IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each element.
These are the English language qualifications and levels that we can accept.
If you do not currently meet the level required for your programme, we offer intensive pre-sessional English language courses , designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.
Our MSc in Public Affairs will enhance your existing knowledge of political science, public policy and international affairs. A distinctive feature of this programme is its applied nature, and emphasis on political and social change so you can influence public debates and decision-making in a global context. Building on your excellent knowledge of politics, campaigning, activism, leadership and negotiations, this course will: Strengthen your research skills Allow you to study politics in an interdisciplinary manner Provide you with insight into the creation of public policy Enhance your understanding of the workings of public affairs Enable you to build a pathway that fits your own professional ambitions. Your modules will cover topics such as: Global governance; the UK justice system; UK, EU and international legal and regulatory frameworks International politics and public affairs; international trade; core concepts of sustainable development Negotiating and lobbying; political communication and campaigning. You will also have the option to take international relations modules (for example, focusing on diplomacy, conflict, international political economy) and select modules from sociology, criminology, law, economics, business management and psychology. You’ll complete a year-long dissertation, or a project-based report linked to your three-month work placement, if you take this option. You will be taught via seminars and simulation-based learning, for example, practising trade agreement negotiations and courtroom procedures.