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Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA

University of Sheffield, the United Kingdom

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The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
MAFull-time1 yearSeptemberGBP 10300 per yearGBP 20950 per year
MAPart-time2 yearsSeptemberGBP 10300 per yearGBP 20950 per year

About Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA - at University of Sheffield

This course explores the complexity of contemporary governance and its effects on the policymaking process.

You will examine the different actors involved in policymaking across a range of regional, national and international settings, and will identify the powers available to such actors to influence policy.

You will also acquire a detailed understanding of the wider political, economic and social considerations that shape the policy process.

Notes about fees for this course

Fees for 2023 entry are not yet available. Please use these 2022 fees as a guide

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant social science, arts and humanities subject or other related subject.

We also consider a wide range of international qualifications:

Entry requirements for international students

Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.

If you're an international student who does not meet the entry requirements for this course, you have the opportunity to apply for a pre-masters programme in Business, Social Sciences and Humanities at the University of Sheffield International College. This course is designed to develop your English language and academic skills. Upon successful completion, you can progress to degree level study at the University of Sheffield.

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