本课程提供有关公共政策研究所需的分析框架和方法的严格培训。对于那些想要专业技能成为政策从业者，分析师或攻读博士学位的人来说，这是理想的选择。您将探索各种方法论工具，以及它们与政府和相关组织所面临的现实世界问题的联系。您将学习一系列关键技能：分析和批判性思维，研究管理，数据分析，报告撰写和演示。公共政策硕士课程分为核心课程和选修课程。核心课程介绍公共政策的理论和实践，以及设计，进行和研究社会研究的一系列技能和方法。您可以在12个月内全日制学习该课程，也可以在24个月内全日制学习该课程。
Study with usexplore various conceptual and methodological tools and their connections to real-world problemsgain a range of useful research and analysis skillsfreedom in dissertation topic to focus on any area of public policyprovides rigorous training in the analytical frameworks and methods required in the study of public policyideal for those wanting professional skills to become a policy practitioner, analyst or to proceed to a PhDJanuary and September start dates availableWhy this courseOur MSc in Public Policy provides rigorous training in the analytical frameworks and methods required in the study of public policy. You’ll explore the various methodological tools and their connections to real world problems facing governments and related organisations. You’ll also gain a range of key skills including:analytical and critical thinkingresearch managementdata analysisreport writing and presentationThe course is ideal for those wanting professional skills to become a policy practitioner, analyst or to proceed to a PhD.What you’ll studyThe course is organised into core and optional classes. The core classes provide an introduction to the theory and practice of public policy, as well as a range of skills and methodologies to design, conduct and report on social research. In addition, you'll undertake a research project dissertation.Work placementYou may apply to do a client-based project as part of your dissertation research. Following a career workshop session, and on the advice of the School, you can contact host organisations including local, city, and national governmental organisations to arrange a work-based MSc dissertation.These projects will normally be unpaid and may need to be developed further to meet the requirements of an MSc dissertation.