creativity and Innovation (Creative Industries and Cultural Policy) Managing Strategic Change (ASBS) Project Management (Creative Industries and Cultural Policy) Researching Public Policy Understanding Public Policy
Optional courses may include Community Empowerment and Engagement Global Urban Challenges (10) Global Urban Challenges Housing, Inequality and Society Housing, Inequality and Society (10 credit) Migration Policy Making Principles and Applications of GIS Smart Cities and Infrastructure Sustainable Energy Landcapes Sustainable Housing Development (10 Credits) Understanding Health Policy (10 credit) Understanding Health Policy The Wellbeing Economy
You may also be able to choose from courses in the other subjects in the School of Social & Political Sciences (subject to programme convener's approval).
CAREER PROSPECTS Graduates have the opportunity to take their career forward in several directions. The programme includes teaching key workplace skills combined with organisational contexts and challenges that governments face. Career progression includes working in:
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central or local government
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international organisations
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third sector organisations
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non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
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think tanks
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consultancy firms
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the private sector
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academia.
MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Politics, Sociology, Geography, Economics, Business, Law, Social Science, Humanities. We may also accept degrees in non-relevant backgrounds. We may sometimes accept degrees at 2.2 Hons or non-UK equivalent. Extensive work experience (e.g. in Government) may be considered along with a lower degree. Please provide a CV. All applicants are required to complete and submit a question-based personal statement explaining why you want to undertake this programme at Glasgow. International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
The University of Glasgow’s School of Social & Political Sciences links core social science disciplines to deliver high-quality teaching and cutting-edge research. We offer a wide variety of programmes for those interested in the development and impact of economies and societies globally.
Founded in 1451, the University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world. The University has a history of changing the world and the School of Social & Political Sciences is committed to nurturing the people who make it happen.
School of Social & Political Sciences rankings and accolades
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