University of East Anglia

MA Public Policy and Public Management (Part Time)

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

How do governments respond to climate emergencies? Who shapes migration policies? What drives the decisions that impact our daily lives?

In today's rapidly evolving global landscape, understanding these complex processes is more crucial than ever. Our part-time MA in Public Policy and Public Management equips you with both theoretical insights and practical tools to address these challenges. You'll analyse how policies addressing housing crises, healthcare reform, and environmental regulation move from ideas to implementation.

Through case studies of successful and failed initiatives, you'll uncover the forces that shape public decision-making and develop strategies to navigate complex governance systems. This programme welcomes students from diverse academic and professional backgrounds. Whether you've studied politics, economics, sociology, law, humanities, or have professional experience in the public or private sectors, our curriculum provides accessible entry points while offering depth for those with prior knowledge.

The multidisciplinary approach allows you to connect your existing expertise to new frameworks while developing specialised knowledge through optional modules in areas such as environmental policy, international governance, or digital transformation in the public sector.

Key highlights

  • Combines theoretical insights with practical tools for policy analysis
  • Traces housing, healthcare and environmental policies from idea to implementation
  • Case studies of successful and failed public policy initiatives
  • Optional modules in environmental policy, international governance and digital transformation
  • Multidisciplinary approach connecting prior expertise to new policy frameworks
  • Develops strategies for navigating complex governance systems

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — Typical UK Entry Requirements: Degree classification Bachelors degree - 2.2 Degree Subject Any subject area

Careers this course leads to

  • Policy Analyst
  • Policy Officer
  • Public Sector Manager
  • Civil Servant
  • Government Affairs Adviser
  • Public Affairs Consultant

Cost of study

UK/Home: £11,200 per year | International: £23,850 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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