Course summary
Study the MA Political Science Governance and Public Policy course and explore some of the key political science and public policy issues of the 21st century. These include:
- an examination of the nature and problems of policy making in the contemporary world;
- how in a globalised world public decision-making can be constructed in a way that delivers legitimacy and effective capacity to act;
- the impact of governance arrangements on policy outcomes and the relationship between the state and citizens.
- Understanding Governance;
- Governance and the Welfare State.
- Advanced Research in Politics;
- Dissertation Research Design.
Entry requirements
We require a UK bachelor's degree with a First or Upper Second classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we consider your degree subject, grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
The Manchester Alumni Scholarship Scheme offers a £3,000 reduction in tuition fees to University of Manchester alumni who achieved a first-class bachelor's degree and are progressing to a postgraduate taught master's course.
Provider information
University of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL