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MSc in Policy Studies
A message from the Director
Welcome to the MSc in Policy Studies!
Our well-established programme caters for a diverse range of students, with varied academic and professional backgrounds, from many different parts of the world, studying full-time or part-time, and seeking to go on both to further study and to employment in the public, private or voluntary sectors. All share a passion for gaining a better understanding of policy, which impacts on almost all aspects of life in modern societies.
Our pages can tell you more about the aims and structure of the programme, the kind of opportunities it can lead on to, and what previous students have taken from Policy Studies and done with the skills they acquired. If, after looking through these and our FAQ database, you still have questions, don't hesitate to e-mail me at the address below.
Dr Daniel Clegg
What our students say
I chose Edinburgh [for] its excellent academic reputation and long tradition.
J.Y. Woo, South Korea
For me, choosing the specific field of research and university was difficult; but I knew I wanted a degree that was political-policy orientated. Therefore, I decided to choose a program that would offer me two things. First, I wanted to receive a first-rate education from an internationally respected department. And, second, I wanted to learn about policy processes (i.e. developments, implementations, etc), which would lay a strong foundation for a future career in politics.
The University of Edinburgh, specifically the MSc Policy Studies program, has undoubtedly proved to be the correct choice for me. Thus far I have had a remarkable and informative experience. From my experience, this has all been made possible by the Policy Studies MSc, which caters to the needs of individual students and requires interest, commitment, and hard work in return.
Travis Elliott, USA
For more from our students see student interviews.
Who to Contact
For general queries (e.g. fees, qualifications) and application queries:
The Graduate School of Social and Political Science
Chrystal Macmillan Building
15a George Square
EDINBURGH EH8 9LD
Tel: +44 (0)131 651 1560
Fax: +44 (0)131 651 1778
E-mail: pgadmissions.sps@ed.ac.uk
For queries about the programme:
Dr Daniel Clegg,
Lecturer in Social Policy & Programme Director
The University of Edinburgh
School of Social and Political Science
Chrystal Macmillan Building
15a George Square
EDINBURGH EH8 9LD
Tel: +44 (0)131 6503998
Fax: +44 (0)131 6503945
E-mail: daniel.clegg@ed.ac.uk
How to Apply
Applications for this programme are now being accepted. To enter this programme in September 2012, applications must be submitted by 15th July 2012. Please note that deadlines for scholarship applications precede this date.
Further guidance on how to apply and entry requirements, etc. is available on the Graduate School website. Please feel free to contact the Programme Director with any further queries.
Fees
The full-time fees for this programme in 2012/2013 are:
Home/EU students £7,100
Overseas students £13,050
Full fees information, including part time fees, is available here.
Information on how to pay is available here.
Bologna Compatibility
Like all University of Edinburgh Masters programmes, the degree is fully Bologna compatible, and is recognised across Europe and beyond under the principles of the Bologna framework. The programme comprises 180 Edinburgh credits, which are equivalent to 90 ECTS credits.
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This page was published on 21 December 2011