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University of Reading: MSc Public Policy
| Institution | University of Reading |
|---|---|
| Department | Economics |
| Web | https://www.reading.ac.uk |
| pgadmissions@reading.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0118 378 5289 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Gain the tools to understand and assess public policy with our MSc Public Policy degree.
Domestic and international public policy decisions affect all areas of our lives, including health, welfare, housing, education, security, international development, energy and climate change.
On this University of Reading’s interdisciplinary course, you will use traditional and modern insights from both economics and politics to develop the essential skills needed in policy making and policy administration.
Specialist pathways There are five different pathways within MSc Public Policy that reflect major public policy challenges. You can combine core and optional modules from different pathways, or choose to specialise in one:
-
Global and Regional Governance and Institutions
-
International Security Studies
-
International Development and Emerging Markets
-
Sustainable Environments
-
Welfare and Social Policy.
The pathways are designed so you can tailor your studies to reflect your personal or national interests, as well as provide an issue-based focus for further in-depth analysis. This means you can also choose to undertake a dissertation in conjunction with the pathway component of your studies.
For more information, please visit our programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/economics-pg/msc-public-policy
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:2 level or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. a social science, arts, business or humanities subject is preferred. Relevant work experience may also be taken into account. IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent) |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| England | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 26450 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 26450 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Gain the tools to understand and assess public policy with our MSc Public Policy degree.
Domestic and international public policy decisions affect all areas of our lives, including health, welfare, housing, education, security, international development, energy and climate change.
On this University of Reading’s interdisciplinary course, you will use traditional and modern insights from both economics and politics to develop the essential skills needed in policy making and policy administration.
Specialist pathways There are five different pathways within MSc Public Policy that reflect major public policy challenges. You can combine core and optional modules from different pathways, or choose to specialise in one:
-
Global and Regional Governance and Institutions
-
International Security Studies
-
International Development and Emerging Markets
-
Sustainable Environments
-
Welfare and Social Policy.
The pathways are designed so you can tailor your studies to reflect your personal or national interests, as well as provide an issue-based focus for further in-depth analysis. This means you can also choose to undertake a dissertation in conjunction with the pathway component of your studies.
For more information, please visit our programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/economics-pg/msc-public-policy
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:2 level or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. a social science, arts, business or humanities subject is preferred. Relevant work experience may also be taken into account. IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent) |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| England | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 26450 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 26450 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Gain the tools to understand and assess public policy with our MSc Public Policy degree.
Domestic and international public policy decisions affect all areas of our lives, including health, welfare, housing, education, security, international development, energy and climate change.
On this University of Reading’s interdisciplinary course, you will use traditional and modern insights from both economics and politics to develop the essential skills needed in policy making and policy administration.
Specialist pathways There are five different pathways within MSc Public Policy that reflect major public policy challenges. You can combine core and optional modules from different pathways, or choose to specialise in one:
-
Global and Regional Governance and Institutions
-
International Security Studies
-
International Development and Emerging Markets
-
Sustainable Environments
-
Welfare and Social Policy.
The pathways are designed so you can tailor your studies to reflect your personal or national interests, as well as provide an issue-based focus for further in-depth analysis. This means you can also choose to undertake a dissertation in conjunction with the pathway component of your studies.
For more information, please visit the programme page
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:2 level or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. a social science, arts, business or humanities subject is preferred. Relevant work experience may also be taken into account. IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent) |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| England | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 25850 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 25850 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Gain the tools to understand and assess public policy with our MSc Public Policy degree.
Domestic and international public policy decisions affect all areas of our lives, including health, welfare, housing, education, security, international development, energy and climate change.
On this University of Reading’s interdisciplinary course, you will use traditional and modern insights from both economics and politics to develop the essential skills needed in policy making and policy administration.
Specialist pathways There are five different pathways within MSc Public Policy that reflect major public policy challenges. You can combine core and optional modules from different pathways, or choose to specialise in one:
-
Global and Regional Governance and Institutions
-
International Security Studies
-
International Development and Emerging Markets
-
Sustainable Environments
-
Welfare and Social Policy.
The pathways are designed so you can tailor your studies to reflect your personal or national interests, as well as provide an issue-based focus for further in-depth analysis. This means you can also choose to undertake a dissertation in conjunction with the pathway component of your studies.
For more information, please visit the programme page
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:2 level or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. a social science, arts, business or humanities subject is preferred. Relevant work experience may also be taken into account. IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent) |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| England | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 25850 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 25850 GBP for Whole course |
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