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Science, Engineering and Public Policy MPA

Science, Engineering and Public Policy MPA

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Full time | UCL (University College London) | 1 year | 23-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

23-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MPA - Master of Public Administration

Subject areas

Engineering Studies Public Administration Policy Studies

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

This Master's of Public Administration (MPA) is designed for professionals who want to lead change and navigate decision making at the intersection of science, engineering and public policy. The degree combines core content on policy making, analysis and frameworks with the opportunity to focus on areas tailored to your individual interests by selecting two elective modules from across UCL. Students are taught the conceptual frameworks, policy analysis tools and analytical methods to creatively develop policies relevant to science and engineering contexts. Students also study how policies are implemented, evaluated and revised in policy cycles. A focus on leadership and the development of professional skills is emphasised throughout. Students also gain insights from policy practitioners, industry experts and UCL researchers.

Careers

Through this MPA, graduates develop the skills and insights to work for a range of policy/strategy focused organisations, including: National and local government; Think tanks and consultancies; International agencies such as the World Bank, United Nations and other global organisations; Multilateral development banks such as the African Development Bank; Government offices of innovation and development; Environment agencies; Transportation agencies; Planning agencies; Corporate and institutional sustainability offices; Network organisations (e.g. C40 Cities); Public water and energy utilities.

Employability

Through the MPA programme, students will: gain a greater awareness of current issues and developments in innovation, development, science, technology and engineering; develop a greater awareness of the knowledge systems underpinning successful policy making processes; learn how to communicate with scientists and engineers, policymakers and industry experts; develop the skills to mobilise technology, science and engineering innovations and expertise to address societal challenges

Modules

Introduction to Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy - Core
Analytic Methods for Policy - Core
Ethics, Institutions and Power - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£24,200

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£32,100

Entry requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor’s degree from a UK university in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Students are encouraged (but are not required) to have work experience prior to enrolling on this programme.

University information

UCL (University College London) is consistently ranked among the top ten universities in the world, conducting leading research across a wide range of subject areas. Throughout its long and prestigious history, it has inspired and educated countless minds and produced 30 Nobel prize recipients. With one campus located in the heart of Bloomsbury and a second campus in vibrant east London, the university is home to around 42,000 students...more