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MA Politics, Governance and Public Policy
Western Bank
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The MA in Politics, Governance, and Public Policy program at The University of Sheffield is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the political processes, governance structures, and policy formulation in contemporary societies. The program adopts a multidisciplinary approach, drawing from political science, public administration, and policy analysis.
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Political Theories and Concepts: Students study foundational political theories and concepts that underpin governance and public policy.
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Governance and Public Administration: The curriculum covers the structures and functioning of governance systems, including public administration and bureaucratic mechanisms.
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Policy Analysis and Implementation: Participants learn about the process of policy formulation, analysis, and implementation in various contexts.
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Public Policy and Social Issues: The program explores the intersection of public policy with social issues such as healthcare, education, environment, and social welfare.
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Comparative Politics and Policy: Students analyze and compare political systems and public policies in different countries and regions.
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Research and Dissertation: Participants may undertake independent research and write a dissertation on a political science or public policy topic of their choice.
Location
Western Bank
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 22000
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60%-70% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 22 in Speaking, and 19 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 61 with no individual score below 56.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
Postgraduate students may be eligible for the following scholarships:
- Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship: This scholarship is available to UK, EU, and international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time or part-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- International Merit Postgraduate Taught Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme: This scholarship is available to students from eligible developing Commonwealth countries who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship covers the full tuition fee, airfare to and from the UK, and a monthly stipend.
Graduates of the MA in Politics, Governance, and Public Policy program have diverse and promising career prospects in various fields where understanding political systems and public policy is crucial.
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Government and Public Administration: Graduates can pursue careers in government and public administration, working as policy analysts, administrators, or civil servants.
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Public Policy and Advocacy: The program prepares students for roles in policy research, advocacy, and consulting for nonprofit organizations and think tanks.
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Political Consulting: Graduates may explore careers in political consulting, advising politicians and policymakers on governance and public policy matters.
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International Organizations: The program equips students with insights into global politics and governance, making them suitable for roles in international organizations.
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Research and Academia: Some graduates may choose to pursue further studies or academic careers, contributing to political science and policy research.
