You will conduct research for a 10,000-word thesis and an accompanying research brief. You will also attend thesis development seminars. You can personalise your learning to meet your professional needs. You will be required to choose one option module. In addition, all candidates are invited to attend the Professional Skills Programme sessions. In Trinity term (term three) you will select an optional module. This will enable you to explore, in depth, a particular public policy topic of your choice. The options cover a range of contemporary policy issues, and will vary from year to year.