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The International Public Policy MSc at UCL provides students with a detailed and systematic understanding of how political institutions, processes and public policies operate in world affairs. The programme brings together the academic study of International Relations with analysis of public policy formulation and governance beyond the nation-state. What and how will I learn? Students are equipped with the theoretical tools and empirical evidence necessary for an in-depth understanding of policy-making within the general theories of International Relations, political science, public policy and comparative politics. They develop analytical skills for the study of world politics and the assessment of issues currently facing international policy-makers. Degree Structure Students undertake courses to the value of 180 credits. The programme consists of three core courses (75 credits), three optional courses (45 credits) and a research dissertation (60 credits). Core Modules International Organisation Public Policy Economics and Analysis Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods Dissertationreport All MSc students undertake an independent research project which culminates in a dissertation of 10,000 words. Options AT LEAST ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: Theories of International Relations International Political Economy International Peace and Security REMAINING OPTIONS FROM A LIST INCLUDING: Theories and Actors of the Policy Process Foreign Policy Analysis External Relations of the EU Globalisation and Global Governance Terrorism Geopolitics and Globalisation Europeanisation, Globalisation and the Nation State International Justice and Human Rights International Law and Human Rights Further details available on subject website: http:www.ucl.ac.uksppteachingmastersmsc-international-public-policy The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures and seminars, and includes a policy simulation and a series of talks with leading practitioners and policy-makers. Assessment is through a variety of methods, including unseen examination, long essays and the dissertation. Why should I study this degree at UCL? UCL s Department of Political Science is recognised as a centre of excellence in the field. Britain s only department focused on graduate teaching and research, it offers a uniquely stimulating environment for the study of International Public Policy. London features an enormous range of seminars, conferences, and other events on issues related to the programme. These provide a means for students to expand their knowledge and extend their professional networks. The research preparation and tailor-made interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary training students receive is one of the highest available in the world, in a university rated in the top five in the world. Your future career Graduate destinations both nationally and internationally include: -Civil servants in departments in central or local government in the UK and overseas -Policy officers and researchers for UK members of parliament and Members of the European Parliament -The European Commission (for example through internships) -Public and private sector organisations such as: Universities UK, Transport for London, The Legal Services Commission, Accenture, Japan International Cooperation Agency, Overseas Development Institute, United Nations Development Programme, Deloitte and Touch? -Further research study at UCL or other universities in the UK or overseas Entry Requirements A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor s degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. How to apply The deadline for application is 30 June for the year of entry however students are advised to apply as early as possible due to competition for places. Those applying for scholarship funding (particularly overseas applicants) should take note of application deadlines. Who can apply? Most students use the MSc as the foundation

A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university, a 3.3 GPA or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.