Politics, Governance and Public Policy
Department of Politics,
Faculty of Social Sciences
Course description
This course explores the policy process across a range of regional, national and international settings, and equips you with many skills. You will develop a critical understanding of the relationship between the input and output dimensions of governance and policymaking. You will also acquire a detailed practical understanding of the political, economic and social drivers that shape the policy process.
Duration
- 1 year full-time
- 2 years part-time
Entry requirements
We’re looking for outstanding and enthusiastic students for our courses.
You can apply to us with a good degree (first-class or 2:1 honours degree) in a relevant social science, arts and humanities, or related subject.
English language requirements
All of our courses require an overall IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.
Fees and funding
Our masters courses are so exciting because you’ll have the opportunity to develop a genuine specialism in your area of study. As researchers it’s a real pleasure to share your latest work—in my case, on the political theory of animal rights—with students who are eager to learn and challenge!
Apply
You can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It's a quick and easy process.
Contact
ma-politics@sheffield.ac.uk
+44 114 222 1642
The course information set out here may change before you begin, particularly if you are applying significantly in advance of the start date.