Public Policy MSc

The MSc in Public Policy at Queen Mary University of London delivers a comprehensive curriculum that prepares graduates to address pressing public problems through rigorous analysis and evidence‑driven decision‑making. Core modules cover evaluation and delivery in public policy as well as theoretical foundations of policy processes, while optional modules allow specialization in areas such as international migration policy, globalization and development, US foreign policy, and political economy. Students complete a 12,000‑word dissertation that applies their learning to real‑world policy issues, undertaken under supervisor guidance. Teaching combines lectures by internationally recognized scholars, guest practitioner sessions, and access to the Mile End Institute’s policy centre, fostering interaction with policymakers and exposure to current policy debates. The programme is situated in London, providing proximity to governmental and non‑governmental institutions, and offers a flexible study mode with full‑time and part‑time pathways lasting one or two years respectively. Assessment is conducted through coursework and the dissertation, ensuring development of both analytical writing and practical policy brief‑writing competencies.