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Master of Global Public Policy

University of Birmingham

Birmingham, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Master of Arts in Global Public Policy is a one-year full-time master's programme at the University's Edgbaston campus.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate subject knowledge in Global Public Policy. Use appropriate research and analytical methods
Evaluate evidence and communicate reasoned conclusions.

Career outcomes

Policy-related careers in local
Regional and global policy-making institutions
Policy analysis

Curriculum

One-year full-time master's programme. Core modules: Global Policy Institutions and Networks
Policy Futures: Theories and Concepts in International Policymaking
Applied Qualitative and Quantitative Data Analysis
Climate Justice and Social Policy
Crime and Justice in a Globalised World
Crime and Social Harm. Optional modules allow a tailored pathway. Includes the Dissertation.

Entry requirements

Academic

Course page entry requirement: High 2:2 Honours Degree. International applicants use country-specific equivalents listed on the course page and must show English proficiency.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (honours, 2:1 Or international equivalent) in a relevant subject for most courses, Some courses accept any subject (conversion courses) or need work experience (MBA).

Documents you’ll need

Bachelor Degree Transcript
Bachelor Degree Certificate
English Proficiency Results if required.

How to apply

Check the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the university application and provide the academic documents and language evidence requested for admission. Pay an application fee if applicable. Review the admission decision
Accept the offer and arrange visa documents where necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£30,150 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£40,977 GBP

Program details

Campus	Birmingham
Faculty or school	College of Social Sciences
Department	Social Policy and Social Work
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
2 Jul 2027
231 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.