Public Affairs MSc

University of Surrey

The international political landscape has undergone remarkable changes in the past 50 years. Politics continues to affect life in every area of society, and it is only through study that we can begin to make sense of the global political landscape and create real change. The option of a Professional Training placement offers you the opportunity to get practical experiences. Our Public Affairs MSc has a public policy and international politics emphasis which makes it distinct from other programmes in the UK.Politics and International Relations is home to a lively community of energetic minds who closely examine how power operates and how it affects people’s lives.You’ll learn about local and national politics, campaigning, leadership, and negotiations from international leading experts in the field.This innovative masters course is unique in the UK and focuses on the active role that citizens can play in shaping politics at local, national and international levels.The programme is truly interdisciplinary offering options to study at Surrey's various internationally-acclaimed centres of excellence, such as Surrey Business School and the Centre for Environment and Sustainability. This means you can tailor which aspects of public affairs you would like to focus on, e.g. legal, societal, environmental, corporate, business.You will have the option to take a three-month work placement. Students have full flexibility when selecting their placement as long as it fits within the realm of their studies. Recently, we have had students whose placements examined foreign and public policy in embassies, government departments and private companies. Find out more information