MA Global Public Policy

Course Overview This program examines the complex and dynamic world of 21st-century policy making, where challenges increasingly transcend national borders. You will learn to analyze the actors, institutions, and power dynamics that shape both effective and ineffective policy across local, regional, and global scales. The curriculum combines core theories of the policy process with the opportunity to apply this knowledge to urgent real-world issues like migration, crime, and poverty. Key Program Highlights Analyze the impact of global forces and devolution on traditional policy models Explore the role of power, evidence, and coalitions in shaping policy outcomes Investigate pressing global issues such as migration, poverty, and crime Tailor your degree with a range of specialized elective modules Gain practical experience through an optional professional placement