Master of Arts [M.A] (Public Policy)
STEM Course
1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
£19,300/Yr
£19,300 /Yr
- The MA in Public Policy gives dynamic, high-level training in the study of public policy and policymaking at international, national, and sub-state levels.
- Students will receive a solid grounding in key theoretical approaches to the study of public policy, and significantly develop their knowledge and skills around the subject.
- This course concentrates on the skills required to work across the public policy landscape, which is today increasingly characterized by change and interdependence.
- Students will study three compulsory 20-credit international relations modules, and a further three optional modules before taking a 60-credit dissertation project in the second part of the course.
- The three compulsory modules are conceptual issues in the theory and practice of social sciences, the policy-making process, and comparative governance in complex systems.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | £19300 (GBP 19300) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | £8325 (GBP 8325) |
| Book and Supplies | £371 (GBP 371) |
| Total Cost | £8696 (GBP 8696) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | £24525 (GBP 24525) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- The typical entry requirement is a degree in any background, normally a 2:2 with a minimum of 55% overall.
- Applicants who are non-native English speakers must achieve 6.5 overall in IELTS or equivalent
- Students should have a minimum of grade C in English and Maths.
Indian Eligibility:
- Candidates are expected to have achieved 70% Year XII including Standard XII in English - 70% or above (or equivalent).
- GRE scores are not required.
Required Document List
Documents required are as follows:
- A fully completed application form
- 2 references
- A Resume (CV)
- A Personal Statement
- Copy of qualifications to date, ie, degree certificate and transcripts
- English language score (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.).
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VISA & Work Study
VISA
- Applicants from non-European countries who seek an international degree at Swansea University require a student visa. Once the student is accepted by the university, he /she should apply for a ‘short-term study visa (for a duration of fewer than 6 months)’ or ‘Tier-4 (General) student visa’.
- The application needs to be made through the UK Embassy or UK High Commission at their place of permanent residence. One must apply for a visa 3 months prior to the commencement of the course.
An applicant needs to pay the visa application fee before applying for a student visa and submit the following documents:
- Acceptance Letter
- CAS Number (Issued by the university)
- Proof of Financial support
- Passport
- Evidence of English Language Proficiency, if required.
- Once done with all the formalities, schedule and attend the visa interview.
Career and Placement after Course
Graduates will a career in;
- public policy research,
- policy advise,
- lobbying,
- public sector management or journalism.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swansea International Excellence Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Prodigy Finance-GyanDhan Scholarship | Scholarship per student£ 2,500/Yr$2,500 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Axol Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student£ 2,000/Yr$2,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per student£ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Aga khan Foundation Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per student£ 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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