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- MSc in Public Policy and Management (Distance Learning)
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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
SOAS, University of London
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Study mode
Distance / Online
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
2 years
Course summary
Our MSc Public Policy and Management programme provides you with the analytical tools needed to understand the principles and methods of modern public policy and management.
The programme gives you the skills to make financial and policy decisions within the public sector. Through the range of modules, you will gain theoretical knowledge on policy-making, policy implementation and the management of public sector entities.
As well as this, you will have the opportunity to explore specific areas such as the management of human resources in the public sector, the public financial management process, the decentralisation of public functions and the collaboration between public and private entities.
Why study MSc Public Policy and Management at SOAS?
- SOAS is ranked 38th in the UK for Accounting and Finance (Complete University Guide 2023).
- We're ranked 6th in UK for graduate employability (QS World University Rankings 2023).
- Develop skills in analysis, critical thinking and communication to improve your professional development and career prospects.
- Gain an excellent understanding of key issues shaping international business strategy.
- We are specialists in the delivery of more than 40 African and Asian languages. As the economies of the Global South continue to expand, knowledge of another language and other cultures will be a big asset in the world of commerce and international trade.
- You will be joining our community of alumni working in 160 countries in sectors including finance, government, industry and international organisations.
Modules
Tuition fees
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- Ecuador
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- England
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Estonia
- Ethiopia
- Fiji
- Finland
- France
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Germany
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- Greece
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- Guyana
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- Iceland
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£ 5,460per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
71st
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Campus address
SOAS, University of London, 10 Thornhaugh Street, Camden, Greater London, WC1H 0XG, United Kingdom
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
51st out of 122 9
26th out of 79 9
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Entry standards
/ Max 221122 55%70th
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Graduate prospects
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.73 68%121st
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Entry standards
/ Max 215145 67%27th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10071.0 71%42nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.03 76%52nd
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