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    Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA

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    Swansea, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £21,250.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits

    Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA at Swansea University is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Swansea, GB. Tuition is £21,250.

    About the program

    The program covers policy sciences, comparative politics, social science concepts, political institutions, governance frameworks, and policy-making processes. Students undertake advanced research methods training and complete a dissertation project.

    Focus: both
    Top 250 globally for Politics and International Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) | Top 15 in the UK for Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2026); 12th in the UK for Student Experience (Times Good University Guide 2026)
    Part-time option

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    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    $12,000.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA at Swansea University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA at Swansea University is £21,250 across 180 required credits.
    Is Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA at Swansea University online or in-person?
    Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA at Swansea University is offered in-person.
    How long does Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA at Swansea University take to complete?
    Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA at Swansea University is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA at Swansea University?
    Per the program's published guidance: lower second-class honours degree (2:2)
    What work-permit options follow Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA at Swansea University?
    Post-completion work rights for Politics, Governance and Public Policy, MA at Swansea University: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)